VOA and e-VOA Processing and Payment in Indonesia: real experience from chats
Short answer
Travelers should complete the electronic Customs Declaration before arrival and obtain an e-VOA to utilize biometric autogates. Visa extensions require mandatory biometric photos at an immigration office, as failure to comply results in a daily fine of 1,000,000 IDR.
From real experience
For extending tourist visas (like B1 or C1) in Bali, applications usually require a passport and supporting documents.
If applying through an agency, payments can sometimes be made via Russian cards (SBP/T-Bank) depending on the agency's local payment gateway. Using biometric passports allows entry via e-gates, skipping manual immigration queues. Always carry small cash (IDR) for VOA fees at the airport.
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To enter Indonesia, tourists need both a VOA (Visa on Arrival) and a completed Customs Declaration (ECD/Electronic Customs Declaration).
The e-VOA can be processed online, while the standard VOA is available at the airport. Electronic gates (autogates) for immigration are available for biometric passports, but they may only be accessible if the visa is in the system (e-VOA is preferred for this).
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Visa extension process in Indonesia (VOA/e-VOA) requires mandatory biometric photo capture at the immigration office within a few days after payment.
Failure to appear results in an overstay, charged at 1,000,000 IDR per day. Absence of an email notification from immigration is not a valid excuse.
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Visa on Arrival (VOA) in Indonesia must be purchased and processed correctly at the airport upon arrival if not done online.
Skipping the payment or stamp process results in an illegal stay, punishable by a daily fine (1,000,000 IDR per day) and potential issues upon departure.
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Russian citizens can obtain a Visa on Arrival (VoA) at the airport in Indonesia.
Electronic VoA (e-VoA) is available online and allows for faster processing via autogates. Travelers must also complete an electronic Arrival Card (ECD) prior to arrival to expedite customs.