Entry Requirements for Bali

Before your plane lands in paradise, make sure you are ready. This page offers a complete entry checklist for Bali, covering passports, visas, onward tickets, the new All Indonesia digital arrival card, and the Bali tourist levy. These are the official requirements you must prepare before entering Indonesia.

Be sure to check out our essential tips for Bali travelers for practical guidance on transport, dining, and cultural insights to make your trip memorable.

1. Passport Requirements

Your passport is the most important document for your trip to Bali. Here’s what you need to know:

• Validity: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in Bali. Immigration officers are very strict about this rule, and travelers with less validity will be denied entry.
• Condition: Ensure your passport is in good condition. Passports with tears, water damage, or missing pages may result in denied entry.
• Blank Pages: At least one blank page is required for visa stamps or immigration purposes.
• Emergency Passports: Temporary or emergency passports are not accepted for Visa on Arrival (VOA). If you hold an emergency travel document, check alternative visa options before traveling.

2. Indonesian Visa

Bali follows Indonesia’s visa regulations. While there’s a dedicated page on our website for detailed visa information, here’s a brief overview:

• Visa-Free Entry: Citizens of these countries can visit Bali for up to 30 days without a visa. (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Colombia, Hong Kong, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Suriname, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam.)
• Visa on Arrival (VOA): Available for over 90 nationalities, this visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and costs IDR 500,000 (around USD 35). It can be extended once for an additional 30 days.
• E-VOA (Pre-Arrival: You can apply for an e-VOA online before your trip to save time at the airport.

For more details on visa types and eligibility, visit our Indonesian Visa Requirements page.

3. Return or Onward Flight Ticket

To enter Bali, you must provide proof of a return or onward flight ticket. This is mandatory and often checked by both airlines during check-in and immigration officers upon arrival.

• Why It’s Required: This ensures that travelers do not overstay their permitted duration in Indonesia.
• What Happens Without It? If you don’t have a return ticket, you may be denied entry or asked to purchase one immediately at the airport.

Tip: Make sure your flight matches the validity of your visa (e.g., within 30 days if traveling on a VOA).

4. All Indonesia Arrival Card (August 2025)

This now replaces the old separate forms for Customs Declaration and Health Pass.

• What it is: A unified digital arrival card for customs and health details.
• Who needs it: Everyone, including foreigners and Indonesians.
• When to fill: Up to 3 days before your flight.
• Where to fill: allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id
• What you get: A QR code to show on arrival at Bali airport.

5. Bali Tourist Tax

As part of sustainable tourism efforts, Bali has introduced a tourist tax:

• Cost: IDR 150,000 (around USD 10) per person.
• Payment Options:
  • Online before your trip (lovebali.baliprov.go.id)
  • At the arrivals counter in Bali’s airport (near the driver waiting area).

This tax supports environmental conservation and cultural preservation initiatives across Bali.