Bintan Visa on Arrival & Entry Requirements

Visiting Bintan, part of Indonesia, requires travelers to follow Indonesia’s visa regulations.

Depending on your nationality and travel plans, you may be eligible for visa-free entry or need a Visa on Arrival (VOA).

This guide explains everything you need to know for Bintan Visa on Arrival & Entry Requirements.

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Basic Entry Requirements
Free Visa Entry — Eligible Nationalities
Special Free Visa for Singapore PRs
7-Day Paid Visa on Arrival (Riau Islands)
Standard Paid Visa on Arrival (VOA)

Basic Entry Requirements

Before selecting a visa option, you must fulfill the following entry requirements to ensure seamless arrival at Bintan:

Passport Validity
Your passport must remain valid for a minimum of six months from your date of arrival. This requirement is mandatory for all international travelers entering Indonesia.
Return or Onward Travel Documentation
You are required to present proof of outbound travel, such as a return ticket to your home country or an onward ticket to a third destination.

This documentation demonstrates your intention to leave Indonesia within your authorized stay.
Digital Arrival Card
All visitors must complete the All Indonesia E-Arrival Digital Card (e-Card) prior to arrival. Submission must occur no later than 72 hours before your scheduled arrival at Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry terminal or Sri Bintan Pura Port Tanjungpinang city.

This document is sometimes called the Bintan Arrival Card by travelers, though the official name is the Indonesia E-Arrival Digital Card

If you are traveling from Singapore, you can read our comprehensive guide on traveling from Singapore to Bintan Island to optimize your travel arrangements and itinerary planning.

Visa Options

Below are the visa options available specifically for travelers visiting Bintan for tourism or leisure purposes.

Free Visa on Arrival

Travelers from certain countries can enter Indonesia, including Bintan, without paying for a visa.

Benefits:

Stay up to 30 days for tourism purposes.
Ideal for short trips to Bintan or other destinations in Indonesia.

Eligible countries include:

Brunei Darussalam, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Cambodia, Singapore, Myanmar, Laos, Timor Leste, Suriname, Colombia, Hong Kong, Turkey, Brazil, Peru.

Important Notes:

For tourism only – work or business activities are not allowed.
Maximum stay is 30 days.
Cannot be extended

Source : Indonesia Immigration Official website

Special Free Visa for Singapore PRs

Singapore Permanent Residents (PRs) with a Blue NRIC can enjoy a special free visa entry when visiting Bintan.

Eligibility:

Singapore PRs holding a Blue NRIC.
Spouses and children with a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP).

Rules:

Must travel together with the PR.
Bring proof of family relationship (marriage or birth certificate).

On Arrival:

Visitor Stay Permit stamped at immigration.
Valid for up to 4 days.
This policy applies only at selected entry points, including Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal (BBT) and Sri Bintan Pura Port (Tanjungpinang Ferry Terminal).
Policy effective from 31 January 2025.

Tip: Always bring your Blue NRIC; otherwise, you’ll need a regular VOA.

Source : Indonesia Immigration Official website about Singapore Permanent Residents passing through specific Immigration Checkpoints.

7-Day Paid Visa on Arrival For Riau Islands

For short trips or quick holidays, the 7-day Visa on Arrival (VOA) is available for Bintan and other areas within the Riau Islands.

Important Scope:

This visa is only valid within the Riau Islands, including entry points such as Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal (BBT) and Sri Bintan Pura Port (Tanjungpinang Ferry Terminal).
It can only be obtained upon arrival at these designated entry points.
Travelers must also exit Indonesia through the same Riau Islands entry points where the visa is granted.

Details:

Fee: Rp 250,000 per person
Additional charge: Rp 3,000 bank processing fee
Validity: 7 days

Payment:

Payment is made directly at the ferry terminal upon arrival.
It is highly recommended to prepare cash in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) in advance to ensure a faster and smoother process at immigration.

Source : Indonesia Immigration Official website

Standard Paid Visa on Arrival (VOA)

Travelers who are not eligible for visa-free entry can obtain a Standard Paid Visa on Arrival (VOA).

Requirements:

Passport valid for at least 6 months
Return or onward ticket

Details:

Fee: Rp 500,000
Validity: 30 days
Extension: Can be extended once for another 30 days (Rp 500,000)

How to Get the Visa:
There are two ways to obtain this visa:

Apply Online
Submit your application through the official Indonesia Immigration e-Visa portal before your trip. Payment can be made using a credit or debit card.
Get It on Arrival
You can purchase the visa directly at the ferry terminal upon arrival in Bintan.
Payment must be made in cash using Indonesian Rupiah (IDR 500,000).
It is strongly recommended to prepare cash in advance to ensure a smoother and faster process at immigration.

Please refer to the table below for the list of countries that require a visa.

Countries as follows ( Click Here )

The list of countries required to pay for a Visa on Arrival when entering Bintan or other parts of Indonesia is as follows: