Bali Entry Requirements for New Zealand Visitors

Getting a Bali visa for New Zealand citizens is actually pretty straightforward, but there are still a few rules that catch people out every year.

I’ve helped thousands of Kiwis plan their Bali holidays, and the same questions always come up. Which visa do I need? Can I stay longer than 30 days? Do I apply online or at the airport?

Here’s everything you need to know, including visa options, costs, NZ passport requirements, visa extensions, and the latest 2026 entry rules for Bali.

Bali Visa for New Zealand Citizens

For a Bali trip from New Zealand, you’ll need a visit to enter the island and the rest of Indonesia.

The good news is that the visa process is pretty straightforward and can be completed online before you fly out of Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch.

For a standard Bali trip of up to 30 days, you’ll normally use the B1 Tourist Visa, commonly called the Electronic Visa on Arrival, or e-VOA.

As of 2026, the standard fee for Kiwis visiting Bali is IDR 500,000, which is roughly NZD 50. The visa itself is simple enough, but you’ll also need to complete a few other online entry requirements before arriving.

Official 2026 Bali Entry Checklist for Kiwis

Aside from the actual Bali visa for New Zealand passports, make sure you have these five things sorted before flying to Bali:

• Valid New Zealand passport: Your NZ passport must have at least 6 months validity from the day you arrive in Bali and at least one completely blank page.
• Approved B1 e-VOA: Apply only through the official Indonesian immigration website at evisa.imigrasi.go.id. Save the approval PDF to your phone.
• Arrival Card QR Code: This online form combines customs, health, and immigration into one submission. It must be completed within 72 hours before your flight lands.
• Bali Tourist Tax Receipt: Bali charges a tourist levy of IDR 150,000 (around NZD 15) per person, including children. Paying online before you arrive is recommended because you’ll receive a digital receipt and avoid unnecessary delays.
• Proof of onward travel: You may be asked to show a return ticket to New Zealand or an onward ticket to another country within your initial 30-day visa period.

⚠️ Important: Only use official Indonesian government websites ending in .go.id. Copycat websites often appear in Google and charge unnecessary processing fees, sometimes two or three times the official price.

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Types of Bali Visa for New Zealand Citizens

If you’re heading to Bali for a holiday from New Zealand, you don’t need to worry about complicated business visas or digital nomad permits.

For almost every Kiwi travelling to Bali in 2026, there are just three tourist visa options worth knowing about.

Options for Bali Visa for New Zealand Passports

Visa Option	Best For	Initial Stay	Extendable?
B1 e-VOA (Electronic Visa on Arrival)	Holidays under 60 days	30 Days	Yes (one extra 30-day extension)
Standard Visa on Arrival (VOA)	Last-minute trips or if you couldn’t apply online	30 Days	Yes (requires visiting immigration)
C1 Tourist Visa (60-Day Pre-Arrival Visa)	Holidays between 31 and 60 days	60 Days	Yes (up to 180 days total)

1. B1 Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VOA): Recommended

This is the visa option I recommend for almost every New Zealander visiting Bali. Apply through the official immigration website before you fly, pay online, and you’ll receive a PDF visa before departure.

• Perks: Skip the visa payment queues after landing and head straight towards immigration. If you’re eligible to use the automated Smart Gates, you can often be through the airport in under 30 seconds.
• Extensions: If you decide to stay longer, you can extend your visa online for another 30 days without needing to visit an immigration office.

2. Standard Physical Visa on Arrival (VOA)

If you missed the chance to apply online for your Bali visa for New Zealand passport, you can still buy a standard VOA after landing at Bali Airport

• Process: Pay IDR 500,000 in cash (NZD, USD and other major currencies are usually accepted) or by card. Your visa sticker will then be placed in your passport.
• Downside: You’ll need to queue to pay, then queue again for immigration. If you later want to extend your stay, you’ll also need to deal with the local immigration office instead of doing everything online.

3. 60-Day Tourist Visa (C1 Index)

If you’re planning to spend more than 30 days in Bali, this is usually the better option. Instead of arriving on a 30-day visa and extending it, you start with a full 60-day stay.

• Perks: You get 60 days from the moment you enter Indonesia, which means you won’t need to organise an extension halfway through your holiday.
• Extensions: The C1 Visa can be extended while you’re in Indonesia, allowing stays of up to 180 days in total.

⚠️ Important: All three Bali visa options are strictly for tourism only. They don’t allow New Zealanders to work, earn income from an Indonesian source, or run a business while you’re in Bali.

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Bali Visa Costs for Kiwis

Working out the overall budget for a Bali visa for New Zealand citizens is pretty straightforward because the official visa fees are fixed by the Indonesian government.

The total you pay depends on which visa option you choose and whether you apply online before you fly or after landing.

Official Bali Visa Fees 2026

Visa Type	Official Cost (IDR)	Approx. Cost (NZD)	Payment
B1 e-VOA (30 Days)	IDR 500,000	~$52 NZD	Online before departure
Standard VOA (30 Days)	IDR 500,000	~$52 NZD	At Bali Airport
C1 Tourist Visa (60 Days)	IDR 1,500,000	~$155 NZD	Online before departure

👉 Read my Bali Travel Costs guide to see exactly how much your trip will cost, from visas to villas and everything in between.

Cost of Extending Your Bali Visa

If you stay longer than 30 days, you’ll need to pay for a visa extension.

• Online extension (B1 e-VOA): Costs IDR 500,000 (around NZD 52). Everything can be completed through the official immigration website, so you won’t pay any agent fees.
• Physical VOA extension: If you entered Bali using a standard Visa on Arrival, extending it is more expensive and takes more effort. Most people either visit immigration several times or pay a local visa agent. Expect to pay anywhere from IDR 1,000,000 to IDR 1,500,000 (around NZD 100 to 150) once service fees are included.

Credit Card Fees and Hidden Costs

The official visa prices are fixed, but your New Zealand bank can still add a few extra dollars through currency conversion and processing fees.

• Payment gateway fees: The Indonesian payment system may add a small card processing fee, usually around 2% to 3%.
• Bank exchange rate: Most New Zealand banks add their own foreign currency conversion margin, which is usually around 2.5% to 3% on top of the exchange rate.
• Paying at Bali Airport: If you buy a physical Visa on Arrival and pay by card, your bank may offer to charge you in New Zealand dollars instead of Indonesian Rupiah. Always choose to pay in IDR. This avoids Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC), which almost always gives you a worse exchange rate.

I recommend using a multi-currency travel card like Wise. It uses the live exchange rate with very low fees, which usually works out cheaper than paying with a standard New Zealand bank card.

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New Zealand Passport Requirements for Bali

If you’re applying for a Bali visa for New Zealand citizens, you needs to meet the standard passport requirements for Bali.

Even if you’re eligible for a visa, an invalid or damaged New Zealand passport can stop you from boarding your flight or entering Indonesia.

Before applying in 2026, make sure your New Zealand passport:

• Has at least six months validity from the date you arrive in Bali.
• Has at least one blank page available for immigration.
• Is in good condition, with no water damage, torn pages, peeling laminate or damage to the photo page.
• Matches the details entered on your Bali visa application, including your full name, passport number and expiry date.
• Will remain valid for your entire stay, especially if you plan to extend your visa in Bali.

The six-month rule is based on your arrival date in Indonesia, not the date you leave New Zealand or fly home.

If you’re renewing your passport before your trip, do it before applying for your visa. Your Bali visa for New Zealand is linked to the passport number used during the application, so changing passports afterwards can create unnecessary delays.

💡 My advice: Spend two minutes checking your passport before you submit your visa application. Confirm the expiry date, inspect it for damage, and make sure every detail matches exactly. It’s a simple check that can save a lot of stress later.

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Bali 60-Day Visa Options for Kiwis

If you’re planning to stay in Bali for more than 30 days but less than 60 days, you’ve got two good visa options.

Which one is best depends on whether you want to organise everything before you fly or keep the application process as simple as possible.

Both options are completely legal and give you up to 60 days in Bali, but they work a little differently.

Compare Your 60-Day Bali Visa Options

Option	How It Works	Best For
C1 Tourist Visa	Receive a 60-day visa before you leave New Zealand	Longer holidays where everything is organised before departure
B1 e-VOA and extend it	Enter on a 30-day visa, then extend it online for another 30 days	Most holidays lasting between 31 and 60 days

Option 1: Apply for a 60-Day C1 Tourist Visa

The C1 Tourist Visa gives you the full 60 days from the moment you arrive in Bali from New Zealand.

I usually recommend this if you already know you’ll be staying for close to two months and you’d rather not worry about extending your visa during your holiday.

If you’re comparing every Bali visa for New Zealand citizens, this is the option designed for longer stays from day one. A few things to know:

• Apply before leaving New Zealand through the official Indonesian immigration website.
• The visa is valid for 60 days from arrival.
• Indonesia currently requires applicants to provide proof of funds, usually around USD 2,000.
• Once you arrive in Bali, there’s nothing else you need to do until your visa is close to expiring.

Option 2: Get a B1 e-VOA and Extend It

This is the option I think suits most New Zealanders visiting Bali.

You apply for a standard 30-day B1 e-VOA before flying, then extend it online while you’re in Bali for another 30 days.

The process for Kiwis is simple:

• Apply for your B1 e-VOA before you leave New Zealand.
• Around day 20 of your trip, log back into the same immigration account.
• Pay the IDR 500,000 extension fee.
• Receive your approval online without visiting an immigration office.

The biggest advantage is that you don’t need to provide financial documents like you do with the C1 Tourist Visa.

⚠️ Important: If you’re researching the best Bali visa for New Zealand citizens, don’t assume a standard 30-day tourist visa automatically covers a 60-day holiday. If you don’t extend your visa or apply for a C1 Tourist Visa before travelling, you’ll overstay your visa and face daily fines.

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Kiwi Arrival Checklist for Bali

Before you jump on your flight, there are a few things I’d recommend ticking off.

Most of them only take a few minutes to organise, but having everything sorted before you leave New Zealand makes arriving in Bali much smoother.

Here’s my pre-flight checklist for 2026:

• Bali Visa: Apply for the correct visa before you fly, or make sure you’re eligible for a Visa on Arrival.
• New Zealand Passport: Check that it has at least six months validity from your arrival date and is in good condition.
• Indonesia Arrival Card: Complete it online within 72 hours of landing in Bali.
• Bali Tourist Tax: Pay the tourist tax online before you arrive to save time at the airport.
• Accommodation Confirmation: Have the name and address of your first hotel or villa ready. You’ll often need it for your arrival card and may be asked by immigration.
• Proof of Onward Travel: Airlines can ask to see a ticket showing you’ll be leaving Indonesia before your visa expires.
• Proof of Funds: Required if you’re applying for a 60-day C1 Tourist Visa. The B1 e-VOA and standard Visa on Arrival don’t normally require it.
• Travel Insurance: Not compulsory, but it’s one of those things you’ll be glad you have if something goes wrong.
• Airport Transfer: Book it before you leave New Zealand so you’re not trying to organise transport after a long flight.

Tick these off before you fly and you’ll avoid most of the common issues that catch people out on their first trip to Bali.

Once your Bali visa for New Zealand is sorted, the rest is mostly a matter of having the right documents ready and not leaving everything until the airport.

👉 If you want to avoid paying unnecessary bank fees in Bali, read my complete guide to using New Zealand cards in Bali before your trip.

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Private Bali Airport Transfer

Once you’ve sorted your Bali visa for New Zealand passports, there’s one more thing I’d recommend organising before your flight: your airport transfer.

I’ve lived in Bali long enough to know there are plenty of ways to get from the airport. You can get a taxi, order a Grab, or let your hotel organise a driver. They’ll all get you there eventually.

When you book your airport transfer with me, you’ll get:

• Friendly English-speaking local Balinese driver.
• Meet and greet inside arrivals
• Flight tracking (we’ll already know if your flight is delayed)
• Private SUV with plenty of room for you and luggage
• Fixed pricing with no last-minute surprises
• Direct transfers to hotels and villas anywhere across Bali

I know airport transfers aren’t the most exciting part of planning a holiday, but they’re one of the first experiences you’ll have in Bali.

Getting picked up by a driver who’s already waiting for you is a much better way to start your trip than standing in a taxi queue wondering what to do next.

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FAQs for New Zealand Passports

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