Bali Travel Rules 2026: Visa, All Indonesia App & Tourism Levy Explained

(BALI, INDONESIA) Bali’s 2026 entry process now centers on three checks: Visa Requirements, the All Indonesia digital card, and the tourism levy.

Most visitors either enter visa-free for 30 days or buy a Visa on Arrival (VOA) for IDR 500,000 plus service fees online. Citizens of 13 countries, from Singapore to Colombia, qualify for visa-free entry but only for a single 30-day stay. Passport holders from 97 countries can use Visa on Arrival, which also grants 30 days and one local extension option.

Starting September 1, 2025, travelers must file the All Indonesia arrival card within 72 hours before departure to avoid queues. As of October 1, 2025, that digital card becomes mandatory at every Indonesian international airport and seaport nationwide for entry.

Bali also charges every foreign visitor a tourism levy of IDR 150,000, payable online or on arrival at Ngurah Rai. Authorities check passport validity, blank pages, return travel, and your QR codes, so preparation begins before you pack each time.

According to analysis by VisaVerge.com, these digital steps reduce paperwork but punish last-minute travelers with slower lines at peak hours. Think of the journey as five checkpoints, each taking minutes if done early but much longer if delayed.

Bali 2026 entry — quick overview

• Match your nationality to Indonesia’s Visa Requirements first, because airlines often deny boarding if your visa type is wrong.
• Citizens of Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Timor Leste, Thailand, Vietnam, Suriname, Colombia, and Hong Kong enter visa-free for 30 days.
• If your country is among the 97 eligible for VOA, the Visa on Arrival costs IDR 500,000 plus a service fee.
• VOA is single-entry: leaving Indonesia ends it, even if days remain.
• Both visa-free travelers and VOA holders start with 30 days; VOA holders can extend once at an Immigration Office.
• Formal visas for longer stays require proof of funds, including three months of bank statements showing at least $2,000.
• Bali’s governor is proposing a rule to demand bank statements even for 30-day visitors, but it is not implemented yet.
• Because proposals can move quickly, travelers should carry basic financial proof, especially families.

Booking flights before confirming the correct visa category often leads to rebooked tickets and expensive hotel changes on arrival.

Step 1: Match nationality to the correct visa route

• Check whether your passport-holder country is in the visa-free list, the VOA-eligible list, or needs a different visa.
• Passport must be valid at least six months beyond arrival and have two blank pages.
• Airlines and immigration treat the validity and blank-page rule strictly; damaged passports can cause long questioning.
• Print or save your return/onward ticket — officers ask for proof you will leave within 30 days.
• For VOA, choose to:

1. Pay online before travel — arrive with confirmation and reach the immigration desk faster.
2. Pay on landing at Ngurah Rai — have IDR 500,000 plus the service fee ready if paying in person.

– Use only the official e-VOA portal: https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/ and keep receipts and screenshots securely.
– Travelers applying for formal (longer-stay) visas must carry 3 months bank statements showing at least $2,000.
– Keep accommodation address and a local contact number handy for the digital card.
– If traveling with children, ensure every traveler’s passport details are ready — the system records individuals.

Step 2: Prepare passport, money, and tickets early

• Have passport, sufficient funds, and onward travel proof ready well before departure.
• Paying VOA online minimizes time at the airport; paying on arrival requires finding payment counters.
• Budget for the VOA extension fee if you may extend locally.
• Keep digital and printed copies of all confirmations and receipts.

Step 3: File the All Indonesia digital arrival card

The All Indonesia digital arrival card merges immigration, customs, and health declarations.

• Complete it within 72 hours of your flight; 48 hours gives a safer buffer for email delays.
• The form is free — ignore anyone charging to submit it.
• After submission, you receive a QR code by email; officers scan it at immigration and customs.
• The card requires:
• Personal data (passport number, nationality, contact details)
• Travel details (flight number, arrival/departure dates, accommodation)
• Health and customs declarations
• Double-check spelling and use the same passport as you travel with — a changed passport number can stop automated scans.

Practical tips:
– If you forget, airport posters provide a QR to complete it, but this will slow you down.
– Save the QR code on two devices in case of battery failure.
– Keep screenshots and emails readily accessible.

Important: the All Indonesia card is mandatory nationwide from October 1, 2025. Failure to file in time can create long manual checks and delays.

Step 4: Pay Bali’s tourism levy

• Every international visitor must pay IDR 150,000 for environmental programs and culture.
• The levy began in February 2024 and funds cultural heritage preservation projects.
• Payment options:
• Pay online before departure for smoother entry.
• Pay on arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport.
• Keep proof of payment with travel documents; staff may ask for receipts near immigration or levy booths.
• For families, pay the levy for each person, including children.
• Budget for both the VOA fee and the tourism levy to avoid shortfalls at the airport.
• Carry small cash or a working card — payment systems may lag during busy arrivals.
• Once the levy is paid, keep your passport, visa confirmation, and All Indonesia QR code together for inspection.

Step 5: Arrival checks, stamps, and extensions

• At arrival, officers will:
• Scan your passport
• Confirm visa status
• Match your record to the All Indonesia QR code
• If visa-free, the officer stamps entry for 30 days; the countdown starts that calendar day.
• VOA holders show payment proof, receive a VOA stamp for 30 days, and may extend once at an Immigration Office.
• Customs may direct you to inspections based on your declarations.
• Travelers who complete the digital card late often face delays because manual checks replace automated scanning.
• To extend a VOA:
• Visit an Immigration Office before your 30 days ends.
• Bring passport, payment method, and allow in-person processing time.
• Overstaying even by one day can trigger fines and future travel complications. Set reminders for your exit date.
• If you plan to work, study, or volunteer, do not rely on a 30-day entry: those activities require appropriate visas.
• Keep both digital and paper copies of all confirmations to guard against lost phones, wet bags, or weak signals.

Key takeaway: With early preparation, Bali entry is usually orderly and fast. Last-minute travelers face longer lines and manual procedures that can significantly delay arrival processing.