Navigating Denpasar Airport: Your Guide to Smooth Entry into Indonesia
Seeing lots of questions in the group about the entry procedures at Denpasar Airport in Indonesia, I wanted to share some firsthand experience to help you out.
Visa and Entry Requirements for Vietnamese Citizens
Great news for Vietnamese passport holders! You enjoy visa-free entry into Indonesia, and there are absolutely no fees to pay upon arrival.
Using the Auto Gate for a Swift Experience
Most Vietnamese passports with a chip can breeze through the automated entry gates. Here's how it generally works:
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Scan Your QR Code: You'll find clear instructions and prominently displayed QR codes in the immigration area. Pay attention to the signs, and you'll easily spot them.
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e-Visa Declaration: Scanning the QR code will direct you to a website for your e-Visa declaration. Fill in your details and have your passport ready for photo capture. It's a good idea to double-check the information after the system scans your passport photo, as sometimes there can be minor discrepancies, like a number 8 being read as the letter B, as happened to me. If any errors occur, simply scan the QR code again to re-declare.
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Proceed Through the Gate: Once your details are confirmed, you'll be through the auto gate in about 30 seconds.
A quick note on passports without a chip: While the auto gate is designed for chip-enabled passports, some friends without chips have managed to use it with assistance from immigration officers. It seems to be a bit of a hit or miss, so it's always good to be prepared.
Customs Declaration: A Simple Step
After clearing immigration, you'll move to the next checkpoint for customs. To make this part even quicker, I highly recommend filling out your customs declaration beforehand on the website https://ecd.beacukai.go.id/. You'll get a QR code to present, ensuring a seamless process.
(Illustrative image borrowed from another group member)
Credit: Lê Hữu Minh Chi
