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Experience feedback on arriving at Manila Airport and visa extension
by Pp06 · 2025-11-13 · 2 replies
Hello everyone, Here’s the follow-up to our recent experience (5/11). Upon arrival at Manila T3, don’t look for the immigration office before passport control (this was info we’d gathered but turned out to be outdated). Go through passport control with your eTravel, grab your luggage with a trolley because the obstacle course begins. Head toward the exit hall, turn right, exchange a minimal amount at one of the two counters, continue toward Burger King, turn right, take the elevator at the end of the corridor to the 3rd floor (departure area), then turn right as you exit the elevator, head to the right, go around the big pillar on the left, and you’ll reach the immigration office that will process your extension quickly for the modest sum of 4070 pesos (the price increased due to a new tax as of June). This little route will save you from asking a thousand questions and getting just as many different answers. Next, logically, buy a local SIM card. There are two small kiosks side by side on the ground floor, Smart and Globe. Prices here are triple what you’ll find in the city, but honestly, if I had to do it again, I’d get both SIMs at the airport. For one simple reason: it’s a hassle in the city—you have to find the shop in a mall, go there, wait in line, explain what you want, and it takes forever. We got a Globe SIM at the airport and a Smart SIM in Baguio, and we really struggled. The cheapest rate offered by Globe at the airport is 1500 PHP for 1 month, with calls and 80GB of internet. It’s oversized, but be careful—they’ll try to sell you an even more expensive SIM upfront (2500 PHP). Smart offers roughly the same terms. It’s pricier, but it’s a turnkey solution—the hostess handles registration with the authorities (passport, etc.) and configures your phone. Finally, almost at the far right, there’s a Grab kiosk (taxis, the Asian Uber, which I highly recommend—it’s so convenient!). They’ll arrange a safe taxi for you no matter your destination in Manila. Watch your belongings during all these tasks that keep you occupied—a tourist had their bag stolen while we were there! All this took us two hours from the moment we got off the plane, but you’ll likely save time with these tips. There you go—you’re ready to face Manila’s traffic jams on your way to your hotel. This is just a summary of our own experience; I hope it helps. Have a great stay! 😊
Indonesia C1 Visa Extension
by Csc13 · 2025-05-31 · 6 replies
Hi there. I hold a 60-day C1 visa obtained online in early April, and I’ve been in Indonesia since April 14th. I’d like to extend my visa, something I thought was possible online under the same conditions as when I got the visa—but oh no! I realize first that I can’t find my visa on the immigration website with the requested details (passport number, date of birth, nationality)... and also that it seems a sponsor is required for the C1 visa, not only for the extension but even for the initial visa application, which wasn’t asked of me before!!!! So, I’m wondering how I should go about getting this extension... Has anyone gone through this experience? What solutions might there be, given I only have two weeks left to sort this out... Thanks for your helpful feedback
Is the Indonesian e-Visa website still working?
by Csc13 · 2025-04-07 · 2 replies
Hi, Has anyone used the online visa application site for Indonesia recently? https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/ For the past two weeks, I haven’t been able to log in... Wondering if the site is still up and running... Thanks for your feedback!
Thailand visa exemption extension
by Csc13 · 2025-03-29 · 2 replies
Hi,

Due to unforeseen circumstances—a earthquake in Bangkok—I couldn’t get my visa for Indonesia in time, and my Thailand visa exemption expires on April 13. I’d like to extend my stay in Thailand by 30 days so I have time to apply for an Indonesian visa, as the procedures are on hold until April 8 due to the end of Ramadan celebrations and Nyepi (Bali).

I’m currently in Prachuap Khiri Khan and would like to know which is the nearest immigration office that can extend my visa exemption?

Just to note, I’ve heard conflicting info: it seems there’s an office in Dan Singkhon and another in Hua Hin. The first one is much closer—could someone confirm if it’s still operational for this kind of procedure, or do I have to go all the way to Hua Hin?

Thanks in advance!
Online visa application for Indonesia
by Csc13 · 2025-03-28 · 5 replies
Hi, Currently in Thailand, I was supposed to return to Bangkok to apply for a visa at the Indonesian consulate. Given the state of emergency in Bangkok following the earthquake, I’m looking for a way to apply for my 2-month tourist visa (renewable once) online. I only have about 10 days left before my Thai visa expires. Can anyone give me the correct website address and let me know the required documents and procedures? Thanks in advance
Thailand Visa with One-Way Ticket
by Csc13 · 2025-01-01 · 37 replies
Hi there,

This will be my first trip to Thailand, which will be the first stop on my Asian journey. This time, I’d like to leave with a one-way ticket so I can return to France from the last country I visit.

First and foremost, I’d like to confirm whether it’s possible to get a VOA (Visa on Arrival) when I land in Thailand without any prior steps? Is proof of onward travel (like a return ticket) required to get this visa?

If so, does it have to be a round-trip ticket from the country I’m arriving from, or can I use a flight or train ticket from Thailand to a neighboring country as proof of exit?

For Cambodia and Vietnam, is it also possible to get a VOA on the spot?

I’d also love any tips or important info you think might be useful about Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam—my planned destinations—especially regarding accommodation, transportation, points of interest, and, of course, any personal advice or experiences you’d like to share!

Thanks so much to everyone, and I wish you all an amazing 2025 filled with health, travel, and discoveries! !
Medication for 60 days in Thailand
by Cgus · 2024-12-17 · 28 replies
Hi there, I’ve read that medication supplies shouldn’t exceed 30 days. How can I handle a two-month stay?

Thanks for your tips!
Processing time for a tourist visa at the French embassy in Jakarta
by Nicolasatria · 2024-10-19 · 2 replies
Hi everyone, I’m looking for info on how long it takes to get a tourist visa in Jakarta. My Indonesian friend has almost all the documents ready but is missing flight tickets and insurance. We’d like to book them last minute for practical reasons. Has anyone had a recent experience and could tell me how long it usually takes? Thanks in advance!
Météo en mars à Bali
by Espérenza · 2020-01-17 · 3 replies
Bonjour à vous tous, J ai décider de changer de destination à la dernière minute( j avais réserver pour les Philippines, mais le volcan Taal me fait peur) Donc J ai pensée retourner à mes endroit coup de cœur 1 mois en Thaïlande 1 mois à Bali ou Flores Par contre la température du mois de mars en Indonésie est vraiment mon inquiétude Soyez honnête... Croyez vous que c’est réaliste d aller à bali en Mars? Merci
One-way flight to Cambodia without a return ticket and formalities
by Patoupatou · 2019-10-24 · 6 replies
Hi there, I’m flying to Phnom Penh on December 22, 2019. It’s a one-way ticket with no return. Will I run into any issues at customs or check-in? I have no intention of settling in the country—I just haven’t decided where to go next yet. Is it a good idea to show proof of a bus or train ticket to a neighboring country, like Vietnam? Has anyone else been in this situation? Thanks
Quel permis pour circuler et louer une moto aux Phillipines?
by Québécois46 · 2019-08-14 · 60 replies
Bonsoir à tous. Tout est dans le titre, à savoir quel permis de conduire il faut pour loueretcirculer à moto aux Phillipines pour un canadien?. Lors de la location, y a-t-il assurance incluse ou optionnelle?. Merci aux habitués et/ou ceux qui y séjournent.
Train Jakarta-Yogyakarta
by 3615POD · 2019-08-04 · 1 reply
bonjour

je regarde pour réserver un train de Gambir a Yogyarkta

le site de TICKET net ne délivre plus de réservation pour le 10 AOUT au matin

comment faire ?

est-il possible d'arriver à la gare le 9 et de voir? o u peut on monter dans le train sans réservation

merci d'avance pour vos retour

stephane
Photo for Thai visa at the Ban Pakard border crossing
by Guiom75 · 2018-02-03 · 6 replies
Hi, I’m writing because I’ve seen conflicting info online. Does anyone know if I need an ID photo to enter Thailand from Cambodia at the Psar Pruhm / Ban Pakard border crossing? I have a French passport and will be staying in Thailand for 8 days. Thanks so much for your help.
Indonésie: visa "special" ou longue durée pour résidents semi permanents
by Csc13 · 2015-09-11 · 2 replies
Bonjour,

J'ai entendu de la bouche de plusieurs Indonésiens que certaines dispositions avaient été assouplies ces derniers mois. Il y a evidemment le fameux visa 1 mois gratuit, qui même s'il ne convient pas à tout le monde, fera tout de même des heureux... Mais aussi que les bureaux de l'immigration seraient susceptibles désormais de fournir une autorisation de VISA pour 6 mois ou 1 an, dés lors que vous auriez un bail locatif ! Pour cela, mais peut être ai je mal compris la suite, il suffirait de sortir du territoire avec le papier de l'immigration et de re à nouveau avec ce nouveau visa...

Quelqu'un a t il eu vent de cette disposition qui semble t il serait récente ?

Il semblerait aussi que l'on puisse plus facilement ouvrir un compte bancaire en Indonesie à présent, sous reserve d'un dépôt maxi de 5 000$.

Qui pourrait confirmer, ou infirmer ?

Attention, ces dispositions sembles être récentes donc ne répondez pas pour vos expériences des années antérieures à 2015 !
Indonésie: visa gratuit renouvelable?
by Silbou · 2015-09-01 · 25 replies
Bonjour

Il etait tres simple de prolonger son visa a un mois suplementaire en Indonesie, mais quand est il maintenant que visa 1 mois pour les Francais est gratuit. peut on encore prolonger notre sejours, ou faut 'il demander un visa 1 mois payant que l'on peut prolonger?

Merci pour vos futures reponses en esperant que quelqu'un c'est pencher sur la question.
Visa touristique pour Indonésien désirant venir en France
by Salba · 2015-08-02 · 6 replies
Bonjour à tous,

J'ai un ami indonésien qui désirerait venir en France pour deux mois de vacances. Je sais qu'il doit se rendre à Jakarta pour la demande de visa touristique, savez-vous le temps nécessaire pour l'obtention de ce visa ? Dans le cas où j' héberge cet ami, est-ce que je dois faire de mon côté des démarches ?

Merci pour vos réponses.
Les Français (et quelques autres) bientôt dispensés de visa en Indonésie
by VoyageForum · 2015-03-17 · 42 replies
Afin de relancer le tourisme, l'Indonésie s'apprête à supprimer l'obligation de visa de tourisme pour 30 nouveaux pays dont la France et quelques autres notamment de l'UE. Détails à venir pour cette décision qui devrait normalement entrer en vigueur en avril 2015. Lire la suite...
Visa de 2 mois pour l'Indonésie
by AlexKrl · 2015-01-27 · 12 replies
Bonjour, Je projete de faire mon deuxième voyage en Indonésie, plus précisément a Bali, Lombok et aux gilis et , après recherches sur le forum, ( je nais pas trouvé de réponses assez claires pour moi) je voulais savoir quelles étaient les possibilités pour en acheter un de France ou sur place et le plus intéressant selon vous? Merci :-)
Mon itinéraire de 3 semaines à Java
by Lhommedejava · 2014-12-28 · 6 replies
Bonjour

Je vais à Java en septembre 2015 pendant 3 semaines. J'aimerais avoir votre avis sur mon itinéraires sachant que je n'aime pas courir. J'ai indiqué entre parenthèses quelques sites que je compte visiter. Je compte voyager le plus possible en train.

Jakarta Bogor (repos du voyage et jardin botanique) Pangandaran (Villages de pécheurs + Green Valley - Green Canyon) Yogyakarta (La ville elle-même + Prambanam + Borobudur) Plateau de Dieng (peut-être 2 jours de ballade) Surakarta (Temples Cetho et Sukuh) Malang (plantation de thé) Bromo (volcan) Ijen (volcan) Surabaya - Jakarta (en avion) Parc national Ujung Kulon (2 ou 3 jours) Jakarta - retour en France
Train Jakarta - Banjar
by Candavoine · 2014-12-09 · 10 replies
bonjour, quelqu'un a t-il pris le train de jakarta à banjar. j'arrive à 9h00 à jakarta et je voudrais prendre le train pour banjar pour rejoindre ensuite pangandaran en bus. quels sont les horaires, le temps mis et est-ce possible? Merci pour une réponse

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