How to extend a tourist visa in Bali online — processing time and tips

Visa on arrival at Bali airport takes about 2 minutes with no queue, or up to 15 minutes if there is one — typically faster than waiting for luggage.

Bali airport only issues 30-day visas on arrival. The 60-day C1 visa is not available at the airport and must be applied for online in advance.

Indonesia's online immigration portal frequently gets stuck on 'processing' when applying for the 60-day C1 visa. There is no known quick fix for this issue.

When extending a Bali tourist visa online, you need to provide a return flight. Whether a one-day booking is accepted instead of a real ticket, and whether documents are actually verified, remains unclear.

A 30-day tourist visa extension in Bali can be completed entirely online through the immigration website. A visit to the immigration office is only needed if you choose to apply in person.

There is no way to expedite the online tourist visa extension review in Bali. Rejections do happen, though the frequency is unclear.

Travelers with older-style passports don't need to apply for a visa online in advance — visa on arrival at Bali airport is quick even late at night, and long queues are uncommon.