Indonesia plans to develop a visa-free program for 20 destinations, including Australia, China and India, to be implemented in October, in keeping with the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy. Sandiaga Uno, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, said the proposal had reached the ultimate stage of preparation.
An evaluation of the policy’s effectiveness will probably be carried out six months after its implementation. The proposal, which was submitted in December last 12 months, is anticipated to be enacted before the top of the present government’s term.
In December 2023, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy proposed visa-free visits to Indonesia for 19 countries and one territory, including Australia, China, India, South Korea, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, the Netherlands, Japan, Russia, New Zealand, Italy, Spain, two other Middle Eastern countries and Taiwan.
These destinations are among the many top 20 suppliers of international tourists, including several Middle Eastern countries with investment links. The policy is anticipated to extend international tourist visits, boost domestic consumption, attract investment and expand the event of the digital economy.
If implemented, the policy could even have a major impact on travel agents and their clients planning trips to Indonesia. It represents a continued effort to simplify travel processes and support the tourism industry within the post-pandemic era.
