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Planning a trip to Bali? Before you jet off, here’s what you need to do to enter Bali smoothly—no stress, no long airport queues. From visa rules to tourist tax payments, and customs declarations, this guide keeps it simple.

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Passport Validity – Check This First!

Before anything else, make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in Indonesia.

This is non-negotiable. If your passport is even one day short, you may be denied boarding or entry.

Tip: Renew your passport early if needed—airlines check this at check-in.

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Visa on Arrival (VOA)

Who needs it? Most travellers, including Australians, need a Visa on Arrival to enter Bali.

Cost: IDR 500,000 (approx. AUD $50)

Valid for: 30 days (can be extended once to 60 days total)

How to get it:

1. Online before flying (recommended):
   👉 Apply for e-VOA here (official site)

2. ✅ Best done at least 48 hours before your flight

3. Or on arrival at the airport (expect queues)

 

Why apply before?
Doing this online means no lining up in long queues at the airport—you’ll get through immigration faster and start your holiday sooner.

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Bali Tourist Tax (from Feb 2024)

All international tourists must now pay a local tourism levy.

• Cost: IDR 150,000 (approx. AUD $15)

• Where to pay:
  👉 Pay online via LoveBali

• When to pay:
  ✅ Up to 14 days before your flight (ideally 2–5 days prior)

You’ll get a QR code after payment. Show this at immigration or customs. Print it or screenshot it on your phone.

 

Why pay in advance?
Avoid the payment queue at the airport and get out into paradise faster.

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Electronic Customs Declaration (e-CD)

Indonesia requires all travellers to complete a digital customs form before arrival.

• 👉 Submit it online here

• ✅ Must be done within 3 days before your flight

• You'll receive a QR code to scan after collecting your bags

 

What you can bring:

• Alcohol: max 1 litre per adult

• Cigarettes: 200, cigars: 25, tobacco: 100g

• Max cash: IDR 100 million (~AUD $10,000)

• Drones, multiple cameras, or luxury goods should be declared

• Strictly banned: Drugs, weapons, pornography

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Why do it early?
Filling this form before you fly means no delays at customs and a much quicker airport exit.

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Summary Checklist: What to Do Before You Fly

✔️ Passport valid for 6+ months from your arrival date
✔️ e-VOA: Apply online at least 48 hours before your flight
✔️ Tourist Tax: Pay up to 14 days before travel (2–5 days is ideal)
✔️ Customs Declaration: Complete it within 3 days before your flight
✔️ Print or screenshot all QR codes (VOA, tourist tax, customs)

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Why Doing This Early Matters

Bali Airport can get busy, especially during peak arrival times. If you complete all of this before you fly, you’ll:

• Skip the VOA payment queue

• Avoid the tourist tax counter

• Scan your customs QR code and walk through faster

That means less time in lines, and more time at your hotel, sipping a cold drink by the pool.