Latest update of regulations coming to Bali:


All travelers to Indonesia will be subjected to the pre-flight and entry conditions below:

 

The Indonesian government continues adjusting policies and procedures.

Due to the dynamic nature of travel regulations, please stay updated.

Please prepare your documents and follow the health and safety measures in Indonesia. Travelers will be subjected to the Pre-flight and entry conditions below:

Arrival card

 

What Is the “All Indonesia” Arrival Card?

Indonesia has introduced a unified digital portal, named “All Indonesia”, to streamline immigration, customs, and health procedures into a single form, replacing multiple separate processes like SATUSEHAT (health declaration) and e-CD (customs declaration) online forms. 

 

Travelers fill out this form within 3 days (ideally 72 hours) prior to arrival

Upon submission, a QR code is generated and sent via email, which must be presented to immigration/customs upon arrival

It's free of charge.

 

Steps to Complete the Arrival Card for Foreign Visitors

 

  • Visit allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id 
  • Select "English" and  “Foreign Visitor” and fill in the required info:
  • Personal details: nationality, name, DOB, passport number & expiry, and contact info
  • Travel details: arrival/departure dates, enter your e-Visa number 
  • Transport & accommodation: arrival location, flight/ship details, hotel/address
  • Health & customs declarations: symptoms, recent travel, items to declare ( electronics, baggage, etc.), IMEI registration for devices 
  • Submit the form to receive your QR code.

Present the QR code (either printed or on your device) along with passport upon arrival.

 

The new All Indonesia Arrival Card is not a visa. It’s a mandatory digital entry declaration (immigration + customs + health) but does not replace visa requirements.


 

Bali Airport Increases Health Screening Measures for passengers arriving in Bali.

 

New screening measures have been brought into place at Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in anticipation of the spread of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV).

 

The virus, which is not fatal, is a respiratory virus that triggers a mild infection similar to that of the common cold. 

Bali Airport has installed a series of thermal scanners in the arrival area of the international terminal building. 


Tourism tax:

The IDR 150,000 fee is a mandatory requirement for all international arrivals. The income of the Levy (tourist tax) will be used to protect the nature of Bali, support the culture, improve the quality of service, safety, and convenience of tourists, preserve Bali's heritage, and make tourism sustainable and green.

Payments can be conveniently made online via the website: www.lovebali.baliprov.go.id or by downloading the Love Bali application from the App Store or Google Play Store.

Input personal and payment details, including passport number, name, email address, and arrival date. Choose the preferred payment method.

Upon successful payment, tourists will receive a Levy Voucher in the form of a QR code. The voucher will also be sent to the registered email, so ensure that the provided email is valid and active. At the Bali airport, officers will scan the QR code to complete the entry process.

Best is to do this online, before you arrive on Bali, to avoid the queue on Bali airport. Recently, it is already mandatory in some countries that you already can show the QR code upon departure, when you check in on the airport. Please check  this with your airline.


The do’s and don’ts for international travelers:

 

Do's: 

1. Respect the sanctity of temples, pratimas (sacred statues), and religious    symbols;

2. Wholeheartedly respect the customs, traditions, arts, culture, and local wisdom of the Balinese people during ongoing ceremonial processions and rituals;

3. Dress modestly, appropriately, and respectfully when visiting sacred areas, tourist attractions, public places, and engaging in activities in Bali;

4. Behave politely in sacred areas, tourist areas, restaurants, shopping areas, roads, and other public places;

5. Be accompanied by licensed tour guides (who understand the natural conditions, customs, traditions, and local wisdom of the Balinese people) when visiting tourist attractions;

6. Exchange foreign currency at authorized money changers (both banks and non-banks) that are officially licensed and display the authorization number and QR code logo from Bank Indonesia;

7. Make payments using the Indonesian Standard QR Code (QRIS);

8. Conduct transactions using the Indonesian rupiah;

9. Comply with the applicable traffic laws in Indonesia, including possessing a valid international or national driving license, obey traffic rules, dress modestly, wear a helmet, follow traffic signs, not exceed passenger capacity, and no driving under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs;

10. Use four-wheeled transportation that is roadworthy and officially registered or two-wheeled transportation that is operated by a legal business entity or association for two-wheeler rentals;

11. Stay in accommodations that possess the required permits according to applicable regulations;

12. Adhere to all specific provisions/rules that apply to each tourist attraction and tourist activity.

 

Don’ts:

1. Trespass sacred territories: Steer clear of utamaning mandala and madyaning mandala, holy and sanctified spots like puras and pelinggihs — unless you’re there for a Balinese traditional ceremony, during which you must wear the appropriate attire, and you’re not menstruating;

2. Touch sacred trees;

3. Engage in behavior that defiles sacred places, temples, idols, and religious symbols, such as climbing sacred structures and taking indecent or nude photos;

4. Litter and pollute lakes, springs, rivers, seas, and public areas;

5. Use single-use plastics like plastic bags, polystyrene (styrofoam), and plastic straws;

6. Utter offensive words, behave disrespectfully, cause disturbances, and act aggressively towards government authorities, local communities, and fellow tourists, both directly and indirectly through social media, including spreading hate speech and hoaxes;

7. Engage in work or business activities without proper documentation issued by the relevant authorities;

8. Get involved in illegal activities, such as trading illegal goods, including endangered flora and fauna, cultural artifacts, and sacred objects, as well as illegal drugs.

 

Governor Koster made it crystal clear that foreign tourists who dare to break these rules will face severe consequences, including penalties and legal proceedings as prescribed by Indonesian law.

 

Source:

https://coconuts.co/bali/news/bali-issues-12-dos-and-8-donts-for-tourists/?fbclid=IwAR1zNXgPu7opUSERqseb586MAQgRRKjg6iuxui-mTsFADXkBG7YPrf8YMG8


Using a local SIM card:


You can get a local SIM card by buying it at the airport upon arrival or at the kiosk in your local neighborhood.

Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport, has kiosks where you can buy local SIM cards.

 

There are several local providers that you need to know before deciding to buy a local SIM card for tourists, namely Telkomsel, XL Axiata, and Indosat Ooredoo.

 

Note that to activate your SIM card, you need to go through a registration process that requires you to provide a valid passport.

Therefore, you need to make sure to bring your passport along with you when purchasing a SIM card.

 

Another option for buying a local SIM card is to visit a local convenience store or a mobile phone shop. There are a lot of mobile phone shops that would register phones for free when you purchase a SIM card or an Internet package from them.

These are the places where you can get help with the SIM card setup and registration process.