C5 – Journalist
Visa Details
The C5 Journalist Visa allows foreign journalists to enter Indonesia and work on specific assignments or events. This visa is valid for 60 to 90 days, with extensions possible for longer projects. To obtain a C5 visa, journalists typically need sponsorship from a recognized media organization. Freelance journalists may face challenges securing sponsorship but can explore partnerships with Indonesian media outlets. While the C5 visa allows journalistic work, other business visas with a media focus might be an option for freelancers, depending on the specifics of their work. When planning a journalistic trip to Indonesia, factoring in extension processing times and having justification for a longer stay is important, especially for covering complex stories or extended events. Journalists should also be aware of safety and security considerations, potentially partnering with local journalists or fixers for cultural understanding and navigating any potential risks. Resources like the Indonesian Journalist Association (PWI) and the Foreign Correspondents Club of Indonesia (FCCI) can offer valuable information and support for journalists working in the country.
Stay :
Up to 60 Days (Extendable)
Processing time :
- • Most tourist visas are processed within 6 to 7 working days.
- • We will send the visa to the registered email after your application is approved.
- • Your visa application may take longer to process if the information required for your visa is incomplete or missing.
You must :
- • Comply with laws and regulations.
- • Respect local customs, culture, and wisdom.
- • Have sufficient living expenses while in Indonesia.
Other information :
- • Staying in Indonesia over the period of your stay permit, engaging in prohibited activities, not complying with visa conditions, and/or not complying with Indonesian laws may result in you paying fines, being deported, and/or other legal charges.
- • You are prohibited from doing work or employment.
- • You are prohibited from selling goods or services.
- • You are prohibited from receiving rewards or wages from individuals or companies in Indonesia.
With this visa you can :
- • Carry out activities related to cover news in Indonesia.
- • Conducting activities related to tourism, and visiting friends or family.
Note : This visa must be used within 90 days from the date of
issue.
Please note that the visa validity period is different from the period of stay, kindly check
your visa for the period of stay Information.
