How Australians Get a Bali Visa in 2026
Updated: 2 days ago
Australians do need a visa for Bali in 2026. Indonesia's official e-Visa portal lists visa exemption for ASEAN citizens only, and Australia is on the visa on arrival list. Most travellers use the e-Visa on Arrival, which costs Rp500,000 (about A$40), allows 30 days and can be extended online before it runs out. Here is which visa suits your trip and what to finish before you fly.
Rp500,000, 30 days, and an arrival card 3 days out
Australians are not visa-exempt; the official e-Visa portal lists exemption for ASEAN citizens only.
The e-VOA costs Rp500,000 (about A$40) for 30 days, and one application can cover up to five people.
Apply up to 14 days before you fly, ideally at least 48 hours ahead; your passport needs 6 months' validity.
Every traveller must submit an arrival card within 3 days before arriving.
The Rp150,000 (about A$12) Bali tourism levy is separate and paid once per trip.
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Why This Trips Up So Many Australians
The information Australians see is inconsistent. Airlines, insurers and travel pages all cover Bali visas as a footnote to something else, and some still state that Australians can enter visa-free for short stays. That was true before the pandemic. It is not true now, and arriving without the right visa is not a problem you can fix at the gate.
The visa-free headlines make it worse. Reports of plans to restore visa-free entry for Australians keep circulating, but as of October 2026 Indonesia's official e-Visa portal lists visa exemption for ASEAN citizens only. Plan for the rules that exist today, not the ones that might arrive.
What Do Australians Need to Do Before Flying to Bali?
The steps below come from Indonesia's official e-Visa portal and the Bali provincial government's Love Bali site, checked on 24 October 2026.
Step | When | Details |
Check your passport | Before you book | At least 6 months' validity from arrival |
Apply for the e-VOA | Up to 14 days before you fly | Rp500,000 (about A$40), official e-Visa site |
Submit the arrival card | Within 3 days before arrival | Required for every traveller |
Pay the Bali tourism levy | Before or during your stay | Rp150,000 (about A$12) on Love Bali |
Before You Apply, Check These
Confirm your passport is valid for at least six months from your arrival date.
Decide whether to apply for the e-VoA before you fly or queue for the visa on arrival at the counter.
Budget IDR 500,000 for the visa and a separate IDR 150,000 for the Bali tourist levy.
Work out whether 30 days is genuinely enough before you choose the cheaper option.
Complete the arrival card within 3 days before you arrive, because it is required separately from the visa.
Pay only on official government sites, since third-party services add a margin for the same document.
Which Visa You Need, and What It Costs
Most Australian holidaymakers use the e-Visa on Arrival. It costs Rp500,000, allows a stay of up to 30 days, and covers tourism, government visits, business meetings, goods purchasing and transit, according to the official e-VOA page. You can apply in advance on the official e-Visa site, where one application can cover up to five people, or pay for the same visa at the counter after landing. Paying by card adds a fee set by your bank, not by immigration.
Applying before you fly means you arrive with the visa already issued instead of joining the payment queue. The official site lets you apply up to 14 days before travel and advises at least 48 hours before departure. If you need more than 30 days, the visa can be extended online through the e-Visa site before it expires; since November 2024 the immigration office for the area where you are staying checks each request before approving it.
If you already know you want longer, Indonesia also issues a 60-day visitor visa, applied for online before you travel. The immigration directorate notes that extending that visa requires a sponsor who is an Indonesian citizen, so check the rules before you rely on stretching it further.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Australians need a visa for Bali in 2026?
Yes. There is no visa-free arrangement between Australia and Indonesia at present. Australian passport holders need either a visa on arrival or a visa arranged before travel.
How much does a Bali visa cost in Australian dollars?
The fee is set in rupiah, at Rp500,000 for the e-VOA, which was about A$40 at October 2026 rates. The Australian dollar amount moves with the exchange rate, and your bank may add a card fee.
Is it better to apply online or get the visa at the airport?
Both give you the same visa at the same price. Applying online beforehand means you arrive with it already issued and skip the payment queue, which is the main practical difference.
Can I extend a Bali visa on arrival?
Yes. Apply online through the official e-Visa site before your 30 days end; the immigration office for the area where you are staying checks the request before it is approved.
Is Bali about to become visa-free for Australians?
Reports of a visa-free plan keep circulating, but as of October 2026 Indonesia's official e-Visa portal lists visa exemption for ASEAN citizens only, so Australians still need a visa.
Get the Rest of Your Arrival Sorted
Once your visa is arranged, the remaining decisions are the ones that shape the first days: where you are staying, what you have booked, and how you will move around. The options below cover each of those.
Where To Stay?
Your arrival card asks where you are staying, so book the first nights before you fly. Compare hotels and villas and land with your address set.
Things To Do
With your visa sorted, plan the days that fill up fastest. Browse tours, temple visits and island day trips, and reserve the popular ones early.
Rent A Car
Sort transport before you land. Compare car hire across Bali, check what your licence requires, and skip the long scramble in the arrivals hall.
Sources: Directorate General of Immigration, e-Visa portal | e-VOA rules | Visa extension rules | Love Bali, Bali Provincial Government.
Last verified: 24 October 2026
