Journalist visa · Lesotho to Indonesia

Journalist Visa

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 60 days
• Processing time: 6-8 weeks
• Fee: Varies by embassy/consulate
• Validity: Duration of assignment, typically 30-90 days
• Entry: Single entry

For foreign journalists conducting media coverage, filming/video shooting activities in Indonesia. Must contact Indonesian embassy media office before applying to inform of intended visit. Processing time typically 6-8 weeks.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Journalism activities, media coverage, commercial/non-commercial filming, video shooting, press reporting

  Includes

  • Journalism activities
  • media coverage
  • filming
  • video shooting
  • press reporting
• Employment

  Must be employed by or contracted with recognized media organization

  Required status: Employment by recognized media organization

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-style, color, recent

• Press credentials

  Provide a press card, assignment letter or accreditation from the media organisation you represent.

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Contact Indonesian embassy/consulate media office to inform of intended visit and obtain guidance

2. Document submission

   Submit complete application to Indonesian embassy/consulate including passport, photos, press card, assignment letter

3. Fee payment

   Pay journalist visa application fee (amount varies by embassy)

4. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing and approval

5. Visa collection

   Collect approved journalist visa from embassy/consulate

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.