Preparing for your journey to Indonesia involves more than arranging your itinerary, marina reservations, and yacht services. Before you arrive, it is important to ensure that you have the correct visa based on the purpose and duration of your stay.
Whether you are a yacht owner, Captain, crew member, yacht manager, or guest, selecting the appropriate visa will help ensure a smooth arrival and compliance with Indonesian immigration requirements.
At Kokoba Marine Indonesia, we assist international visitors with visa applications and immigration support, helping make the process straightforward and hassle-free.
Visa on Arrival (VOA)
The Visa on Arrival (VOA) is one of the most common options for travelers visiting Indonesia for tourism or leisure purposes.
Length of Stay:
- Initial stay of 30 days
- Can be extended once for an additional 30 days
- Maximum total stay: 60 days
The VOA is generally suitable for:
- Tourists
- Yacht owners cruising Indonesia
- Family members or guests visiting a yacht
- Visitors planning a short holiday
This option is ideal for travelers who only intend to stay in Indonesia for up to two months.
C1 Visa – Single Entry Visit Visa
The C1 Visa is a single-entry visit visa for travelers who wish to stay longer than the standard Visa on Arrival allows.
Length of Stay:
- Initial stay of 60 days
- You can extend this stay permit several times up to 180 days.
- Can provide a longer overall stay than a VOA, depending on approval and applicable regulations
The C1 Visa is commonly chosen by:
- Visitors planning an extended holiday
- Yacht owners spending several months in Indonesia
- Family members visiting relatives
- Guests requiring additional flexibility before arrival
Unlike a VOA, the C1 Visa is arranged before traveling to Indonesia.
C13 Visa – Yacht Crew Visa
The C13 Visa is intended for foreign crew members serving onboard yachts or other eligible vessels operating in Indonesian waters.
Length of Stay:
- Generally issued with an initial stay of up to 60 days
- You can extend this stay permit several times up to 180 days.
- Extension options may be available depending on current immigration regulations and operational requirements
This visa is commonly used by:
- Captains
- Chief Officers
- Engineers
- Deck Crew
- Stewardesses
- Chefs
- Other professional yacht crew
Our team can advise yacht managers and Captains on the most suitable visa arrangements for each crew member before arrival.
D1 Multiple Entry Visa
The D1 Multiple Entry Visa is designed for travelers who expect to visit Indonesia several times during the validity period of the visa.
Instead of applying for a new visa before each trip, holders may enter Indonesia multiple times.
Length of Stay:
- You can stay in Indonesia for up to 60 days, starting from the arrival date.
- You can extend this stay permit several times up to 180 days.
This visa is ideal for:
- Yacht owners
- Frequent visitors
- Yacht management companies
- Business representatives
- Individuals making regular visits to Indonesia
D12 Multiple Entry Visa
The D12 Multiple Entry Visa is another multiple-entry option available for eligible travelers who frequently travel to Indonesia.
Length of Stay:
- Multiple entries during the visa validity period
- You can stay in Indonesia for up to 180 days, starting from the arrival date.
- You can extend this stay permit once for a total stay of up to 12 months (1 year) or 2 years
- Your sponsor can extend your stay permit online through the sponsor’s registered accountÂ
This option is often suitable for travelers planning longer stays while maintaining the flexibility to enter and leave Indonesia multiple times.
Which Visa Is Best for You?
The most suitable visa depends on several factors, including:
- Your nationality
- The purpose of your visit
- Whether you are a yacht owner, Captain, crew member, or guest
- How long you intend to stay
- Whether you plan to enter Indonesia once or multiple times
Our experienced team will review your travel plans and recommend the visa category that best suits your itinerary.
Visa Assistance by Kokoba Marine Indonesia
Applying for an Indonesian visa does not have to be complicated.
Kokoba Marine Indonesia provides complete visa assistance, including:
- Visa consultation
- Recommendation of the most suitable visa category
- Document review before submission
- Visa application processing
- Assistance for yacht owners, guests, Captains, and crew
- Immigration guidance before arrival
- Ongoing support throughout the application process
Our goal is to ensure your application is prepared accurately and processed as efficiently as possible.
Start Your Journey with Confidence
Whether you are planning a short holiday, joining a yacht as crew, cruising through Indonesia for several months, or making frequent visits throughout the year, obtaining the correct visa is an important first step.
At Kokoba Marine Indonesia, we are here to help simplify the process. Alongside our visa assistance, we also provide yacht agency services, marina reservations, customs clearance, port formalities, technical support, and comprehensive marine services throughout Indonesia.
Please note: Indonesian visa regulations, eligibility, permitted length of stay, and extension policies may change from time to time. Our team will always advise you based on the latest immigration requirements applicable at the time of your application.
If you are planning your next voyage to Indonesia, contact Kokoba Marine Indonesia and let us help you prepare for a smooth and hassle-free arrival.
Get in touch with us today:
📧 Office Manager: officemanager@kokoba-marine.com
📧 Director: director@kokoba-marine.com
📱 Phone / WhatsApp: +62 812-9834-3814
We look forward to welcoming you to Indonesia and supporting your next voyage.