Bali remains one of the easiest places in Asia to visit, but the paperwork around it has moved fast. If you are planning a trip in 2026, here is a plain summary of what changed and what you actually need to do before you fly.
The entry visa: VOA and e-VOA
Most visitors still arrive on a Visa on Arrival, valid for 30 days and extendable once for another 30 days. The big shift is the electronic version. The e-VOA lets travellers from around 97 countries apply online, pay the fee of about 500,000 rupiah (roughly 35 US dollars), and get approval in about three working days. Sorting it before departure means you can skip the payment queue at the airport. If you would rather have us handle it, see our Indonesia visa on arrival service.
The All Indonesia arrival card
Since October 2025, every international traveller must complete a digital arrival card before landing. It combines the old immigration, customs and health forms into one online declaration, filed through the All Indonesia app or web portal up to three days before arrival. It is free, but skipping it slows you down at the gate.
Biometrics and in-person extensions
Two rule changes matter if you plan to stay longer than 30 days. Since mid 2025, visa extensions must be done in person at an immigration office rather than fully online, and biometric attendance, meaning a photo and fingerprints, is now required for most visa types. We walk you through the whole process on our Bali visa extension page.
The tourist levy and talk of proof of funds
Every foreign visitor pays the Bali tourist levy of 150,000 rupiah, about 9 US dollars, which has applied since 2024. Separately, in early 2026 the provincial government floated a proof of funds requirement for tourists. The thresholds and start date are still unconfirmed, so treat it as a proposal for now and check nearer your travel date.
Quick FAQ
Do I need a visa before I arrive in Bali? Not always, but applying for the e-VOA online first is faster and lower stress than paying on arrival.
How long can I stay? Thirty days on a VOA or e-VOA, extendable once to sixty days in total.
Can you handle the paperwork for me? Yes. We manage applications, extensions and long stay permits so you do not have to queue.
Need a hand with any of this? Talk to our team on WhatsApp or visit our Bali visa agency page.