Visas & Documents

Do you need cash on arrival in Bali for the visa on arrival and tourist tax?

Yes — bring cash (USD or IDR) when landing in Bali: the visa on arrival (~$35) and tourist levy (~$10) are usually paid in cash at the airport, and card payment isn't always accepted. If you already bought an e-visa online before the flight, you don't need to pay again on arrival.

1 source · today

Which Indonesia visa should I get for Bali, and can I extend or switch visa type without leaving the country?

For long stays, the D12 multi-entry visa (1-2 years, unlimited entries/exits, 180 days per stay, extendable another 180 days without leaving) is the most cost-effective option. E-visa on arrival can have technical delays, so apply in advance. Switching visa type (e.g. B1 to C1) can be filed 4-5 days before your flight while still in the country.

2 sources · 20 days ago

Bali visa: apply for e-visa in advance or get visa on arrival at Denpasar airport?

Most recommend applying for visa on arrival through the official website in advance (pay online or on the spot, have USD cash ready, exchange rate ~16,600), since the separate e-visa process reportedly works less reliably.

1 source · 20 days ago

Do I need to pay a separate tourist tax when entering Bali (in addition to visa on arrival)?

Yes, Bali's tourist tax (Bali Levy) is separate from the $35 visa on arrival — it costs 150,000 IDR (~$10) and is paid online at lovebali.baliprov.go.id. You also need to fill out a free customs declaration before landing.

1 source · 5 days ago

Should I apply for Bali visa on arrival (e-VOA) online in advance or get it at the airport?

You can apply for e-VOA online in advance or get the visa on arrival at Bali airport without major queues; the difference matters mainly if you plan to stay longer than a month — an online visa can be extended online, while an airport visa requires a personal visit to immigration for extension.

2 sources · 4 days ago

Do I need a visa to enter Bali, and how much does the visa on arrival cost?

Visa on Arrival costs $30 and is issued at a counter right after you exit the plane at Denpasar airport. Transit passengers don't need a visa at all.

2 sources · 21 days ago

Do you need a visa for Bali before your flight, or can you get a visa on arrival?

Indonesia's Visa on Arrival (~$35) can be obtained right at the airport in Bali — you don't need to arrange it before departure, and airlines (e.g., via a Shanghai connection on China Eastern) will still let you board without a pre-approved visa.

1 source · 28 days ago

How does passport control work at Bali airport – do I need an electronic arrival card (QR code) and can I use the biometric e-gate?

In Bali you must fill out a free electronic arrival card online (you get a QR code), and the biometric e-gates only work for chipped passports (usually 10-year ones); visa on arrival costs $35 and is a separate process.

1 source · 34 days ago

Do you need a return/onward ticket to enter Bali on an e-Visa?

Yes, a return or onward flight ticket out of Indonesia is generally required — you upload it electronically when applying for the e-Visa, and showing it on your phone at immigration is usually enough, no printout needed.

2 sources · 34 days ago

How to get a visa on arrival in Bali and fill out the Indonesia Arrival Card (timing, QR code)?

Visa on Arrival is issued right at Denpasar airport (about 15-20 min wait), while the All Indonesia Arrival Card should be filled online no earlier than 3 days before landing — these are two separate steps, and the visa fee is paid separately from the arrival card.

3 sources · 33 days ago

How much is Bali visa on arrival and what's the airport immigration process like (autogate, fast track)?

Visa on arrival costs 500,000 IDR (~$32 USD) per person, cash accepted; autogates are fast but may need ~5 min to activate after payment. Fast track service with an agent costs about $25 USD per person.

1 source · 33 days ago

How to apply for Indonesia Visa on Arrival (e-VOA) online when traveling with family or a group, to avoid QR code and payment mix-ups?

On the allindonesia site you must fill out a separate application for EACH traveler individually, not add everyone to one form — otherwise you'll get only one QR code for the whole family but be able to pay for just one visa.

1 source · 18 days ago

Indonesia passport validity rule: do you need 6 months left on your passport at entry or at departure?

For entry to Indonesia, your passport generally needs at least 6 months validity on the date of entry. If your passport is valid at arrival but becomes too short once your visa stay is counted, you may still face issues at check-in or immigration.

1 source · 36 days ago

Bali visa on arrival: should you prepay online, how should you pay at the airport, and do immigration keep your passport for the extension?

Prepaying Bali’s visa on arrival does not always save much time, because you may still face immigration lines, especially with an older passport type. It’s safer to pay the exact amount or by card if possible, and for an extension your passport is usually kept and collected later rather than finished in one visit.

1 source · 39 days ago

What documents does a 17-year-old need to enter Bali, Indonesia: is a birth certificate or parental consent required, and can e-VOA be issued in advance with a 5-year passport?

A 17-year-old usually needs their own passport valid for at least 6 months to enter Indonesia; a birth certificate is not normally required, but it is smart to carry one if the child travels with a parent who has a different surname. Notarized consent is more often required by the airline or departure country than by Indonesian immigration, and e-VOA can be applied for online in advance; if the system rejects the passport, travelers typically use VOA on arrival.

1 source · 1 day ago

Do you need a new Indonesia visa to re-enter Bali after a short trip to Singapore, and can you use Singapore’s 96-hour transit facility?

Yes: if you leave Bali for Singapore and then fly back to Bali, that is a new entry to Indonesia, so you need a new visa or VOA. For a Bali–Singapore–Bali itinerary, Singapore’s 96-hour transit facility generally does not apply, so travelers from visa-required countries need a regular Singapore visa.

1 source · 29 days ago

Bali arrival visa at Denpasar Airport: how much does it cost and how long do immigration, customs, and baggage claim usually take?

At Denpasar Airport, the usual Visa on Arrival fee is IDR 500,000 for 30 days. Immigration, baggage claim, and customs typically take 45–90 minutes total, but during busy arrival periods it can take up to 2 hours, so a transfer with only 90 minutes of free waiting is a bit tight.

1 source · 43 days ago

Can children use automated passport gates in Bali and what documents are needed when traveling with a child?

Children with biometric passports and a pre-paid visa can use automated gates at Bali airport. Non-biometric passports require the regular queue. Traveling with one parent may prompt border officers to request notarized consent from the other parent.

1 source · 20 days ago

What should I do if I made a passport detail mistake in my Bali eVOA or arrival card, and do I need to upload passport photos separately?

If the mistake is in passport details on your Bali eVOA, it is safest to correct it before flying; for key passport fields, travelers often reapply through the official Molina Imigrasi portal and pay for a new application. If you applied for eVOA directly after the online arrival card in the linked official flow, the system does not always ask for separate passport or portrait uploads.

2 sources · 2 days ago

How does visa on arrival and passport control work at Bali airport?

Visa on arrival costs $32 per person, paid before passport control at Ngurah Rai airport. The whole process takes 15–20 minutes. Fill out the All Indonesia e-form in advance.

1 source · 52 days ago

Indonesia e-visa website not working — how to fix upload and form issues?

Disable VPN when using the Indonesia e-visa website, and manually verify the passport issue date field — the system may auto-fill today's date instead of the correct one.

1 source · 4 days ago

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

A 30-day Bali tourist visa extension can be done online via the immigration website or in person at a local immigration office. Processing cannot be expedited.

2 sources · 3 days ago

How to apply for a Bali visa on arrival online — which website and what does it cost?

Use the official All Indonesia site (allindonesia.id) — it covers the visa, arrival card, and health declaration in one. Cost is up to 500,000 IDR plus a 150,000 IDR tourist tax.

1 source · 59 days ago

Can you use the e-gate (auto gate) at Bali airport with a visa on arrival?

Yes, if you have a biometric passport and a visa on arrival, it gets linked to your passport data and you can use the e-gate. Non-biometric passports must go through the standard officer queue.

1 source · 7 days ago

Bali nomad visa online application stuck on passport photo processing — how to fix?

The passport photo getting stuck on 'processing' on Indonesia's immigration website is a known site bug, not a user error. If it can't be resolved, getting the visa on arrival is an alternative.

2 sources · 5 days ago

What happens if you overstay or leave Bali while your visa extension is being processed?

Overstaying results in an official fine paid at immigration in the airport, after which a stamp is placed in your passport. A 30-day visa on arrival costs $33, payable in cash.

1 source · 19 days ago

What proof of onward travel is required for Bali e-visa if leaving Indonesia from a different island?

For the Bali e-visa, any onward ticket departing from any Indonesian airport is acceptable — it doesn't have to be from Bali. A booking confirmation is generally sufficient.

2 sources · 1 day ago

Do airlines check return tickets when flying to Bali?

Yes, airlines increasingly check for a return or onward ticket at check-in before boarding to Bali. Fake or invalid tickets won't work — staff verify them on the spot.

2 sources · 4 days ago

Do you need a return ticket for Bali visa on arrival (VOA)?

Bali visa on arrival technically requires proof of onward travel — a return or transit ticket. A flight reservation (not necessarily paid) is usually accepted, and the VOA payment counter at Ngurah Rai Airport operates 24/7.

2 sources · 8 days ago

Can you get a visa on arrival at all airports in Indonesia, including smaller ones?

Visa on arrival is not available at all Indonesian airports — check availability for your specific entry point. For long-term stays without border runs, the KITAS E33G remote worker visa allows 1 year of residence.

3 sources · 4 days ago