Visa Guide for Traveling to Bali with Family

When travelling to Bali as a family, remember that every traveller, including babies, must have their own passport and their own visa or entry permit. Indonesia does not allow children to enter under a parent’s visa. Each family member must apply individually for the appropriate visa.

1. Visa Options for Families

Short-term stay (30–60 days): eVOA

• Eligibility: Citizens of eligible countries can obtain this visa at the airport.
• Duration: 30 days
• Extension: once for another 30 days (you can follow step-by-step guide on how to extend a Bali VoA to ensure a smooth process).
• Application: Apply online through the official e-Visa portal before your departure.
• Requirements: Passport valid for at least 6 months, return or onward ticket, and the visa fee.

Long-term stay (up to 180 days): Visa C1 / 211A

• Eligibility: Available to citizens of any country and can be applied for online before you travel.
• Duration: 60 days,
• Extension: two possible extensions of 60 days each (for a total of up to 180 days).
• Application: Apply online through the official e-Visa portal before your departure.
• Requirements: Passport with at least 6 months validity, a passport photo, and personal details.
• For applicants who require supporting documents, you may also need a sponsor or a guarantor.

Families planning to stay several months in Bali may also want to understand what long-term life in Bali looks like

2. Entry Requirements for Families

General Requirements for Adults and Children

• Passport validity: Minimum 6 months from date of arrival, with at least 2 blank pages per traveller (including babies).
• Return/onward ticket: Immigration may ask for proof you’ll leave Indonesia (flight home or to another country) for each family member.
• Accommodation details: Have your hotel/villa address and booking confirmation ready.
• Funds: Be prepared to show proof of sufficient funds (bank card/statement), especially for longer stays.
• Children & teens: Each child needs their own passport and their own visa or visa-free entry. If only one parent is travelling, it’s wise to carry a consent letter from the other parent plus a birth certificate/family book to avoid airline or border issues.

Visa on Arrival (VoA) at the Airport

• Available to 97 nationalities for tourism and family visits.
• Official site: https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/
• Valid for 30 days, extendable once for another 30 days (max 60 days total).
• Same fee for adults and children (IDR 500,000 per person).
• Process at Bali (DPS):
  • Go to VoA payment counter, pay for each family member.
  • Proceed to immigration desk with the receipts.
• To avoid queues with kids, families can instead apply for e-VOA online before travelling.

If you want a hassle-free option, Visa BaliEasy can help handle the e-VOA for your whole family, check all documents, and ensure everything is approved before you fly, so you can skip airport queues and go straight to immigration.

Bali Tourist Levy

• All foreign tourists, including children, must pay a Bali Tourist Levy of IDR 150,000 per person per visit.
• Official site: https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/
• Can be paid:
  • Online in advance via the official Love Bali website/app, or
  • At levy counters in Bali (airport and some ports).
• Keep the QR code or receipt accessible; officers may scan it on arrival or during checks.

All Indonesia Arrival Card

• All Indonesia Arrival Card is a digital arrival card combining customs and health declarations, required for most international arrivals to Indonesia.
• Official site: https://allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id/
• Fill it in online within 72 hours before arrival for each traveller (parents can submit on behalf of their children).
• You’ll receive a QR code after submission, screenshot or print it for all family members.
• You may be asked to show this QR code at customs/health checkpoints after baggage claim.

3. Updated Visa Rules for Tourists in Bali

Indonesia has recently updated several visa procedures, and families should always check the latest official information before travelling. Here are the key changes made in 2024-2025:

• Hybrid Visa Extensions:
  Extending a VoA/e-VOA or other visit visas now requires a two-step process:
  1. Online registration,
  2. In-person biometrics (photo & fingerprints) at an Immigration Office. This applies to all ages, including children.

Make sure to extend your visa before it expires, as Indonesia strictly enforces penalties for overstaying.

• e-VOA Encouraged (Group Applications Available):
  Families can submit e-VOA for up to 5 people online, making arrival faster and avoiding VoA payment queues.
• Mandatory All Indonesia Arrival Card:
  A new digital declaration (customs + health) must be completed within 72 hours before arrival for every traveller. Each person receives a QR code for inspection.
• Bali Tourist Levy Strictly Enforced:
  IDR 150,000 per entry applies to all foreign visitors, including infants. Families should pay via the official Love Bali platform and keep the QR code ready.

4. Family Travel Tips

Best Areas to Stay for Families

• Sanur: Calm sea, paved beachfront path for strollers, lots of mid-range hotels and villas, and a quieter, local feel. Great for younger kids and early nights.
• Nusa Dua & Tanjung Benoa: Gated resort area with clean beaches, lifeguards, kids’ clubs, and big international hotels. Ideal if you want a “stay in the resort, relax by the pool” style holiday.
• Jimbaran: Wide, swimmable bay, sunset seafood dinners on the sand, and a slower pace than Kuta/Legian. Good if you want beach time near the airport without heavy nightlife.
• Ubud (central Bali): Rice fields, temples, culture and nature rather than beach. Many family villas with pools and easy access to day trips (waterfalls, rafting, rice terraces).

Areas You May Want to Avoid

• Kuta & Legian (central areas): Busy, noisy, heavy nightlife, more street hassle.
• Party zones of Seminyak & Canggu: Beach clubs, loud music, dense traffic; not ideal for young kids, though fine for short visits.

5. How Visa BaliEasy Can Help Your Family

Fast and Easy Application Support

We handle the entire visa process for you, from choosing the correct visa type to submitting the online application. This is especially helpful for families with children, where preparing multiple visas at once can be time-consuming.

Document Checking Before Submission

Our team reviews all passports, photos, flight details, and supporting documents to ensure everything is accurate before submission. This minimizes the risk of delays or rejection, and keeps your family’s travel plans on schedule.

Assistance for Visa Extensions During Your Stay

Staying longer than planned? We guide you through VoA/e-VOA extensions and longer-stay options. We make the process as smooth as possible so your family can focus on enjoying Bali.

Responsive Customer Support via WhatsApp and Email

If you have questions before or during your trip, our team replies quickly through WhatsApp or email. Whether you need help with your application, entry requirements, or extension steps, we’re ready to assist your family every day.