Current Bali Visa Requirements
Indian citizens holding an ordinary passport can enter Bali on Indonesia's B1 visa on arrival or an e-VOA, and the official information dated October 2026 sets the fee at IDR 500,000. The first stay is 30 days from entry, extendable once to 60 days in total. Work and study are not covered.
The Directorate General of Immigration lists India among its visa-on-arrival countries and identifies the B1 as a visitor visa on arrival. Indian ordinary passport holders are covered for a holiday visit, but the visa does not authorise work, study or other activity outside visitor status. Check the category against the purpose of your trip before you apply.
Two paths lead into Bali at Ngurah Rai International Airport. Without an e-VOA, you pay at the payment counter before immigration. Holders of an approved e-VOA go straight to the immigration counter and bypass the payment counter.
Bali visa requirements India travellers should know include a passport valid for at least six months from arrival, an onward ticket, the IDR 500,000 payment and the electronic arrival card. The official sources do not state a fixed processing time, so complete the e-VOA well before your flight.
Eligibility in the reviewed information applies to ordinary passports. Check the passport type printed on your cover before you pay anything, and read the B1 page of the Directorate General of Immigration if you are unsure about your category.
At a glance
Bali, in brief
The B1 Visa on Arrival allows a 30-day stay from the date of entry, extendable once to 60 days, and an e-VOA must be used within 90 days of issue. The fee is IDR 500,000, roughly INR 2,700 to 2,800 on a dated estimate. Check the amount on the official portal before paying.
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- Visa Type
- B1 Visa on Arrival (visitor visa), or e-VOA applied for onlineListed for Indian ordinary passport holders in the reviewed official information.
- Maximum Stay
- 30 days from entry, extendable once to 60 days in totalThe stay counts from the entry date. The extension needs approval and payment.
- Validity
- The e-VOA must be used within 90 days of issueValidity is the window to enter, not the length of stay.
- Entries
- Not stated in the reviewed sourcesCheck the entry type shown on your e-VOA or receipt.
- Fee
- IDR 500,000 (approximately USD 30 to 32)Approximately INR 2,700 to 2,800. This INR conversion is a dated estimate as at October 2026, and the exchange rate and payment provider change it.
- Processing Time
- No fixed time guaranteed by the official sourcesAirport waits are about 15 to 60 minutes in ordinary conditions, and longer at peak times.
e-VOA or Visa on Arrival: Which Bali Route to Choose
Apply for the e-VOA before departure if you want to skip the payment counter at Ngurah Rai International Airport, and choose the Visa on Arrival if you would rather pay after landing. Both cost IDR 500,000 and both end at the immigration officer's desk, where entry is decided.
e-VOA applied for online before travel
Best forTravellers whose passport, ticket and dates are final and who want to finish payment and data entry at home.
StrengthsApproved e-VOA holders go straight to the immigration counter and bypass the payment counter. Online payment accepts eligible Visa, Mastercard or JCB cards.
Trade-offsPassport details must be entered exactly, and the fee is generally non-refundable if they are wrong. No fixed processing time is promised, and the e-VOA must be used within 90 days of issue.
Visa on Arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport
Best forTravellers who decided late or who prefer to pay after landing.
StrengthsNo advance online application is needed. Payment is made at the payment counter before immigration.
Trade-offsYou join a payment queue before the immigration queue. Ordinary waits are about 15 to 60 minutes and can be longer at peak arrival times, and counter payment methods depend on availability.
If your flight lands during a peak arrival period, the e-VOA removes one queue because approved holders go straight to immigration. The immigration check itself still applies to both routes.
A practical rule for a Bali e-visa India application: once your flights and passport are settled, apply well before departure, since the official sources give no fixed processing time. Choose the airport counter only if you are comfortable carrying a card and some rupiah for payment on arrival.
How to Apply for Bali Visa
You can apply for the e-VOA on the official Indonesian portal before departure, or take the Visa on Arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport after landing. Both routes end with an immigration check in Bali, where your passport, onward ticket and payment receipt are presented. Six steps cover the full sequence.
- Gather your documents
Confirm that your ordinary Indian passport is valid for at least six months from arrival in Indonesia. Have a confirmed return or onward ticket and your hotel or accommodation details ready.
- Choose the official route
Apply for the e-VOA at the official Indonesian Immigration e-visa portal, or plan to use the Visa on Arrival counter at Ngurah Rai International Airport. Avoid unofficial third-party websites.
- Pay IDR 500,000
Pay the B1 fee of IDR 500,000 on the portal with an eligible Visa, Mastercard or JCB card, or at the airport counter where payment is accepted. Save the e-visa or payment receipt.
- Submit the arrival card
Complete the electronic arrival card within three days before your arrival through the official Indonesian immigration system linked from the portal. Keep the confirmation with your passport.
- Keep track of your application
Keep the e-VOA confirmation and receipt together, and note the 90-day use-by date from the issue date. The reviewed sources do not describe a separate tracking number, so the confirmation email and receipt are your reference.
- Receive the entry decision
At the immigration checkpoint at Ngurah Rai International Airport, the officer decides entry. Expect a queue, since the reviewed data gives roughly 15 to 60 minutes in ordinary conditions. Your 30-day stay starts on the date of entry.
The reviewed official sources describe no appointment step and no application centre for either route. For how to apply Bali visa India travellers can follow, the six steps run from documents to the entry decision. The e-VOA part can be completed from home, while the airport route is completed after landing.
Open the official portal yourself rather than following an advertisement or a forwarded link. Type your name, passport number and expiry date exactly as they appear on the biodata page, then check the summary screen before you press pay.
Document Checklist
Carry an ordinary Indian passport valid for at least six months from arrival, a confirmed return or onward ticket, the IDR 500,000 payment or approved e-VOA, the arrival card confirmation and your accommodation details. Each item below lists its specification, where to get it and the usual error.
Ordinary Indian passport
Must be an ordinary passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Indonesia. Check the expiry date against your arrival date, not your departure date.
Where to get it: Passport Seva or the passport issuing office in IndiaCommon mistake: Counting six months from the booking date, or travelling on a passport close to expiry.
Return or onward ticket
A confirmed ticket showing departure from Indonesia within your permitted stay. The airline or immigration officer may request it.
Where to get it: Your airline or booking agentCommon mistake: Carrying an unticketed hold booking, which many officers will not accept as proof of onward travel.
B1 payment or approved e-VOA
IDR 500,000 for the B1 visa. Online payment accepts eligible Visa, Mastercard or JCB cards. Keep the e-VOA or payment receipt.
Where to get it: The official Indonesian Immigration e-visa portal, or the Visa on Arrival payment counterCommon mistake: Paying on a third-party website that adds charges or gives inaccurate details.
Electronic arrival card
Submit within three days before arrival through the official Indonesian immigration system. Keep the confirmation.
Where to get it: Official Indonesian immigration arrival-card system linked from the e-visa portalCommon mistake: Submitting too early, outside the three-day window, or leaving it until you land.
Accommodation and itinerary details
Your hotel booking, full address, contact number and a simple day-by-day itinerary. Officers may ask for these during inspection.
Where to get it: Your hotel or booking confirmationCommon mistake: Carrying a hotel name with no address or contact number.
Proof of funds (precaution)
The reviewed official sources do not list a financial evidence requirement for the B1. Carry a bank card and some cash or recent statements so you can answer questions on your means of support.
Where to get it: Your bank or card issuerCommon mistake: Relying on a single card that may be declined abroad.
Passport photograph (if the form asks)
The reviewed sources do not specify photo requirements for the e-VOA. If the form asks for a photo, upload a recent image that matches your passport.
Where to get it: Your own recent photograph, taken to the portal's upload requirementsCommon mistake: Uploading a photo that does not resemble the passport holder or is taken from an unofficial source.
Keep digital and printed copies of each item, since the immigration officer may ask for the ticket or accommodation details during inspection. Some items, such as photographs and proof of funds, are not specified in the reviewed sources, so they are listed as precautions rather than requirements.
Save the e-VOA confirmation and arrival card confirmation on your phone, and print a copy of each before you leave India. Mobile signal and battery life at the arrivals hall at Ngurah Rai International Airport are not something to rely on when an officer asks for a document.
Cost Breakdown
The official B1 fee is IDR 500,000, about INR 2,700 to 2,800 on a dated estimate, paid per person. The reviewed sources show no separate application centre or courier fee for the e-VOA or the airport route. Insurance and any extension fee are separate costs.
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| B1 Visa on Arrival or e-VOA fee | IDR 500,000 (approximately INR 2,700 to 2,800; approximately USD 30 to 32)Per person, single B1 visa | Dated estimate as at October 2026. Exchange rate and payment provider change the INR figure. |
| e-VOA service or application fee | Not stated in the reviewed sourcesPer application | Confirm on the portal before paying. |
| Airport counter payment | Same IDR 500,000 feePer person | Counter payment methods depend on counter availability. |
| Application centre fee | Not applicableNot applicable | The reviewed routes do not involve a third-party application centre. |
| Courier | Not applicableNot applicable | The e-VOA is electronic and the airport route needs no courier. |
| Travel insurance (optional) | Not quoted in the reviewed sourcesPer traveller | Premium depends on the insurer, age, trip length and level of cover. |
| Extension for a further 30 days (optional) | Not stated in the reviewed sources; payment requiredPer person | Approval and payment go through Indonesian Immigration. |
| Estimated total for the initial visa (government fee only) | IDR 500,000 (approximately INR 2,700 to 2,800) | |
Convert the rupee figure on the day you pay, since the amounts here are estimates for 2026. Each passport holder pays the fee separately, and your card issuer may add its own foreign-transaction charges, so ask the bank before you pay online.
Flights, accommodation and activities are priced separately and fall outside the visa budget. The visa fee in the table is the only government charge confirmed in the reviewed sources.
Common Bali Visa Mistakes
Six avoidable problems can stop an Indian traveller at airline check-in or at Ngurah Rai immigration: a passport with under six months of validity, no onward ticket, wrong e-VOA details, an unofficial application site, using the B1 for work, and overstaying. Each has a simple fix before you fly.
- Passport with less than six months of validity from the arrival date
How to avoid itRenew before booking or before applying. The airline may deny boarding, or immigration may refuse entry.
- No confirmed return or onward ticket
How to avoid itHold a confirmed ticket departing Indonesia within the permitted stay. Carry a printed and a phone copy, since the airline or officer may ask for it.
- Passport details entered incorrectly on the e-VOA
How to avoid itCopy each detail exactly from the passport biodata page before paying. The fee is generally non-refundable, and a new application may be needed.
- Applying through an unofficial third-party website
How to avoid itUse the official Indonesian Immigration portal and official Indonesian Immigration sites only. Unofficial sites can add charges, give inaccurate information and carry fraud risk.
- Using the B1 visitor visa for work, study or other unauthorised activity
How to avoid itApply for the category that covers the activity before travel. Breaching visa conditions can cause problems under Indonesian immigration law.
- Overstaying the 30-day initial stay
How to avoid itNote the date 30 days after entry, and apply for the single extension before that date. Overstaying can bring fines and immigration problems.
These problems usually surface at the airline check-in or the immigration counter, when correcting them is hardest. Check each item the week before departure and again before you board.
The two errors that cost the most time are passport validity and wrong e-VOA details, because neither can be repaired at the airport. Compare the passport expiry date with your arrival date today, and read your e-VOA entries against the biodata page once more before you travel.
What to Expect at Bali Immigration
Expect an immigration check at Ngurah Rai International Airport, where the officer reviews your passport, onward ticket and visa or payment receipt. The initial stay is 30 days from entry and can be extended once to 60 days in total, with approval and payment required before the first 30 days end.
- Extend once, and apply in advance
One 30-day extension takes the total maximum to 60 days. Apply through Indonesian Immigration or the official e-visa channel before the initial stay expires, because the extension is not automatic.
Extension - Record your stay expiry date
Note the date 30 days after your entry as soon as you land. The stay runs from entry, not from the day the e-VOA was issued.
Limits - Enter within the 90-day window
An e-VOA must be used within 90 days of issue. If it is not used in that window, it expires and a new application may be needed.
Validity - Time the arrival card correctly
Submit the electronic arrival card within three days before arrival. Filing outside that window can create avoidable problems at the counter.
Arrival card - Carry more than one payment option
Online payment accepts eligible Visa, Mastercard or JCB cards. Airport counter methods depend on availability, so carry a card and some rupiah where you can.
Fees - Work and study are not covered
The B1 is a visitor visa. If your Bali trip includes paid work, study or other activity beyond a visit, apply for the correct category before you travel.
Eligibility - Check the rules close to your travel date
The reviewed information is dated October 2026. Recheck the B1 page and the e-visa portal shortly before you fly, and do not apply rules from other countries or older guides.
Currency
Without an e-VOA, the order at Ngurah Rai International Airport is the payment counter first and the immigration counter second. With an approved e-VOA, go directly to immigration. The reviewed data gives about 15 to 60 minutes for ordinary waits, so keep your documents in one folder and your passport out of your checked bag.
Extension rules are narrow, so plan the extension before you need it. The notes below cover the limits and channels for travellers who want to stay beyond the first 30 days.
Insurance
The reviewed official sources do not list travel insurance as a condition for the Bali B1 visa, so it is optional for entry. Insurance still matters for medical costs, trip interruption and lost baggage. Check that any policy names Indonesia and covers your full trip dates.
- Mandatory for entry
- Not listed in the reviewed sourcesNot a visa condition based on the reviewed official information.
- Recommended
- Yes, for medical and trip coverThis is general travel advice, not an official requirement.
- Practical cover
- Medical treatment, trip interruption, delayed or lost baggageConfirm sub-limits and exclusions in the policy wording.
- Destination check
- The policy should name Indonesia or BaliInsurers vary, so confirm covered territories in writing.
- Premium
- Not quoted in the reviewed sourcesDepends on age, trip length and level of cover.
- Choosing a provider
- Compare Indian insurers directlyTripstor does not endorse a provider in this guide.
Read the policy's medical limits, exclusions and claims steps, and keep receipts for any treatment abroad. Compare the Indonesia cover for each Indian insurer in writing before you pay, because the reviewed data does not confirm any provider's terms.
If you may use the single extension to reach 60 days, check that the policy end date covers the longer stay. Buying cover for 30 days and then extending the visa leaves the extra days uninsured.
Official Sources
The authoritative references for Bali entry are the Directorate General of Immigration pages for the B1 visa and the e-visa portal, plus the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in New Delhi for consular queries. The reviewed data is dated 31 October 2026, so recheck before you travel.
Directorate General of Immigration, B1 visa information
Official description of the B1 Visa on Arrival, including the IDR 500,000 fee, the 30-day stay and the single extension to 60 days.
Where to get it: Directorate General of Immigration, foreigner visa section of the Indonesian immigration websiteCommon mistake: Relying on an older screenshot or a forum summary.
Indonesian Immigration e-visa portal
The official channel for the e-VOA application, online payment and the electronic arrival card.
Where to get it: Directorate General of Immigration e-visa portalCommon mistake: Using a lookalike site that asks for extra fees.
Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, New Delhi
Consular contact for questions about Indonesian visas. The current address and phone number were not verified in the reviewed data.
Where to get it: The Embassy's official listing through Indonesia's Ministry of Foreign AffairsCommon mistake: Assuming an address in an old guide is still current.
Indian diplomatic contact for Bali
Contact details were not verified in the reviewed data, so confirm the current Indian mission listing for Indonesia before travel.
Where to get it: Indian government's official mission listingsCommon mistake: Calling an unofficial number listed on a travel site.
Bilateral agreements
No bilateral visa exemption applies in the reviewed data. Indian ordinary passport holders are listed for the Visa on Arrival and the e-VOA.
Where to get it: Directorate General of Immigration visa listCommon mistake: Assuming a visa-free entry without checking the current list.
Editorial review date
The reviewed source data is dated 31 October 2026. Recheck the fee, stay and portal steps close to your travel date.
Where to get it: Tripstor travel editorial team, reviewed set of official pagesCommon mistake: Treating the review date as a guarantee of current rules.
The 31 October 2026 date is the editorial review date of the reviewed source data, not an independent check by a third party. Fees, stay limits and portal steps can change, so confirm them on the official channels before you pay.
Where this guide and an official page differ, follow the official page. Prepared by Tripstor's travel editorial team for the 2026 edition, this page summarises the reviewed material and does not replace the Indonesian authorities.
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Ask a specialistWhat are the visa requirements for Indian citizens visiting Bali?
Indian ordinary passport holders can enter Bali on Indonesia's B1 Visa on Arrival or an e-VOA applied for before travel. You need a passport valid for at least six months from arrival, a return or onward ticket, the IDR 500,000 payment or approved e-VOA, and the electronic arrival card submitted within three days before arrival.
Do Indians need a visa for Bali?
Yes. Indian ordinary passport holders need a B1 visa, obtained as a Visa on Arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport or as an e-VOA before travel. The reviewed official information lists India for the visa-on-arrival route and shows no bilateral visa exemption, so visa-free entry should not be assumed.
How long does a Bali visa take for Indians?
The official sources do not promise a fixed processing time. The e-VOA is handled electronically on the Indonesian portal, while the airport route depends on the queue at the counter and immigration. Ordinary airport waits are described as about 15 to 60 minutes, and peak arrival periods can take longer.
Which documents should I carry for a Bali visa from India?
Carry an ordinary passport valid for at least six months from arrival, a confirmed return or onward ticket, proof of the IDR 500,000 payment or approved e-VOA, and the arrival card confirmation. Keep your hotel address and contact details too, because the immigration officer may ask for them during inspection.
Is Bali visa on arrival available for Indians?
Yes, eligible Indian ordinary passport holders can obtain the B1 Visa on Arrival at the payment counter before immigration at Ngurah Rai International Airport. Passengers with an approved e-VOA skip that counter and go straight to immigration. Bring your passport, onward ticket and payment receipt.
How much is the Bali visa for Indians in 2026?
The official B1 fee is IDR 500,000 per person, roughly INR 2,700 to 2,800 on a dated estimate that depends on the exchange rate and payment provider. The reviewed data gives approximately USD 30 to 32. Confirm the amount on the official portal before you pay, because the rupee figure will change.
How many days can Indians stay in Bali on a visa?
The B1 permits an initial stay of up to 30 days from the date of entry. One extension of 30 days takes the total maximum to 60 days, subject to approval and payment. Visa validity is a separate matter, since an e-VOA must be used within 90 days of issue.
Can I extend my Bali visa beyond 30 days?
Yes, but only once. Apply through Indonesian Immigration or the official e-visa channel before the initial 30-day stay expires, and pay the extension fee. Extensions are not automatic, and overstaying can bring fines and immigration problems, so record your entry date from the moment you land.
Can Indians apply for a Bali e-visa online from India?
Yes, the e-VOA can be applied for on the official Indonesian Immigration e-visa portal before departure. Enter passport details exactly as printed, pay IDR 500,000 by an eligible card, submit the arrival card within three days of arrival, and keep the receipt. Avoid third-party sites that add charges.
Can I work or study in Bali on a B1 visa?
No. The B1 is a visitor visa and does not authorise work, study or other activity outside visitor status. If your trip involves paid work or a course, apply for the correct visa category before travel, because breaching visa conditions can cause problems under Indonesian immigration law.
Is travel insurance compulsory for the Bali visa?
The reviewed official sources do not list travel insurance as a condition for the B1 visa, so it is not a stated entry requirement. Cover for medical costs and baggage is still sensible. Make sure the policy names Indonesia and runs through your last travel day, including any extension.
Do I need to submit an arrival card for Bali?
Yes, the electronic arrival card is submitted within three days before arrival through the official Indonesian immigration system linked from the e-visa portal. Filing outside that window can cause avoidable problems at the counter, so complete it once your flights are final and keep the confirmation with your passport.