Do I need to apply for a visa for Bali, Indonesia?
Yes, a Visa On Arrival (VoA or e-VoA if purchased online) is required when travelling to Bali from Australia, regardless of your age.
The following requirements apply:
- Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Indonesia
- You must be able to show that you have a return ticket back to Australia, or an onward flight to another country.
How much does a Bali visa cost?
A Bali Visa on Arrival costs approximately AUD$50* (IDR 500,000).
*Correct at 15/02/2023. This fee is subject to change, so you should always double check Bali.com and the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia website before you travel.
How long can I stay in Bali with a visa?
The VoA is a single entry visa which is valid for up to 30 day stays, with the option to extend once only, for another 30 days (maximum 60 day stay on VoA).
How do I buy my VoA or e-VoA?
Before you arrive in Bali:
- Purchase your e-VoA online from the OFFICIAL Indonesian immigration website.
On arrival in Bali:
- Purchase at the airport arrival hall and pay at the VoA counter in cash (AUD, USD, EUR, GBP, SGD, IDR) or by credit card (no AMEX).
If I get a visa how long is it valid for?
If you apply for a Visa On Arrival for up to a 30 day stay prior to your arrival in Bali, the e-VoA is only valid for 90 days (note that this is the VoA's validity period and not the period of time that you can stay in Bali).
You will need to apply for a new visa If you enter Bali after the 90 day period.
Can I extend my visa?
Yes, your VoA can be extended whilst in Indonesia for another 30 days only. This means that the maximum duration that you can stay in Indonesia on a VoA is 60 days.
If you want to stay in Bali for longer than 60 days, you shoud check the Indonesian immigration website for other visa options before you enter Bali.
What happens if I overstay my Visa in Bali?
If you overstay your visa in Bali you will need to pay a penalty of IDR 1,000,000 per day. You can generally pay this at immigration when you are leaving if your overstay is up to 3 days. For any more days than this, you may find yourself having to answer a lot more questions by immigration officials. If you have overstayed more than 3 days, it is a good idea to seek assistance from a visa immigration agent before heading to the airport to face immigration.
What is not permitted to take to Indonesia, Bali?
- Guns/weapons/ammunition
- Narcotics
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Chinese medicine and printing
- Pornography
- Certain fish and plants
- Importation of electronic equipment
- Cats and Dogs will require an import permit
What is the duty-free limits for Bali, Indonesia?
- 1 litre of Alcohol
- 50 cigars / 200 cigarettes / 100 grams of tobacco
- Cash; you need to declare more than $250 USD per person and $1000 USD per family.
- Perfume; for personal and reasonable use only. No commercial usage allowed.
- Food; of reasonable quantities and from a registered territory.
Passport Requirements
Before you purchase your flight to Bali make sure you have at least six months from the date you intend to return to Australia.
Another thing to consider is damaged passports. Bali immigration tend to look at the condition of your passport as part of determining whether you should be allowed into the country. It is your responsibility as the traveller to make sure your passport is intact and is in a good condition. Normal wear and tear is usually acceptable but anything that can’t be visually read by passport authorities may not be accepted.
Fast Tips
- Don’t allow your passport to make any contact with water and other liquids that can cause serious damage.
- Don’t remove or tear any pages from the passport
- Make sure that the details on your personal details page is easy to read and clear with no evidence of tampering on any part of the booklet.
- Keep your passport safe
Any information provided is general only. If you are not sure if your passport is in the right condition, call the Australian Passport Information Service on 131 232 or just pop into an Australian consulate.
As well as making sure you satisfy Bali immigration requirements, you should also consider getting Bali Travel Insurance for your trip.
