Spend your summer holiday in beautiful Bali with this helpful travel guide!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Be a responsible traveler! All information on this post is accurate from the time of writing. Rules, regulations, and guidelines are updated frequently and may change without Klook’s prior notice. For your safety, check with the respective destination directly before your travels.
Pack your sunscreen and swimsuits because travel to Bali is now open! After almost two years of delayed reopenings, Bali finally junked quarantine requirements for their pilot program launched last 8 Mar. Tourists can now enjoy the islands’ stunning beaches, temple ruins, and boho neighbourhoods once again. The best part? You can also jet off to the rest of Indonesia starting 23 Mar!
You’re probably bursting with questions right now, so allow us to answer them all in this travel guide. Keep this bookmarked for future Bali travel updates:
Who can travel to Bali?
Starting 8 Mar, international tourists can now enter Bali with a VoA (Visa upon Arrival) as long as they are passport holders of the following countries:
- Australia
- Argentina
- Belgia
- Brazil
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- Canada
- China
- Denmark
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Hungary
- India
- Italy
- Japan
- Laos
- Malaysia
- Mexico
- Myanmar
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Norwegia
- Poland
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- South Africa
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- The Philippines
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- UAE
- UK
- USA
- Vietnam
At the moment, only fully-vaccinated tourists are allowed to enter Bali. Their last dose must be administered at least 14 days prior to departure to be eligible for entry. Meanwhile, tourists who are not from the listed 42 countries may still visit Bali with an e-visa procured before departure.
What are the entry requirements for Bali?
If you are originating from one of the 23 countries eligible for VoA, congrats! Here’s all you need to present upon arrival at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport:
- A passport valid for at least 6 months
- A return ticket or a flight ticket to another country
- Vaccine card or certificate showing proof of full dose and/or booster shot
- Filled up Indonesian e-HAC and PeduliLindungi app
- Confirmed booking at a CHSE hotel or accommodation
- Travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage with a minimum worth of USD25,000
- [UPDATED] Bali tourism levy or travel tax worth 150,000 rupiah (US$10) per person.
How to use the PeduliLindungi app
The PeduliLindungi app is Indonesia’s contact tracing app that indicates a user’s vaccination status and COVID-19 test results. Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use it:
Step 1: Register at https://www.pedulilindungi.id/register. Foreign applicants will be verified by their respective embassies, so keep your eyes peeled for approval sent via email.
Step 2: Download the app via Google Play Store or App Store.
Step 3: Create an account by providing all the necessary information.
Step 4: Verify your account by using the OTP sent to your number.
Step 5: Upload your vaccination certificate.
The app has a lot of features perfect for the new normal. Besides being able to upload your proof of vaccination, you can also use its Digital Passport to use public transportation. It’s also linked to COVID-19 testing labs so that your test results will automatically appear in the app. The e-HAC or Electronic Health Alert Card is integrated into the app as well, making it easier for users to provide necessary documents when entering Bali and the rest of Indonesia.
What to expect upon arrival in Bali?
Once you have your VoA, you’ll be asked to undergo another RT-PCR test. This is an additional screening protocol required for all international tourists arriving in Bali. The test will be linked to your PeduliLindungi app, so make sure you book one from affiliated laboratories.
Travelers are required to stay in their hotel or accommodation until they receive their test result. If you get a negative result, you’re allowed to enjoy Bali to the fullest. But if you test positive, you must stay in isolation hotels or centralized isolation facilities until you recover.
How long can I stay in Bali?
The VoA entitles tourists to a 30-day stay on the island, which can be extended once for another 30 days.
Can I travel outside Bali?
Yes, as long as you test negative for COVID-19 and comply to the health protocols of your destination.
Bali Travel Tips
Here are some things to keep in mind for a safe and fun travel experience in Bali:
- Maintain social distancing and mask-wearing. Bali requires the public to wear masks, even in private vehicles and indoor locations.
- Keep your PeduliLindungi app while in Bali. Besides using it to present your RT-PCR test results, you can also use it to check in to commercial spaces such as supermarkets, malls, restaurants, public transportations, and tourist attractions.
