You know what time it is? Yes, #ItstimeforBali! Recently, the president of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, has imposed new regulations for those who are planning to visit Bali by air, as an initial step to re-open the island again. The regulations were issued during the Restricted Meeting (Ratas) regarding the evaluation of the Implementation of Community Activity Restrictions (PPKM), on 11 October 2021. These new regulations have been implemented effective immediately since 14 October 2021. By relaxing the travel restrictions to Bali, the Indonesian Government hopes that this move will be able to revitalize the country’s tourism.
And to support this process of reopening, the Indonesian Government will ensure to keep their utmost efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19, namely by maintaining Indonesia’s status as one of the countries with the highest vaccination rates, one of the highest CHSE certifications, as well as being the country that consistently provides safety protocols for all visitors.
Who is eligible? There are 19 countries that are allowed to open their international flights to Bali. These countries are also allowed to open their flights to the Riau Islands. These 19 countries are:
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- New Zealand
- Kuwait
- Bahrain
- Qatar
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Liechtenstein
- Italy
- France
- Portugal
- Spain
- Sweden
- Poland
- Hungary
- Norway
These countries were chosen by the Indonesian Government as they have a low COVID-19 positivity rate, in accordance with the standards of World Health Organizations (WHO), as specified in the Decree of the COVID-19 Task Force No. 15 of 2021.
Pre-departure preparation regarding visas Before departing to Bali and Riau Islands, you need to prepare yourself with the information about the visa and requirements to enter Indonesia. • E-Visa As an effort to provide ease of access, the Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights has launched an electronic visa (e-Visa) application system. This e-Visa was launched to assist foreign travelers who intend to visit Indonesia. It allows foreigners to apply for a visa online without hassle. Check out this article to gather more information about e-Visa. To protect Indonesian citizens from the increasing transmission rate of the COVID-19 along with its new variants, according to Regulation of the Minister of Law and Human Rights of the Republic of Indonesia Number 34 of 2021, the Free Visit Visa Waiver and Visit Visa on Arrival are temporarily suspended by the Ministry. Below are the valid Visas or Stay Permits allowed to enter Indonesian Territory: • Diplomatic and official/service Visa; • Visit Visa; • Limited stay permit Visa; • Diplomatic residence permits and official residence permits; • Limited stay permit (KITAS) and residence permit cards (KITAP) • Kartu Perjalanan Pebisnis Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (KPP APEC) A Stay Permit which is in the territory of Indonesia may be granted a new Stay Permit after obtaining a Visa. Visa applications can be submitted online through https://visa-online.imigrasi.go.id/
Arrival protocols When you have arrived at the airports, there are several measures you need to take before you can continue your travel. According to Circular of Covid-19 Task Force No. 20 Year 2021, regarding Domestic Travel Health Protocol during the Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), all international travelers, whether they are Indonesian citizens or foreign nationals, should comply with the existing health protocols. You will be able to enter the territory of Indonesia under the following conditions: • Through entry points (airports) in Bali and the Riau Islands. • Can show a card or certificate of receipt of COVID-19 vaccine and a negative RT-PCR test result. • Short Visit Visa or other entry permits in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. • Proof of ownership of health insurance with a minimum coverage value of USD 100,000 which includes financing for handling COVID-19. • Proof of booking confirmation and payment (booking) for accommodation from the accommodation provider while staying in Indonesia.
Below are the arrival and departure flow you have to follow if you travel to Bali via I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport:
International arrival flow
- Pre Flight
- Provide a full-dose vaccination certificate (at least 14 days before arrival)
- Download PeduliLindungi app
- Register e-PCR
- Verify your e-Hac
- Register e-CD (Electronic Custom Declaration)
- Provide the proof of your 5-days quarantine hotel booking
- Prepare negative PCR result (3x24 hours before arrival)
- Prepare immigration documents
- Prepare travel insuranc
- Landing in Bali
- Go to the arrivals terminal
- Go to the arrival terminal
- Thermo Scanner
- For body temperature below 38°C, proceed to the next step
- For body temperature exceeding 38°C, a further medical examination will be done immediately. If all health requirements are good, proceed to the next step. If not, travelers will be referred to the nearest hospital
- Port Health Office
- Enter medical documents check
- Scan e-HAC QR code
- Tap QR code
- PCR Swab
- Taking PCR swab sample
- Scan QR code
- Immigration
- Immigration check
- Conveyor Belt
- Put your luggage in
- Customs
- Scan e-CD (Electronic Custom Declaration) QR code
- Customs check
- Holding Area
- Wait for your PCR test result
- Exit Control Desk
- Tap QR code
- Hotel & transport registration
- Positive PCR
- Nearest hospital
- Negative PCR
- Pick up zone to stay at a quarantine hotel for 5 days
International departure flow
- Drop Zone
- Thermo Scanner
- For body temperature below 38°C, proceed to the next step
- For body temperature exceeding 38°C, a further medical examination will be done immediately. If all health requirements are good, proceed to the next step. If not, travelers will be referred to the nearest hospital
- AVSEC
- Flight document and security check
- Check-In
- Tap Boarding Pass
- AVSEC PSCP
- Immigration
- Immigration check
- Commercial Area
- Waiting Area
- Take Off
Quarantine rules According to Circular of Covid-19 Task Force No. 20 Year 2021, those who receive negative PCR results upon arrival are required to undergo mandatory quarantine for 5 x 24 hours or 14 x24 hours depending on the escalation COVID-19 case of the origin country. The requirements are as follows: • For Indonesian citizens within the category of migrant workers, students that have finished education, and civil servants on duty, the quarantine facilities provided by the Indonesia government are free of charge. • For Indonesian citizens (not on the criteria for the previous points) and foreigners in self-funded quarantine accommodation (hotels/inns) recommended by the COVID-19 Task Force and have met the terms and conditions of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association and the Ministry of Health. Four days after self-quarantine from the date of arrival, another RT-PCR test will be conducted. If the test shows a negative result, after 5 days of quarantine, you will be declared for completed quarantine. Meanwhile, if the RT-PCR test shows positive result then you will have to undergo the following procedures: • Treatment in centralized isolation facilities for asymptomatic people and people with mild symptoms. • Treatment at a referral hospital for people with moderate and severe symptoms.
Here is some of the list of hotels in Bali that provide a mandatory quarantine facility CLICK HERE Do also visit this page to check out accommodations in Bali that have been CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental Sustainability) certified.
After you have completed your quarantine, remember to always comply with the health protocols by keeping necessary habits such as keeping your distance, wearing a mask in public places, and washing hands regularly.
Check & booking online your quarantine hotel in Bali CLICK HERE
