If you have accepted a place at an Indonesian university, you will normally need an education visa before traveling to Indonesia.
The E30B Higher Education Visa is the main route for international students taking bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees. It allows you to stay and study in Indonesia for one, two, or four years from your arrival date, depending on the period granted.
Once your eVisa is issued, you normally have 90 days to use it to enter Indonesia. This entry window is different from the amount of time you are permitted to stay.
Your university should confirm the correct visa category, stay period, and sponsorship arrangements before the application is submitted.
Do not use a tourist visa or Visa on Arrival to begin a degree in Indonesia. Wait until the correct education visa has been issued before you travel.
Indonesia student visa process step by step
- Accept your university offer: You will need an official letter of acceptance. The letter should include your program and expected length of study.
- Confirm the visa and sponsorship arrangements: Ask the team supporting international students at your university which visa applies and how sponsorship will be arranged. E30B is generally used for higher education, while E30F may apply to some student exchanges.
- Prepare your study-permit documents: Send the required documents to your university. The university will complete and submit the study-permit application to Indonesia’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology.
- Complete the visa application: Once your study permit and other required documents are ready, the individual or institution sponsoring your application submits it through the Indonesian eVisa portal.
- Pay the visa fee: Follow the payment instructions provided through the portal or by your university. Keep the payment receipt.
- Wait for the decision: If approved, your eVisa will be sent electronically. Check that your name, passport details, visa category, and permitted stay are correct.
- Travel to Indonesia: Carry your passport, eVisa, acceptance letter, and university contact details in your hand luggage.
- Check your immigration documents after arrival: When you enter Indonesia, your Limited Stay Permit (ITAS, often referred to as a KITAS) and re-entry permit should be issued electronically. Contact the team supporting international students at your university promptly to confirm that your documents are correct, complete any local registration, and understand how to keep them valid.
Indonesia student visa routes
| Visa | Typical purpose | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| E30B Higher Education Visa | Higher-education study | Ask the university whether E30B covers your degree level and intended study period |
| E30F Student Exchange Visa | Certain student-exchange activities | Ask the university to confirm which visa applies |
| C9 Short Study Visit Visa | Certain short courses, training programs, or study visits | Confirm that the activity and full course length qualify for this route |
Indonesia student visa requirements
The exact document list can depend on your university, course, nationality, and sponsorship arrangements. For an E30B application, you should normally be ready to provide:
- A valid passport
- A recent color photograph
- An official university acceptance letter showing the expected study period
- Evidence of sponsorship or a guarantee from the sponsor
- A recent bank statement or other accepted financial evidence
- Your curriculum vitae
- Information about your planned journey
- Academic certificates or transcripts
- Any health certificate or insurance evidence requested by the university
Financial evidence normally means bank statements covering the previous three months and showing at least USD 2,000 or the equivalent. Although current immigration guidance states that your passport must have at least six months’ validity remaining, your university may require a longer period based on the requested stay.
Financial thresholds, passport-validity rules, document formats, and insurance requirements can change. Follow the document checklist supplied by your university.
Indonesia student visa cost
When applying for an E30B visa, you can choose a stay permit lasting one, two, or four years. The government fee depends on the option selected:
| Stay period | Published fee |
|---|---|
| One year | IDR 6,000,000 |
| Two years | IDR 8,500,000 |
| Four years | IDR 12,000,000 |
Your university may charge separate administrative, study-permit, insurance, translation, or document-handling costs.
Immigration fees and available stay periods can change. Confirm the current total with your university or through the eVisa portal before payment, and ask whether the university charges any separate administrative fees.
How long does an Indonesia student visa take?
The visa application itself may take around 5–10 working days after payment, but this is only the final part of the process. Before the application can be submitted, your university may need time to check your documents, arrange your study permit, and confirm the sponsorship details.
Missing documents or additional government checks can cause delays. Start the process as soon as your university asks you to, and do not make non-refundable travel arrangements until your visa has been issued.
Bringing family members to Indonesia
An E30B holder may be able to bring eligible family members, but each family member needs the correct immigration permission. They are not automatically covered by the student’s visa.
Tell the university about any accompanying family members early in the process. The team supporting international students can explain:
- Which family visa applies
- What relationship documents are required
- Whether documents need translation or legalization
- What additional financial evidence and fees apply
- Whether family applications should be submitted with or after the student application
Working with an Indonesia student visa
The E30B visa does not provide general permission to work in Indonesia. Students should not:
- Take paid employment
- Sell goods or services
- Receive wages or other payment from an individual or company in Indonesia
- Carry out activities outside the purpose of their visa
Work restrictions may also apply to internships, placements, freelance projects, and remote jobs. Check with the team supporting international students at your university before accepting or starting any work-related activity.
Entering Indonesia and maintaining your status
Before traveling, check the last date on which you can use your eVisa to enter Indonesia. After you arrive, check the expiry date on your ITAS, as this determines how long you can remain in the country.
When you enter Indonesia, your ITAS and re-entry permit should be issued electronically. You may also hear the ITAS referred to as a KITAS. Check that both records have been issued correctly and contact the team supporting international students at your university promptly after arrival.
While studying, you should:
- Keep your passport and stay permit valid
- Study at the university and on the program for which your visa and stay permit were issued
- Tell the university about changes to your course, address, or passport
- Start any extension process well before the permit expires
- Check your re-entry permission before leaving Indonesia
- Follow the university’s instructions when graduating, withdrawing, or leaving permanently
What if your Indonesia student visa is refused?
Immigration may ask for more information before making a decision. Problems can arise if documents are incomplete, financial evidence is insufficient, sponsor information is missing, or the required study permit has not been approved.
If the application is refused:
- Read the notice and check the application status.
- Ask the university which document or requirement caused the problem.
- Correct the issue before submitting another application.
- Confirm whether a new fee will be required.
- Do not travel until the correct visa has been issued.
Check your email and ask the sponsor to check the application account, as requests for additional documents and refusal notices are sent electronically.
After your studies
An E30B visa does not automatically give you permission to remain in Indonesia for employment after graduation.
Speak to the team supporting international students at your university before your course or stay permit ends. If you receive a job offer or plan another activity, check whether you qualify for a different visa or stay-permit category. Do not begin work while you still hold student-only permission.