Travel advice for Indonesia

Exercise increased caution in Indonesia because natural disasters, unrest and terrorism pose risks. Avoid demonstrations and crowds, as some demonstrations can become violent, and prepare for disruptions caused by earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanic eruptions. Terrorist attacks may occur with little warning. Do not travel to Central Papua or Highland Papua because of civil unrest.

Travel only for special reasons and be extra careful because of terrorism, crime, demonstrations, traffic accidents and natural hazards. Avoid all non-essential travel to Papua, Highland Papua, South Papua and Central Papua because of armed clashes, unrest, terrorism, crime and kidnapping; West Papua and Southwest Papua are not covered. Take care in Aceh, where sharia law applies to foreigners, and in Bali and Lombok, where theft and unsafe drinks occur.

Avoid travel unless essential to Papua, Papua Highlands, Central Papua and South Papua because armed clashes cause civilian deaths and foreign nationals may be targeted. Risk is higher outside cities and after dark, so travel by day. Elsewhere, be alert to terrorist attacks, pickpockets, theft, drink spiking and fatal methanol poisoning, especially on Bali, Lombok, the Gili Islands and Sumatra. Wildfire smoke causes poor air quality and may disrupt flights.

Avoid non-essential travel to Central Papua and Highland Papua because armed groups seeking independence have sporadically attacked security authorities and security remains unstable. In Jakarta and other areas, take adequate precautions because demonstrations over political, religious, ethnic, labour and social issues occur and may develop into riots.

Australia advises a high degree of caution for Indonesia.

Exercise caution in Indonesia due to terrorism, protests and ethnic conflict. Terrorist attack risk is especially high in major cities and Bali. Conflicts are especially concerning in Kalimantan, Central and South Sulawesi, Banda Aceh, the Moluccas, West Timor, Papua and West Papua. Piracy and kidnapping occur in waters between Indonesia and Malaysia or the Philippines, the Timor Leste border is unsafe, and Bali has robbery, gambling scams and ATM fraud.

Exercise a high degree of caution throughout Indonesia because of political and social tensions, terrorism, violent crime and kidnapping. Avoid non-essential travel to all provinces of Indonesian Papua because violent incidents, threats against foreigners and kidnapping occur regularly. The exceptions are the Raja Ampat islands and the city of Sorong in Southwest Papua.

Hong Kong advises a high degree of caution for Indonesia.

Hungary advises a high degree of caution for Indonesia.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Indonesia because terrorism, violent demonstrations and crime are risks. Ensure your passport is valid for six months beyond arrival, obtain the required visa and exit ticket, and buy comprehensive insurance. Avoid crowds and demonstrations, safeguard valuables and use registered taxis. Rape and sexual assault are increasing in Bali and Lombok, while drink spiking has been reported in Bali, Lombok and the Gili Islands.

Exercise caution and remain vigilant in Indonesia because of possible crime, security threats and natural hazards, including eruptions, earthquakes, tsunamis, severe weather, flash floods and landslides. Avoid activities in exclusion zones around Mount Semeru, Mount Merapi, Mount Anak Krakatau and Mount Sinabung; follow instructions from local authorities and monitor volcanic activity, as eruptions may disrupt travel. Avoid protest and demonstration sites; purchase comprehensive insurance for potentially hazardous sports.

Travel with increased caution because terrorism, opportunistic crime and unsafe drinks are risks, and women face greater danger when alone. Avoid Papua, Sulawesi, Aceh and Maluku provinces, especially Ambon, and heed warnings in tourist areas. Sharia and moral policing apply in Banda Aceh; strict drug laws and random drug testing apply. Motorbike and scooter crashes are an injury risk, including on Bali, while medical care is limited and evacuation costly.

Travel to Indonesia is generally safe with usual precautions, but avoid non-essential travel to the six Indonesian Papua provinces. Take caution in West, Central and South Kalimantan, South Sumatra, Jambi and Riau because smoke degrades air quality. Severe fires affect East Kalimantan, Maluku, North Maluku, South and West Sulawesi, risking health and disrupting flights. Follow local instructions and limit outdoor activity there, while volcanic eruptions can disrupt flights nationwide.

Be cautious in both rural areas and major cities because Indonesia is volcanically and seismologically active, with flooding and landslides frequent from September to February. Estonia has no representation in Indonesia, so rely on other countries' travel information and advisories. Estonian citizens must apply for a tourism visa and carry a passport valid for at least six months. All tourists arriving in Bali, including children, must pay a tourism levy.

Germany advises normal precautions for Indonesia.

Normal precautions apply; a visa is required for Indonesia. A visa on arrival is valid for 30 days for tourism, family visits, some business and official meetings, but not for all work or commercial content. Complete the customs and health declaration within 72 hours of arrival, and use official visa channels to avoid scams, overstay fines and deportation. Passports need at least six months' validity and two blank pages.