Chinese visa for Indonesian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Indonesian passport holders visiting China for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Indonesian citizens to enter China for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | China e-visa for Indonesian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | China visa on arrival for Indonesian citizens | Not Available | |
China tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Indonesian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in China.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from China.
If you are looking for China visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Indonesia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of China nearest your place of residence.
- Jakarta: The Embassy of China in Jakarta, Indonesia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 31 minutes)
- Surabaya: The Consulate General of China in Surabaya, Indonesia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 31 minutes)
- Medan: The Consulate General of China in Medan, Indonesia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 31 minutes)
- Denpasar: The Consulate General of China in Denpasar, Indonesia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 31 minutes)
China visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest China diplomatic mission offices to Indonesia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Indonesia traveling to China from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Indonesia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 419,087 | N/A |
| 2009 | 401,913 | -4.10% |
| 2010 | 439,746 | 9.41% |
| 2011 | 454,890 | 3.44% |
| 2012 | 456,028 | 0.25% |
| 2013 | 439,919 | -3.53% |
| 2014 | 439,414 | -0.11% |
| 2015 | 449,399 | 2.27% |
| 2016 | 468,233 | 4.19% |
| 2017 | 479,846 | 2.48% |
| 2018 | 496,910 | 3.56% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
China & Indonesia comparison
China's area is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi), while the area of Indonesia is approximately 1,811,570 km2 (699,450 sq mi). This means Indonesia is 5.18 times smaller than China.
As of October 2025, China's population is ~1.5 billion people - 1,179,233,461 more people than the population of Indonesia.
We have highlighted China & Indonesia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| China | Indonesia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,467,390,589 | 288,157,128 | 1.2 billion more people live in China than Indonesia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 276 | 132 | China has 144 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Indonesia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 37 | 40 | China passport holders visit 3 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 344 | 160 | Chinese hosts 184 more foreign missions than Indonesia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Indonesia travel to China in one year?
The number of visitors from Indonesia visiting China in 2018 was approximately 496,910.
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