Our C5 Journalistic Visit Visa is designed for foreign media professionals planning to cover stories, produce content, or conduct reporting activities in Indonesia. Whether you’re a freelance journalist, documentarian, or part of an international media crew, we help ensure you’re compliant with local regulations so you can focus on the work that matters.
Getting a journalistic visa in Indonesia involves more than just paperwork. It requires coordination with multiple authorities, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Indonesian Broadcasting Commission. Our team navigates these channels on your behalf, ensuring you meet every requirement efficiently and professionally.
Each project is different, and we tailor our services to fit your assignment’s needs — whether it’s a short-term news piece or a long-term documentary. We’ll advise you on timelines, prepare documentation, and stay in touch throughout the process to give you peace of mind while you’re on assignment in Indonesia.
Document Preparation
Start with a quick consultation so we can understand your travel purpose and recommend the right visa type. Then, we'll guide you through the document checklist and help you prepare everything correctly — no guesswork, no confusion.
Submission & Processing
Once your documents are ready, we’ll submit your application directly to Indonesian immigration. We handle all the coordination and follow-ups, keeping you updated on the progress while you sit back and relax.
Visa Approval & Delivery
As soon as your visa is approved, we’ll send you the official visa document — ready for your trip. Whether you're applying from abroad or already in Indonesia, we make sure the process is smooth, timely, and stress-free.
Suitable for:
Visit journalism
Duration of stay permit: 60 Days
Extension: Available
Rate: Rp 3.500.000,-
This visa is for foreign media professionals — including journalists, photographers, and documentary filmmakers — intending to conduct journalistic activities in Indonesia.
On average, it takes 10–15 working days, depending on the completeness of your documents and coordination with relevant authorities.
Yes. A local sponsor is required, and IVS can act as your facilitator to streamline this process in accordance with legal requirements.
Extensions are possible, but subject to approval. We recommend applying with a realistic timeframe and we’ll guide you through any extension process if needed.