You need to complete the All Indonesia Arrival Card online and within 72 hours (3 days) of your travel to Indonesia. The arrival card is required for all passengers entering Indonesia at international airports and ferry terminals. You may be asked to show proof of submission before you can go through immigration. The arrival card and e-Visa on Arrival (e-VOA) can be completed through the All Indonesia website. You’ll need to apply for an e-VOA at least 48 hours before your travel (see ‘Travel’).
Australians have drowned in coastal areas, due to rough seas and strong rip currents at popular tourist beaches including in Bali. Many beaches are unpatrolled.
Before entering Indonesia, ensure you understand your visa conditions and entry and exit requirements. Indonesian authorities have strict standards for damaged passports, and travellers have been refused entry into Indonesia with a damaged passport. Water damage, minor tears or rips to the pages can be considered damaged.
If you’re travelling to Bali, read the Bali Provincial Government’s ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ advice for foreign tourists before you travel (See ‘Local Laws’). Offensive behaviour that fails to respect local culture, religion, places of worship, and traditional ceremonies can lead to criminal penalties and/or deportation.
Drinks may be spiked or mixed with toxic substances. Be alert to the potential risks around drink spiking and methanol poisoning through consuming alcoholic drinks. Don’t leave food or drinks unattended. Cases of methanol poisoning in drinks have previously been reported in Indonesia, including in Bali and Lombok (see ‘Safety’).
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Indonesia overall due to security risks.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
