Indonesia terrorism and disaster risks keep travel advisory at Level 2

The U.S. State Department still rates Indonesia at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution because of terrorism and natural disasters. The advisory was reissued April 30, 2025 and remains in force in 2026 with no major changes.

Tourist areas can still be targets. Hotels, bars, markets and places of worship may face attacks with little warning, while earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanic eruptions can disrupt travel and services across the archipelago.

Who faces the most risk

Central Papua and Highland Papua remain under Level 4: don't Travel warnings because of civil unrest. The State Department says violence there can lead to injury, death or kidnapping and U.S. assistance is limited.

Nomads, expats and long-stay visitors also face separate headaches outside the advisory. Indonesia’s new criminal code took effect in January 2026, adding risks tied to cohabitation, extramarital sex and drugs, while visa overstays can trigger daily fines, detention or bans. visa updates

What travelers should line up

Travelers need a passport valid for at least 6 months and the right visa before arrival. Indonesia’s e-VOA costs 500,000 rupiah or about $35, allows a 30-day stay and can be extended once through the official immigration website.

The State Department also recommends enrolling in STEP for alerts and buying medical evacuation insurance, since local care can be basic in some areas. Carry a passport copy at all times, check prescription rules before flying and avoid the Papua provinces unless travel is absolutely necessary.

Read our full Indonesia guide for the complete picture.