Visa requirements for visiting Bali (Indonesia) depend on your nationality, the purpose of your visit, and the length of stay. Most travellers to Indonesia need a visa. Before you start your holiday to Indonesia, you’ll need to arrange a few documents. Although it may seem like a lot, the process is fairly quick. Please check the terms and conditions that may apply for you regarding your passport and visa requirements when travelling to Indonesia. Always check with the Indonesian embassy or consulate in your home country for the most up-to-date requirements before traveling to Bali. Also, make some copies of your important travel documents and/or save them in a secure online site.
General Requirements:
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date
- Proof of onward or return travel
Visa on Arrival (VOA)
Travellers to Indonesia require a Visa on Arrival (VOA). This visa allows a stay of 30 days and can be extended once for an additional 30 days (total stay of 60 days. Costs around IDR 500,000 (approx. € 32) and can be obtained upon arrival at Bali's international airports or seaports. This Visa on Arrival (VOA) often involves long queues. We recommend to apply for an e-visa in advance, which will make getting through customs much faster. Keep in mind, the e-visa takes around 3 days to process, so make sure to apply ahead of time. You can apply your electronic Visa on Arrival (E-VOA) here. This E-VOA is valid at international airports of Jakarta, Bali, Yogyakarta, Surabaya, Medan, Manado and the Batam seaport.
Tourist tax
Starting February 14, 2024, every traveler will need to pay a one-time tourist tax of IDR 150,000 per person (around €9) when visiting Bali. You can pay this tax online in advance or through the "Love Bali" app, or pay upon arrival with a credit card. Please apply for the tourist tax here, via the 'Love Bali' website. Cash payments aren’t accepted at the moment. After paying, you’ll receive a Levy Voucher with a QR code that will need to be scanned upon entry to Bali.
Electronic Customs Declaration form and Health Declaration Form
Around 2-3 days before you arrive in Indonesia, you’ll need to complete the Electronic Customs Declaration Form online. Once submitted, you’ll receive a QR code that will be required at departure or upon arrival.
Additionally, you’ll need to fill out a Health Declaration Form the day before your departure. This form asks for your personal details, health information, and travel history over the last 21 days. Once completed, you’ll receive a QR code, which you should save or screenshot, as you may be asked to show it at the airport upon arrival.