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AI Immigration Advisor
Bali Zero handles visas, company setup, tax and property compliance in Indonesia. Ask us directly on WhatsApp.
Chat with Bali Zero on WhatsAppWhether landing in Bali or Jakarta, here's your step-by-step guide to navigating Indonesian airports.
From landing to exit
Before immigration, pay for VOA:
Look for "Visa on Arrival" counter before the immigration queues.
| Method | Accepted |
|---|---|
| Indonesian Rupiah | Yes |
| US Dollars | Yes |
| Credit/Debit Card | Yes (most airports) |
| Other currencies | Some accepted |
| Item | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Documents | Show passport + VOA receipt/visa |
| Questions | May ask purpose, duration, address |
| Biometrics | Photo and fingerprints |
| Stamp | Entry stamp in passport |
| Duration | Varies (can be quick or slow) |
| Question | Good Answer |
|---|---|
| Purpose of visit? | Tourism / Business meetings / Visiting family |
| How long staying? | [Your actual planned duration] |
| Where staying? | [Hotel name and area] |
| Return flight? | [Date and airline] |
| Occupation? | [Your job/profession] |
For smooth passage:
| Declare | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Cash over IDR 100M / USD 10K | Must declare |
| Cigarettes over 200 | Must declare |
| Alcohol over 1 liter | Must declare |
| Goods over USD 500 value | May be dutiable |
Strictly prohibited:
Drugs carry death penalty in Indonesia!
| Channel | Use When |
|---|---|
| Green | Nothing to declare |
| Red | Items to declare |
You may still be randomly checked in green channel.
Leaving Indonesia
Before going to immigration:
Calculate carefully to avoid surprises!
| Facility | Location |
|---|---|
| ATMs | Arrival hall, departure |
| Money exchange | Multiple counters |
| SIM cards | Arrival hall |
| Grab/Gojek | Pickup area |
| Taxi | Official counter |
| Porter | Available (tip expected) |
| Facility | Location |
|---|---|
| ATMs | Throughout |
| Money exchange | Multiple |
| SIM cards | Arrival halls |
| Train (Railink) | To city center |
| Taxi | Official counters |
| Grab | Pickup areas |
| Option | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Official taxi | Fixed price by zone | Safe, metered alternative |
| Grab/Gojek | Variable | Pickup area outside |
| Hotel pickup | Often free | Arrange in advance |
| Private driver | IDR 200-400K | Pre-booked |
| Option | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Airport train | IDR 70K | To Sudirman, 45 min |
| Taxi (Blue Bird) | Metered | IDR 200-400K to city |
| Grab | Variable | May be cheaper |
| Hotel pickup | Varies | Arrange in advance |
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