Indonesia visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Indonesian Visa is not required for South Africans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • South Africans visiting Indonesia can stay visa free for a duration of 30 days. 
  • South Africans visiting Indonesia must have a passport valid for six months with two blank pages after the date of arrival in Indonesia.  
  • South Africans can apply for an extension of stay for a period of 30 days on arrival at the Indonesia airport and must have a valid credit card and half an unused visa page. 
  • South Africans visiting Indonesia must have a return/onward ticket and the travel documentation for their next destination. 
  • South Africans visiting Indonesia visa free must show proof of sufficient funds covering their stay on arrival in Indonesia. 
  • South Africans visiting Indonesia must show proof of yellow fever vaccination certificate on arrival. 
  • South Africans visiting Indonesia for a duration of 30 days can stay visa free but a visa will be acquired on arrival if stay will exceed 30 days. 

Frequently Asked Questions


What is the main religion in Indonesia??
  • The religions practiced in Indonesia include: Islam, protestant Christianity,Roman-Catholic Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism and Confucianism. 

When is the best time to visit Indonesia??
  • The best time to visit Indonesia is May to September,although September is always a busy season and it makes deals cheaper. 

What does Indonesia climate looks like??
  • The climate in Indonesia is tropical with extreme humidity with no real change of seasons. 

What is the language spoken in Indonesia??
  • The official language spoken in Indonesia is Indonesian, others include: Javanese, Sundanese, Madurese.