New Entry Requirements for Australians Traveling to Bali: All Indonesia Declaration Card Now Mandatory
Starting September 1, 2025, Australians traveling to Bali will need to comply with updated entry requirements that include completing a new online form known as the ‘All Indonesia’ declaration card. This new rule applies to all international passengers arriving at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali, as well as at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta and Juanda International Airport in Surabaya.
What is the ‘All Indonesia’ Declaration Card?
The ‘All Indonesia’ declaration card is an online form that travellers must complete prior to arrival. It consolidates previous separate health and customs declarations into one streamlined process. Travelers will be required to provide personal and travel information alongside health and customs declarations. Once submitted, the system generates a QR code that must be presented upon arrival in Indonesia.
Importantly, the form is free to complete and is intended to be filled out ideally within three days before traveling. The online submission of this declaration is now a prerequisite to applying for an e-Visa on Arrival (e-VOA). The Australian government’s travel advisory service, Smartraveller, advises that travelers complete the declaration before applying for the e-VOA.
Visa and Tourist Levy Information
Australians wishing to visit Bali must apply for an e-VOA online at least 48 hours before departure. If travelers do not apply ahead of time, they still have the option to obtain a Visa on Arrival at Denpasar Airport. Both visa options currently cost approximately $50 USD.
Additionally, Bali imposes a tourist levy of around $14 USD (150,000 Indonesian Rupiah). This fee can be paid online before the journey or upon arrival and is designated to fund sustainable tourism initiatives aimed at protecting Bali’s environment and cultural heritage.
Impact and Purpose of the New Measures
The implementation of the ‘All Indonesia’ declaration card is part of Indonesia’s broader strategy to better manage the large influx of tourists to the island. The government has introduced several measures in recent years, including stricter enforcement of local laws and appeals for visitors to explore regions beyond the popular holiday destination of Bali.
Indonesia’s Deputy Tourism Minister Ni Made Ayu Marthini has highlighted that the tourist levy funds sustainable tourism efforts. The government urges visitors, including Australians, to abide by local customs and regulations and has updated its official dos and don’ts list to guide travelers accordingly.
Future Expansion of the Requirement
From October 1, 2025, the ‘All Indonesia’ declaration card will become mandatory for all international airports across Indonesia, expanding the scope of this entry requirement nationwide.
What Travelers Should Do
- Complete the online ‘All Indonesia’ declaration card ideally within three days before departure.
- Apply for the e-Visa on Arrival online at least 48 hours prior to travel.
- Prepare to pay the tourist levy either online or upon arrival.
- Familiarize themselves with Bali’s official list of travel guidelines and local customs.
- Adhere to all health and customs requirements to ensure smooth entry.
These updated entry procedures aim to enhance the management of tourism flows in Indonesia while promoting a sustainable and respectful travel experience. Australians planning a trip to Bali should take note of these changes to avoid complications upon arrival.
For further travel advice, Australian travelers can consult the Smartraveller website and relevant Indonesian government resources ahead of their journey.
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