Visa on Arrival (VOA) has been given the green light for 23 registered nationalities that can fly directly to Bali since 7 March 2022. We are all glad that the VOA is finally back on track.
In order for your trip to Bali to run as smoothly as possible, it’s a good idea before you leave to find out whether the visa you are going to apply for is the right one for your time and needs.
Please find the latest updates per visa type below to help you choose the process that best suits your needs as you prepare for your next trip to Bali:
B211A VISA vs VISA ON ARRIVAL
B211A Visa | Visa On Arrival (VOA) | |
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Utility | Vacation and business trip purposes | Vacation/short visit purposes |
Validity | 60 days 4 extension possible x 30 days | 30 days ONLY 1 extension possible x 30 days |
Duration of Stay | Total of stay: 180 days | Total of stay: 60 days |
Replacement | You can switch to other visas, including KITAS without leaving Indonesia | After 60 days MUST leave Indonesia |
PCR Results | - PCR will be carried out upon arrival at the airport, if the results are negative then you are allowed to go to the mandatory hotel - On the 3rd day, you MUST do the PCR test again | - PCR will be carried out upon arrival at the airport, if the results are negative then you are allowed to go to the CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental sustainability) certified hotel - On the 3rd day, you MUST do the PCR test again |
Post-flight treatment | 1 day quarantine @ mandatory hotel | Quarantine-free for a direct flight to Bali only MUST show proof of booking payment from CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental sustainability) certified hotel min. 4 days of stay |
Post-flight placement | Hotel based on government mandatory hotel list – see the list here | Hotel based on CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental sustainability) certified hotel list – see the list here |
Activity restrictions | Bubble hotel: - Can use hotel facilities - Can’t go outside the hotel - Need to stay in the hotel for 1 day Non-bubble hotel: - Can’t go anywhere or outside the hotel room - Need to stay in the room for 1 day | - Can go anywhere outside the hotel and around Bali during the day - Need to sleep in the CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental sustainability) certified hotel for 4 days |
Acquire | Can be secured before the trip without long queues | Can only be purchased at Bali airport to the immigration office |
Entitled | Most nationalities can apply | Only 23 countries are allowed to apply |
Cost | Pricelist click here | - IDR 500,000 (buy upon arrival at the airport without extension) - IDR 850,000 (extension with our service) |
KITAS/KITAP vs VISA ON ARRIVAL
KITAS/KITAP | Visa On Arrival (VOA) | |
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Utility | Stay on a permanent or long-term basis | Vacation and business trip purposes |
Validity | KITAS: 4-5 extension x 1 year KITAP: 3-4 extension x 1-2 years | 1 extension x 30 days |
Duration of Stay | KITAS: depends on the type of theKITAS KITAP: depends on the validity of the passport | Total of stay: 60 days |
Replacement | Can switch to other visas without leaving | After 60 days MUST leave Indonesia |
PCR test | - PCR will be carried out upon arrival at the airport, if the results are negative then you are allowed to go to your house (domicile MUST be based on the arrival point) -On the 3rd day, you MUST do the PCR test again | - PCR will be carried out upon arrival at the airport, if the results are negative then you are allowed to go to the CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental sustainability) certified hotel - On the 3rd day, you MUST do the PCR test again |
Post-flight treatment | 1 day quarantine @ home (MUST show proof of the home address based on the arrival point) | Quarantine-freefor a direct flight to Bali only MUST show proof of booking payment from CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental sustainability) certified hotel min. 4 days of stay |
Post-flight placement | House or hotel based on government mandatory hotel list (if the address is different from the arrival point) – see the list here | Hotel based on CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental sustainability) certified hotel list – see the listhere |
Activity restrictions | House: Need to stay in the property for 1 day Hotel: Depends on what hotel you choose (bubble/non-bubble) | - Can go anywhere outside the hotel and around Bali during the day - Need to sleep in the CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental sustainability) certified hotel for 4 days |
Acquire | Can be secured before the trip without long queues | Can only be purchased at Bali airport |
Scope | Most nationalities can apply | Only 23 countries are allowed to apply |
Cost | Pricelist click here | - IDR500,000 (buy upon arrival at the airport without extension) - IDR850,000 (extension with our service) |
*For VOA & B211A: Check your preferred hotel for pick-up service upon arrival in Bali.
Newsflash – ALL of the mandatory hotels only sell three-day packages, so if you’re doing a one-day quarantine, you can go anywhere outside the hotel on the second and third days.