Indonesia entry requirements for UK travellers
Everything a UK traveller needs to know before visiting Indonesia: visa and passport rules, recommended vaccines with lead times, and whether you need an International Driving Permit.
Quick answer for UK travellers
- Visa
- Visa on arrival - issued at the border, no advance application
- Passport
- valid 6+ months beyond arrival, 2 blank pages
- Vaccines
- 3 recommended, 6 to consider
- Driving permit
- 1968 Vienna Convention IDP if you plan to drive
Data is automatically refreshed from official UK government sources: gov.uk Foreign Travel Advice for visa and passport rules, NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro for vaccines, and gov.uk driving abroad guidance for International Driving Permits. Not medical advice - always confirm with a travel-health professional and the Indonesia embassy before you travel. Read our full methodology →
Entry requirements for Indonesia
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive and have 2 blank pages.
Visas
British passport holders normally need a visa (Visa on arrival) to enter.
Source: UK Foreign Travel Advice - Indonesia · checked . Always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Vaccines for travel to Indonesia
Based on NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro guidance for UK travellers. Lead times assume protection is needed on the day you arrive.
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2 weeks before travelHepatitis A Recommended
Recommended for all previously unvaccinated travellers.
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Tetanus / Diphtheria Recommended
Booster recommended if last dose was more than 10 years ago.
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2 weeks before travelTyphoid Recommended
Especially for those visiting friends/relatives, frequent travellers, or areas with poor sanitation.
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2 weeks before travelChikungunya Consider
For ages 12+. Consider for outbreak areas, long-term or frequent travellers.
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Dengue Consider
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3 weeks before travelHepatitis B Consider
Intermediate/high prevalence. Recommended for those with sexual/blood exposure risk or healthcare workers.
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4 weeks before travelJapanese Encephalitis Consider
Year-round risk countrywide including Borneo. Recommended for rural areas, 1+ month stays, or uncertain itineraries.
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4 weeks before travelRabies (Pre-exposure) Consider
Pre-exposure for remote area travellers, high-risk work, or long stays (>1 month).
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Tuberculosis (BCG) Consider
Source: NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro - Indonesia · checked . Cross-check against NHS Fit for Travel and US CDC Traveller's Health.
Driving in Indonesia
To drive in Indonesia with a UK driving licence, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) under the 1968 Vienna Convention.
IDPs are issued by PayPoint (no longer the Post Office) - find an issuing store.
Indonesia travel: frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Indonesia from the UK?
Yes - British passport holders normally need a visa to enter Indonesia (specifically a Visa on arrival). Apply before you travel and check the UK government's foreign travel advice for the latest requirements.
How long does my passport need to be valid for Indonesia?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive in Indonesia, and have at least 2 blank pages. Check your expiry date well in advance - renewing a UK passport currently takes around 3 weeks.
What vaccines do I need for Indonesia?
No vaccines are listed as required for Indonesia, but Hepatitis A, Tetanus / Diphtheria, Typhoid are recommended for UK travellers based on NaTHNaC guidance. Some vaccines need several weeks for full protection - book a travel clinic appointment well before you fly.
Do I need an International Driving Permit for Indonesia?
If you plan to drive in Indonesia on a UK licence, you may need an International Driving Permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention. UK IDPs are issued by PayPoint in person and cost £5.50.
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