Yes: US and UK citizens need an Indonesian visa for Bali. The simplest option is the 30-day visa on arrival (VOA, 500,000 rupiah, single entry, extendable once for 30 days), and an electronic version can be requested before departure on the official Indonesian immigration site. You must also pay the Bali tourist levy of 150,000 rupiah and complete the All Indonesia form within 72 hours before arrival.
This guide rewrites the Bali visa rules for US and UK citizens from official sources: the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, entry requirements, updated 18 September 2026), the U.S. State Department (travel.state.gov, last updated July 9, 2026) and the Bali provincial government’s Love Bali portal (read 12 November 2026). The Indonesian immigration portal (evisa.imigrasi.go.id) shows its fees only during an application, so I cite the fees given by GOV.UK and the State Department.
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Entering Bali: the essentials
- Visa on arrival (VOA): 30 days, single entry, 500,000 rupiah (about US$35 per the State Department), for tourism, family visits, some business activities and more.
- Electronic option: apply online before travel on the Indonesian immigration website (GOV.UK says at least one week before leaving); the e-VOA can be requested in advance for Jakarta and Bali airports (State Department).
- Extension: the 30-day visa can be extended once, for another 30 days (GOV.UK, State Department).
- Bali tourist levy: 150,000 rupiah (about £8 per GOV.UK), via the Love Bali portal.
- All Indonesia form (customs and health, free): within 72 hours before arrival.
- Passport (US and UK): valid at least 6 months after you arrive, with at least 2 blank pages; proof of onward or return travel.
The 3 steps to enter Bali
| Step | Where | When |
|---|---|---|
| Visa (VOA or online visa) | At the airport, or online on the Indonesian immigration website | On arrival, or online before departure (GOV.UK: at least one week before leaving) |
| All Indonesia form | allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id (website or app, free) | Within 72 hours before arrival |
| Bali tourist levy | Love Bali portal (online) or on arrival | Online before arrival, or on arrival (GOV.UK) |
Do US and UK citizens need a visa for Bali?
US citizens
According to the U.S. State Department (travel.state.gov, last updated July 9, 2026), you may apply for an e-VOA in advance if you enter at Soekarno-Hatta in Jakarta or Ngurah Rai in Bali, or request it at certain international airports, seaports and land crossings. You need a passport valid for at least 6 months, a departure date with a return or onward booking, and the 500,000 rupiah fee (about $35). The e-VOA is valid for 30 days and can be extended once for 30 days (for 500,000 rupiah) at the nearest immigration office one week before it expires. For stays over 30 days in any category, apply online on the official eVisa website. Permitted VOA activities are tourism, government visits, business meetings, procurement of goods and transit.
UK citizens
According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 18 September 2026), you must have a visa to visit Indonesia. You can get a 30-day visa on arrival for tourism, visiting family or friends, some business activities and official meetings, buying goods and official government visits. It costs 500,000 rupiah, can be paid by cash or card, is valid for a single entry only, and requires proof of your onward or return journey; most main airports and seaports issue it. You can also apply online before you travel, at least one week before you leave, with options such as multiple-entry and 60-day visas. Make sure an online visa is approved before you arrive: a visa approved after you enter Indonesia is not valid. The VOA is not suitable for all business activities, volunteering or influencer work, or for creating commercial online content.
The two sources agree on the 30-day, 500,000-rupiah visa on arrival, on one 30-day extension and on the passport rules. For any other purpose, check the Indonesian immigration website and the Indonesian embassy.
The Bali tourist levy
GOV.UK says the Bali provincial government has introduced a tourist levy of 150,000 Indonesian rupiah (about £8) for all foreign tourists arriving in Bali, payable online or on arrival. The official Love Bali portal, which I read on 12 November 2026, shows IDR 150,000, offers single or group payment, and accepts bank transfer, virtual account and QRIS. After payment, a QR-code voucher is sent to the email address you entered, so use a valid one. The portal says the fixed exchange rate displayed on the payment page is the one applied, and that additional charges may apply depending on the issuing bank. An "Apply Exemption" button leads to the exemption page. The portal does not say whether the levy is due again on each entry, so check it if you leave and return to the island during your trip.
Passport: the refusal reason not to overlook
Both governments say the passport must be valid for at least 6 months after you arrive and have at least 2 blank pages; you will be denied entry otherwise (GOV.UK, State Department). The State Department adds that a damaged passport, or one previously reported lost or stolen, has resulted in denials of entry. Check it when you book: see our passport guide.
Overstaying, scams and accommodation
- Overstay: one million rupiah per day (GOV.UK, State Department). The State Department adds you may be detained, deported or banned; GOV.UK says using the wrong visa type or overstaying can lead to prosecution, detention and deportation at your own cost. Extend within the first 30 days.
- Scams: GOV.UK warns of fake visa agents who take your money and may supply no visa or the wrong one, and says to use only the Indonesian immigration website to get or extend a visa. It also says the All Indonesia arrival card is free and that you should avoid alternative sites asking for payment.
- Private accommodation: if you stay in private accommodation, you must register with the local police; GOV.UK says you could be fined 5 million rupiah if you do not. In a hotel you are registered automatically.
- Exit: the State Department says you must leave Indonesia with the same passport you entered with; if it was replaced you need a special exit permit from Immigration.
Planning the rest of your trip
For the season, see when to go to Bali, our Bali guide and the Indonesia guide. To convert rupiah, use our currency converter.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Bali?
Yes, an Indonesian visa. For tourism you can get a 30-day visa on arrival (500,000 rupiah) or apply online before you travel on the Indonesian immigration website.
How long can I stay in Bali on a visa on arrival?
30 days, single entry, extendable once for another 30 days at an immigration office in Indonesia (GOV.UK, State Department).
How much is the Bali tourist levy?
150,000 rupiah, paid online through the Love Bali portal or on arrival (GOV.UK, Love Bali).
What is the All Indonesia form?
A free online customs and health declaration, to be completed on the All Indonesia website or app within 72 hours before arrival (GOV.UK).
What passport validity do I need for Bali?
At least 6 months after the date you arrive, with at least 2 blank pages (GOV.UK, State Department).
Is a Bali visa the same as an Indonesia visa?
Yes. Bali is part of Indonesia, so the visa is Indonesian; the tourist levy is specific to Bali.
Our sources
- UK FCDO, Indonesia: entry requirements (GOV.UK, updated 18 September 2026), read 12 November 2026.
- U.S. Department of State, Indonesia country information (travel.state.gov, last updated July 9, 2026).
- Bali Provincial Government, Love Bali portal (lovebali.baliprov.go.id), tourist levy page, read 12 November 2026.
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026.