Quick answer: Bali follows Indonesia’s visa rules. Most visitors (including the US, UK, EU, Australia and Canada) get a Visa on Arrival (VoA) — 30 days, about IDR 500,000 (~US$35), extendable once for another 30 days. For longer stays, the B211A visit visa gives up to 180 days. ASEAN nationals are visa-free for 30 days. Always confirm current rules with official Indonesian immigration before you fly.
Bali is part of Indonesia, so there is no separate “Bali visa” — you are entering Indonesia. For a standard holiday, the Visa on Arrival (or its online version) is all you need; only longer or working stays require more. Here is the clear breakdown for 2026.
Bali visa options at a glance
| Visa | Stay | Cost (approx.) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa-free (ASEAN) | 30 days, no extension | Free | ASEAN passport holders |
| Visa on Arrival (VoA / e-VoA) | 30 days, +30 once | IDR 500,000 (~$35) | Most tourists |
| B211A Visit Visa | 60 days, extendable to 180 | ~$150+ via agent | Long stays, remote work, family |
| Remote Worker / KITAS | 6–12 months+ | Varies | Digital nomads, residents |
Visa on Arrival (VoA) — what most travellers use
Around 90+ nationalities — including the United States, United Kingdom, all EU countries, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and most of Asia — qualify for Visa on Arrival. It costs about IDR 500,000 (roughly US$35), is valid for 30 days, and can be extended once for another 30 days (60 days total). Pay by card or cash at the airport on arrival.
e-VOA — get it online before you fly
The electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VOA) is the same thing applied for online before departure via Indonesia’s official immigration portal. It costs the same, lets you skip the arrival queue, and — importantly — can be extended online without a trip to the immigration office. For most travellers this is now the easiest route.
The B211A visit visa — for longer stays
If you want more than 60 days — common for remote workers, surfers settling in for a season, or visiting family — the B211A visit visa grants 60 days and can be extended twice for a total of up to 180 days. It is applied for online, usually through a visa agent or sponsor, and costs more than the VoA. For genuine relocation, look at the remote-worker (E33G) or second-home visas and the longer-term KITAS.
Entry requirements and the Bali tourist levy
Whatever visa you use, you will need a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page, and proof of onward or return travel. Separately from the visa, Bali charges a one-time tourist levy of IDR 150,000 (about US$10) per visitor, payable online via the official Love Bali portal or on arrival. Overstaying your visa carries a fine of around IDR 1,000,000 per day, so diarise your extension.
How to extend your Bali visa
A VoA or e-VOA can be extended once for 30 more days. Do it a few days before expiry: online for the e-VOA, or at a local immigration office (or via an agent who handles the paperwork and the in-person photo/fingerprint step) for the standard VoA. B211A holders extend through their sponsor or agent.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Bali? Almost certainly yes, unless you hold an ASEAN passport (visa-free 30 days). Most visitors buy the Visa on Arrival or apply for the e-VOA online.
How long can I stay in Bali on a tourist visa? 30 days on a VoA, extendable once to 60 days. For up to 180 days, use the B211A visit visa.
What is the B211 / B211A visa? Indonesia’s single-entry visit visa for longer tourism, business or remote-work stays — 60 days, extendable to 180.
Is e-VOA better than Visa on Arrival? For most people, yes — same price, but you skip the airport queue and can extend online.
Note: Indonesian visa rules and fees change periodically. Always confirm the latest requirements with official Indonesian immigration (imigrasi.go.id) or your nearest Indonesian embassy before booking.
Planning the trip itself? See our Bali travel guide, best time to visit Bali, and Bali itinerary.
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John Morrison is the founder and lead travel writer at Packzup. Over the past decade he has explored destinations across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania — always self-funded, never on a press trip.