Everything You Need to Know About Bali’s Entry Requirements
Dreaming of sunshine, surf and sunset cocktails in Bali? Melbourne Avalon Airport has you covered, with direct flights to Bali taking off from March 2026.
But before you pack your bathers and book that villa, there are a few important travel details to tick off. From visa requirements to new travel forms, here’s a simple guide to help you breeze through Bali’s entry process.
What Australians Need to Enter Bali
To visit Bali, Aussie travellers will need:
- A valid passport (with at least 6 months’ validity)
- A Visa on Arrival (VoA) or Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA)
- Proof of onward travel (like a return flight)
- Payment of the Bali tourism levy
- The new All Indonesia Declaration Form
Let’s break those down.
Visa on Arrival or e-Visa on Arrival
All Australian visitors entering Indonesia for tourism need either a Visa on Arrival (VoA) or an e-Visa on Arrival (e-VoA). Both options let you stay for up to 30 days, with the possibility to extend for another 30 if you fall in love with Bali’s beaches (and who doesn’t?).
You can:
- Apply online before you go via the official Indonesian e-Visa website. It’s best to do this at least 48 hours before your flight.
- Get your Visa on arrival once you land at Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Each Visa costs IDR 500,000 (around AUD 50), with a small processing fee for the online option.
You’ll need:
- A passport with at least 6 months’ validity from your entry (ideally also from your departure date)
- Proof of a return or onward flight
Tip: Be sure to use only the official government website for your e-VOA – avoid third-party sites that may charge more or be unreliable.
Bali Tourism Levy
Introduced in 2024, Bali now asks all international visitors to pay a tourism levy of IDR 150,000 (around AUD 15) per person.
The funds go towards protecting the island’s rich culture, community and natural environment – a small price to help keep paradise beautiful.
You can pay:
- Before you travel via the Love Bali website or app
- Or on arrival at designated payment counters in the airport or seaport
The All Indonesia Declaration Form
As of 1 September 2025, Indonesia is introducing the All Indonesia Declaration Form – a single digital form that combines immigration, customs and biosecurity details. It replaces both the old Electronic Customs Declaration (e-CD) and the SATUSEHAT Health Pass, making arrival smoother and simpler.
This form must be submitted within 3 days before your arrival in Indonesia, and is required of all travellers, including children and infants. Once you complete the form, you’ll receive a QR code that must be presented to immigration upon arrival.
Final Travel Tips
Before you head off, double-check that your documents are in order, your forms are submitted, and your payments are made. Then, you’re all set to enjoy everything Bali has to offer, from Ubud’s rice terraces to Seminyak’s beach clubs and Uluwatu’s cliffside views.
Direct flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Bali begin in March 2026, making it easier than ever to swap city life for sun, sand and sea.
Book your flights now and get ready to start counting down to Bali time!