Complete Permit Guide 2026
Every visitor must purchase a marine park entry permit. This conservation fee directly funds marine protection, reef monitoring, and community development in one of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems.
International (~$65 USD)
Indonesian Citizens
Students (with ID)
Valid 12 months from purchase. Unlimited entries to all marine park areas.
Three Options
Most luxury cruise and liveaboard operators arrange permits on your behalf. Included in package pricing with Juara Holding Group charters. Zero effort required from you.
Raja Ampat Marine Park Authority offers online purchases at the official registration portal. Process your permit before arrival for guaranteed access.
Main office in Waisai, Raja Ampat capital. Open daily 8am-4pm. Bring passport and cash (IDR). Processing takes 15-30 minutes.
Your Money at Work
Protection
Patrol boats, ranger salaries, anti-poaching operations across 46,000 sq km of protected waters.
Science
Reef monitoring programs, turtle conservation, marine biodiversity research and documentation.
Community
Local community development, sustainable tourism training, infrastructure for island villages.
Conservation Success
Raja Ampat is a global conservation success story — fish biomass has increased 250% since the MPA was established. Your entry fee directly contributes to this ongoing achievement.
Know the Rules
Carry your permit card at all times in Raja Ampat waters
Rangers may request permits during routine patrols
Permits are non-transferable — tied to your passport number
Photography and snorkeling permitted at all sites; some restricted research zones exist
Fee Questions
IDR 1,000,000 (~$65 USD) for international visitors. IDR 500,000 for Indonesian citizens. IDR 250,000 for students with valid ID. Valid for 12 months with unlimited entries.
Yes — the Raja Ampat Marine Park Authority offers online purchase. However, most luxury operators handle this on your behalf as part of your package. With Juara Holding Group, the permit is pre-arranged and included.
With most luxury operators including Juara Holding Group, yes — the entry fee is included in your package price and itemised on your invoice. You don't pay separately at port. Confirm with your specific operator at booking.
12 months from the date of purchase. If you return to Raja Ampat within a year, your existing permit covers re-entry. One permit covers unlimited entries to all marine park areas.
Rangers may fine you or require you to purchase a new permit. On luxury vessels, your crew carries a copy of your permit documentation. We recommend keeping a photo of your permit card on your phone as backup.
Permit Included
Book a luxury charter with us and your entry fee is pre-arranged and included. Zero paperwork, zero queuing.
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