How to Enter Bali in 2026: Every Link, Form & Price You Actually Need
How to Enter Bali in 2026: Every Link, Form & Price You Actually Need
Planning a trip to Bali? Before you start dreaming about rice terraces and sunsets, there are a few things you need to sort out - and I'm not talking about packing.
I've been living in Bali for over two years and I still see people panicking during planning or at the airport because they are unsure of what documents they need to fill in or they get scammed.
At the end of 2025, the Indonesian government introduces some new forms that visitors need to fill in, which led to new website ‘scams’ which ask you for completing the services. when it’s meant to be all free.
In this article I break down what you need for entering Bali in 2026 - with every official website, every price.
Bali Visa on Arrival (e-VOA) 2026
All European citizens — and visitors from 90+ countries — need a tourist visa to enter Indonesia. Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your date of arrival.
You have two options:
Get it at the airport - You can still get a Visa on Arrival at the counter when you land. But expect queues, especially during peak season, and you won't be able to use the fast e-gates.
Apply online in advance (recommended) - The e-VOA (Electronic Visa on Arrival) is the smarter move. It gets issued almost immediately after payment, the process is extremely easy, and the best part is it lets you skip the visa queue entirely and you can use the automated e-gates at Ngurah Rai Airport. You can do it yourself, there is no need to do it via agency.
Apply here for eVOA: evisa.imigrasi.go.id
Key details:
Cost: Rp500,000 (~$35 USD / ~€30)
Valid for 30 days from arrival, and should be used within 3 months of issuing
Extendable once for an additional 30 days (same price), you will need to visit the Immigration center in Denpasar, Bali
You'll need a passport photo and a confirmed return or onward ticket (they don’t always ask for it)
Payment by Visa, Mastercard, or JCB
Pro tip:
Apply for e-VOA soon after booking your flight (if it is within 3 months). It takes about 10-15 minutes and saves you 30-45 minutes of standing in line after a long flight.
2. All Indonesia Arrival Card 2026
This is the digital form that replaced the old customs declaration, health form, and immigration arrival card - all combined into one single submission. It is mandatory for all international arrivals and it is FREE to submit.
Fill it in here: allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id - the only FREE website you should use
Key details:
Must be completed within 3 days (72 hours) before your arrival
Free - no payment required
You'll receive a QR code to show at immigration
You'll need your passport details, flight info, and your accommodation address in Bali
My tip: You cannot do this much in advance. So once you book your tickets, just add this step as a reminder to your Calendar. It takes about 3 minutes. Have your hotel or villa address ready (the full address, not just "Bali".
Save my Google Maps lists with over 200 tested and verified locations on the islands - available in my Bali Guide 🔗
It’s especially useful if, like me, you enjoy planning loosely and pinning places as you go. Having all your saved spots in one map makes spontaneous exploring much easier and helps you avoid unnecessary backtracking.
3. Bali Tourist Tax (Levy) 2026
Since February 2024, all international visitors arriving in Bali must pay a one-time tourism levy. This is separate from your visa and goes toward preserving Balinese culture, temples, and the natural environment.
Pay here: lovebali.baliprov.go.id
Key details:
Cost: Rp150,000 per person (~$10 USD / ~€9)
One-time payment per trip, regardless of how long you stay
You'll receive a QR code via email - this is your proof of payment
Payment by credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) or QRIS
What happens if you don't pay?
Tourism police conduct random spot checks at popular attractions like Uluwatu and Tanah Lot. If you can't show your QR code, you'll be asked to pay on the spot. You can also pay at the airport when you land, but doing it online before your flight saves time and avoids any stress.
My tip: Pay online, screenshot the QR code, and save it to your phone's photo favorites. The Love Bali website can be glitchy at times — if it's not loading, just try again later. Don't panic and don't use a third-party site.
⚠️ Scam warning: Same story as the visa — scam websites advertising on Google charge up to 3-4x the official price. The only legitimate site is lovebali.baliprov.go.id. Anything else is overcharging you for a 2-minute form.
6. Stay connected with an E-sim: AIRALO
This is my go-to solution for staying connected.
Instead of buying a local SIM card, I always recommend using an international e-SIM for convenience and straight away connection once you land in Bali. I personally use Airalo. You can install it before your departure and activate it as soon as you land, which means you’ll have mobile data immediately at the airport.
Why it’s great:
No physical SIM needed
No queues at the airport
Works instantly upon arriva
topping up is straightforward
you can buy e-sims for other countries, too
You can use my code KAROLI5252 to get $3 off your first purchase.
Money & Payments 💳
7. Wise & Revolut
Having Wise and Revolut when traveling anywhere in the world is extremely smart, and Bali is no exception.
In Indonesia, Wise is widely used and very practical.
Why these apps are useful:
Hold and exchange multiple currencies
Excellent exchange rates
Easy card payments or fast bank transfers (international, too)
ATM withdrawals - some ATMs might have a small withdraw fee (IDR 50,000). For free withdraws use BCA or Mandiri Bank ATMs.
See conversions instantly in all the currencies you’ve added
They’re perfect for managing expenses without relying on cash all the time.
You can sign up for Wise using my link here and open a free account. As a welcome reward, you can choose either a free physical card or zero transfer fees on your first transfer up to BGN 1000.
8. Currency App
Currency is an offline currency converter and, without exaggeration, one of the apps I’ve used the most in my life.
It provides up-to-date exchange rates for over 160 currencies worldwide and works even without an internet connection, which makes it incredibly practical while traveling. You simply enter an amount and it instantly converts it into all the currencies you’ve pinned in the app.
When you live abroad or travel frequently, your brain starts switching between currencies all the time, and it can get surprisingly confusing. This app removes the mental math completely and lets you understand prices at a glance, whether you’re paying for a coffee or negotiating a bigger expense.
Simple, fast and free.
Having these apps ready will make your Bali experience smoother, more flexible, and far more enjoyable.
Bali rewards those who are prepared, and your phone is one of the best travel tools you’ll have with you!
