Indonesia covers an area as big as Europe and spans two oceans – so the weather depends largely on which patch you pick. In most places though, it’s the dry season between May and September, with odd but heavy downpours taking place throughout the rest of the year. Temperature-wise, it’s much the same everywhere you go – the average is a toasty 28°C all year round.
You don’t need a visa to enter Indonesia for visits of up to 30 days. If you’re travelling to Indonesia for more than 30 days, you should apply for a visa before you travel, or get a visa on arrival at a cost of US$35, or the equivalent in Indonesian rupiah. This type of visa is valid for 30 days, and can be extended once (for a maximum of 30 days) by applying to an immigration office within Indonesia. Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of your departure from Indonesia. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/indonesia/.
You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. It’s a good idea to visit your doctor a month or so before you travel for advice on vaccinations. For the latest health and safety information, visit https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/indonesia/.
The Department of Foreign Affairs has up-to-date advice for Irish citizens on staying safe and healthy abroad.
For more on security, local laws, health, passport and visa information see www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice and follow @dfatravelwise
Northern Ireland citizens should refer to www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
More information is available by checking https://www.tuiholidays.ie/f/info/travel-aware
Keep informed of current travel health news by visiting www.hse.ie/eng/health/az
The advice can change so check regularly for updates.
