Introduction

Planning an international trip can often be confusing, especially when it comes to visa requirements and airport procedures. If you’re heading to Lombok via Jakarta and are unsure about the e-visa (E-VOA) process, this article will help clarify the steps and ensure your journey is smooth.

Understanding the E-VOA for Indonesia

The Electronic Visa on Arrival (E-VOA) is designed to streamline the entry process for travelers. However, it’s essential to know the specific points of entry that support this visa. Here’s a quick rundown of the airports that accept E-VOA holders:

• Halim Perdana Kusuma, DKI Jakarta
• Hang Nadim, Kepulauan Riau
• Juanda, Jawa Timur
• Kertajati, Jawa Barat
• Kualanamu, Sumatera Utara
• Minangkabau, Sumatera Barat
• Ngurah Rai, Bali
• Sam Ratulangi, Sulawesi Utara
• Sentani, Papua
• Soekarno Hatta, DKI Jakarta
• Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman, Kalimantan Timur
• Sultan Hasanuddin, Sulawesi Selatan
• Sultan Iskandar Muda, Aceh
• Sultan Syarif Kasim II, Riau
• Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta
• Zainuddin Abdul Madjid, Nusa Tenggara Barat

While Lombok International Airport is listed as a valid point of entry, there are nuances to be aware of when transiting through Jakarta.

Your Journey: Europe to Lombok via Jakarta

When traveling from Europe to Lombok with a stopover in Jakarta, here’s what you need to know:

1. Immigration in Jakarta:

   • As the primary point of entry into Indonesia, you will need to complete immigration formalities in Jakarta. This includes verifying your E-VOA and processing your entry into the country.

2. Transit Procedure:

   • Upon arrival in Jakarta, despite being in transit, you will need to clear immigration and collect your luggage.
   • After collecting your luggage, you must re-check it with your next airline for your flight to Lombok.

3. Lombok Arrival:

   • Once you arrive in Lombok, there will be no additional immigration checks as you will have already completed this process in Jakarta.

Visa Options for Short Stays

For travelers staying in Indonesia for less than 30 days, it is advisable to apply for a B1 Visa. This visa is valid for 30 days, is single entry, and can be extended once for an additional 30 days. If you plan to stay longer, consider the Tourist Visa, which allows for up to 60 days initially and can be extended several times up to a maximum of 180 days.

First-Hand Experiences

One traveler shared their recent experience traveling to Lombok via Jakarta:

“We just came back from Lombok. On the way in, we transited in Jakarta, where we had to go through immigration and check our VOA visas. Our luggage needed to be picked up and re-checked with the next airline flying to Lombok. On our return, our luggage went directly to our final destination without needing to re-check.”

This experience highlights the necessity of clearing immigration at your first point of entry in Indonesia, even if you are only transiting.

Conclusion

Traveling to Lombok via Jakarta with an E-VOA requires you to complete immigration in Jakarta before continuing to Lombok. Ensure you have your visa documents ready, collect and re-check your luggage, and enjoy your trip.

For the latest updates, contact your airline or check the official immigration website. Safe travels!