Indonesia's visa-on-arrival (VOA) for 2026 is USD 35 or IDR 500,000 for 30 days, available at Lombok International Airport (LOP). The e-VOA pre-paid online option is recommended. A single 30-day extension to 60 days total is available at Mataram imigrasi office. The B211A tourist visa (60–180 days) is available pre-arrival via sponsor. The Bali Provincial Tourist Levy (IDR 150,000) does NOT apply to direct Lombok arrivals — only to travellers entering via Bali.
# Lombok Visa & Entry Rules 2026: The Complete Guide
Indonesia's visa system has been stable since 2023 and 2026 brings only minor procedural updates rather than substantive changes. For most travellers, the visa-on-arrival (VOA) at Lombok International Airport (LOP) is straightforward, fast, and inexpensive.
This guide covers the practical 2026 entry framework: VOA mechanics, the e-VOA pre-paid option, extensions, the longer-stay B211A tourist visa, the Bali Levy exemption for direct Lombok arrivals, and the various requirements and frictions travellers should know about.
The dominant entry method for foreign tourists. Specifics:
Cost: USD 35 or IDR 500,000 (rate determined by current exchange — pay in either currency at the airport counter)
Duration: 30 days from arrival date (count includes arrival day)
Extensions: Single 30-day extension available at any imigrasi office in Indonesia, total stay 60 days. Cost IDR 500,000 plus optional agent fee.
Multiple entry: Single-entry only — once you exit Indonesia, the VOA is consumed and you must obtain a new one on next arrival.
Validity period: VOA must be used within 90 days of issuance (i.e., you cannot pre-purchase well in advance of travel).
Available to citizens of: Approximately 92 countries as of 2026, including:
The full list is maintained at imigrasi.go.id. Citizens of countries not on the VOA list need to obtain a tourist visa pre-arrival via the Indonesian embassy or consulate.
Where available at LOP: VOA counters are immediately past immigration, before baggage claim. Cards (Visa, Mastercard) and cash (USD or IDR) accepted. Processing time typically 5–15 minutes.
The pre-paid online version of the VOA, increasingly recommended for 2026 visitors.
Where to apply: molina.imigrasi.go.id (the official Indonesia immigration portal). Beware of unofficial agent sites that charge higher fees.
Cost: Same USD 35 base fee plus a small online processing fee (typically USD 5–10 depending on payment method).
Application timing: Apply 1–14 days before travel. Processing typically 1–3 days.
Documents required:
Airport processing: Skip the VOA payment counter at LOP — go directly to the e-VOA fast lane at immigration. Processing time typically 2–5 minutes vs 15–30 minutes for the standard VOA queue during peak windows.
Strongly recommended for:
The VOA single extension to 60 days requires a visit to an Indonesian imigrasi (immigration) office. The Mataram office serves Lombok visitors.
Mataram imigrasi office:
DIY extension steps:
1. Visit the office Monday-Wednesday morning (avoid Thursday-Friday and end-of-month dates)
2. Fill out the extension form
3. Submit passport, current VOA receipt, return ticket, hotel booking
4. Pay IDR 500,000 (cash or transfer)
5. Return for biometric scan and photo (typically 3 days later)
6. Return for passport pickup with extension stamp (typically 5–7 days after initial submission)
Total time: 5–10 business days
Common pitfalls:
Agent option: Local agents charge IDR 800,000–1,500,000 to handle the extension on your behalf. They submit on your behalf, hold your passport for the duration, and return it to your accommodation. Reasonable choice for travellers based on the Gilis or in Kuta Lombok who don't want to make multiple Mataram trips.
No further extensions available: After the 60-day combined VOA + extension period, you must exit Indonesia and re-enter to obtain a new VOA.
For longer stays (60–180 days), the B211A tourist visa is the standard option.
Cost: USD 150–250 (depending on agent and processing speed)
Duration: 60 days initial validity, extendable for two additional 60-day periods (total 180 days). Some agents offer 180-day initial validity packages.
Application: Pre-arrival only. Cannot be obtained at LOP.
Required: Indonesian sponsor (typically your accommodation, an Indonesian travel agency, or an immigration agent). The sponsor submits the application on your behalf.
Documents:
Processing: 5–10 business days from sponsor submission
Best for:
Recommended agents for 2026:
Indonesia's Bali Provincial Tourist Levy (Pungutan Wisatawan Asing) has been in effect since February 2024. Specifics for 2026:
Practical implications for Lombok travellers:
For travellers with flexibility, the direct Lombok routing saves the Bali Levy. For travellers combining Bali and Lombok, the levy is unavoidable but minor (~USD 10).
Indonesia immigration officially requires proof of onward travel for tourist arrivals. In 2026:
Practical advice: Always carry a printed or screenshot copy of your onward booking. If you don't have a return ticket, options include:
Practical arrival logistics at Lombok International Airport:
Indonesia's 2026 visa system is mature, stable, and traveller-friendly for the dominant traveller use cases. The VOA is fast and cheap, the e-VOA pre-paid option saves time at the airport, the extension to 60 days is straightforward (if bureaucratic), and the B211A tourist visa handles longer-stay needs.
The Bali Levy is the only meaningful 2026 cost-friction, and it is fully avoidable for travellers willing to fly direct to Lombok. For Lombok-focused trips, the visa-and-entry framework is genuinely uncomplicated.