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description: "Citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Indonesia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $35. Processing: 3–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Indonesia visa for citizens of the Gambia

Citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Indonesia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visa on Arrival (VOA) / Visit Visa
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–7 days
- **Government fee:** $35
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility and gather documents** — Ensure passport has 6 months validity and you have all required documents.
2. **Book an appointment at the Indonesian Embassy** — Contact the nearest Indonesian embassy or consulate to schedule a visa appointment.
3. **Attend appointment and submit application in person** — Bring original documents, photocopies, and passport. Biometrics (fingerprints) will be taken.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee (approx. USD 35) as instructed by the embassy.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3-7 working days.
6. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to the embassy to collect your passport with the visa sticker.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank pages)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Download from embassy website or obtain in person
- **Passport-sized photographs (2 recent, white background)** (Identity): Size 4x6 cm
- **Copy of passport data page** (Identity): Clear photocopy
- **Flight itinerary / round-trip ticket** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return flight
- **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation** (Travel): Proof of accommodation for entire stay
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Minimum balance equivalent to USD 1,000
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Covering medical expenses and repatriation
- **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment): For employed applicants; self-employed provide business registration
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Pay at embassy or via bank transfer as instructed

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 1,000
- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Sufficient funds to cover stay and return

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is not available for Gambian passport holders; you must apply in advance at an Indonesian embassy.
- Overstaying the 30-day limit results in fines of IDR 1,000,000 per day.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and use the latest form from the embassy website.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Provide a confirmed flight itinerary showing departure from Indonesia.
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide bank statement showing at least USD 1,000 balance.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Indonesia?

Citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Indonesia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (VOA) / Visit Visa.

### How long can citizens of the Gambia stay in Indonesia?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Indonesia visa cost for citizens of the Gambia?

Government fee: $35.

### How long does Indonesia visa processing take?

Typically 3–7 days.

### What documents do citizens of the Gambia need for Indonesia?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank pages); Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs (2 recent, white background); Copy of passport data page; Flight itinerary / round-trip ticket; Hotel reservation or letter of invitation; and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Indonesia?

At least 6 months.

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