For those planning on coming to Indonesia it is crucial you understand the Visa’s for both you and your boat.
Most sailors enter on a B211A single entry Visa for maximum stay of 60 days which can be extended twice for a maximum of 60 days a time, until a maximum stay of 180 days is reached. Purpose for applying for this visa is Tourism. On or before your 180 expires you must leave the country and then return on another B211A. B211A is a single entry visa, so if you need to leave Indonesia at any time during that 180 days you need to apply for a new B211A visa. There are other visas available if you wish to stay longer, but this is the most commonly used and cheapest option.
Most cruisers only take advantage of the one B211A single entry visa, only staying a maximum of 180 days or less before checking out and sailing onto Malaysia. For those like us who wish to stay longer in Indonesia you need to plan well. Why?
You will need to find safe harbour for leaving your boat for the time you are out of the country doing as cruisers call a “visa run”. You will also need to budget for flights, accomodation, visa costs and agent fees. There are not a lot of areas you can leave your boat unattended, like marinas. This needs to be taken into consideration with your cruising plans, you don’t want to find yourself in a remote area where you can’t leave the boat and there are no airports.
Regarding Your Boat's Stay in Indonesia
Contrary to common belief, your boat doesn't have to leave the country after 180 days. Upon arrival, it receives a cruising permit valid for three years. However, exceeding this period incurs a fine or requires importation with duty and tax payments, like in other countries.
We found many cruisers arriving in Indonesia weren't aware of the visa implications, leading to avoidable stress during their journey. Visas are essential wherever you sail; understanding the right visa for your voyage is key.
We've created an Interactive EBook Guide containing all the necessary links for filling out online forms and downloading templates for crew lists, cruising routes, and other required documents. If you're planning a voyage to Indonesia, consider downloading it to assist with the official procedures you'll encounter. Indonesia is a captivating country with 17,000 islands that offer a rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and people to explore. As the world's largest archipelagic state and the 14th-largest country by area, spanning 1,904,569 square kilometers (735,358 square miles), Indonesia offers endless opportunities for discovery and adventure.
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