Bali is a short hop from New Zealand and a favourite for Kiwi holidays, surfing trips, and longer escapes. Before you book Auckland to Denpasar, you need a clear answer on visas. Bali follows Indonesian immigration rules, not a separate Bali system.
This guide explains whether New Zealanders need a visa for Bali, which options fit short holidays versus remote work or investment, what entry documents you need, and how long you can stay. For the full map of every visa type, see our complete Bali visa guide.
Do New Zealand Citizens Need a Visa for Bali?
Yes. New Zealand passport holders are not on Indonesia's small visa-free list. Most Kiwis enter on a Visa on Arrival (VOA) or an electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VOA) applied online before travel.
VOA / e-VOA is for tourism and short permitted visits. If you plan to work remotely, volunteer, intern, invest, or stay longer than about 60 days, choose a different category before you fly.
Visa Options for New Zealand Passport Holders
These are the Bali visa paths New Zealanders use most often.
Visa on Arrival (VOA) / e-VOA
The standard short-stay option for NZ citizens:
- Initial stay: 30 days
- One extension of 30 days (maximum about 60 days total)
- Available at Ngurah Rai (Bali) and other designated ports, or apply online as e-VOA
- Passport must be valid at least 6 months from arrival
Apply online through the official portal and skip some airport queues: see how to apply for e-VOA online. Need the extra month? Read how to extend your Visa on Arrival in Bali. Bali Visa Hub also handles VOA extensions.
Bali Tourist Visa B1/B2
The B1/B2 tourist visa suits longer holidays. You typically get 60 days on arrival, with extensions that can take a continuous stay toward about 180 days. It is for tourism and permitted visit activities, not remote work. Compare stay lengths in our VOA vs B1/B2 vs C1 guide.
Tourist Visa C1
Tourist Visa C1 is another long-stay tourist e-visa path (often 60 days, extendable toward about 180 days). Useful if you want your tourist stay approved before you leave New Zealand. See the C1 extension guide if you plan the full stretch.
Digital Nomad Visa E33G
The Digital Nomad Visa E33G is for remote workers whose income comes from outside Indonesia. You cannot take a local Indonesian job or sell services to Indonesian clients on E33G. Still weighing tourist vs nomad? Read can you work remotely on a tourist visa? and B1/B2 vs E33G vs C1.
D12 Pre-Investment Visa
If you are scouting a business or PT PMA before incorporating, look at the D12 Pre-Investment Visa. Full walkthrough: D12 for scouting Bali.
D1 / D2 Multiple-Entry Business Visas
Frequent meetings and negotiations (not local employment) fit D1/D2 multiple-entry. See single-entry vs multiple-entry D1/D2.
Internship Visa C22A and Volunteer Visa C6B
Structured internships need C22A. Approved volunteering needs C6B. A tourist VOA does not cover either.
Bridging Visa
If you are changing categories and your current stay is about to expire, ask about a bridging visa so you do not overstay while papers process.
Entry Requirements for New Zealand Travellers
At immigration (usually Ngurah Rai for Bali), expect to show:
- New Zealand passport valid at least 6 months from the date of arrival (see passport validity rules)
- At least one blank passport page
- Valid VOA / e-VOA or other e-visa
- Return or onward ticket out of Indonesia
- Accommodation details if asked
- Completed customs / arrival declarations as required for your flight
Most foreign visitors to Bali also pay the provincial Love Bali tourist levy. That fee is separate from your Indonesian visa.
What to expect at the airport: Ngurah Rai immigration guide. Official VOA / e-visa information: evisa.imigrasi.go.id.
Visa Processing Time
- VOA at the airport: issued on arrival after payment
- e-VOA: usually a few working days; apply at least a week before travel
- B1/B2, C1, E33G, D2, D12: typically about 5–14 working days once documents are complete
Peak seasons (school holidays in NZ and Australia) get busy. Apply early if you need anything beyond airport VOA.
Approximate costs (Bali Visa Hub packages)
Government VOA / e-VOA is often listed around IDR 500,000. Package fees below include service support where applicable and can change.
| Type of Visa | Fee | Initial Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Visa on Arrival (VoA) / extension support | IDR 1,300,000 – 1,500,000 | 30 days |
| Bali Tourist Visa B1/B2 | IDR 3,500,000 – 7,500,000 | 60 days |
| Tourist Visa C1 | IDR 3,500,000 – 6,000,000 | 60 days |
| Digital Nomad Visa E33G | IDR 15,000,000 – 21,000,000 | 1 year |
| Internship Visa (C22A) | IDR 10,000,000 – 11,500,000 | Up to 180 days |
| Volunteer Visa (C6B) | IDR 3,500,000 – 7,500,000 | 60 days |
| D12 Pre-Investment Visa | IDR 12,500,000 – 21,000,000 | 1–2 year validity |
| D2 Multiple Entry Visa | IDR 9,000,000 – 11,000,000 | 60 days per entry |
| Worker / Employment KITAS | From IDR 15,000,000 | 6–24 months |
How long can New Zealanders stay in Bali?
Stay length depends on the visa, not on your NZ passport alone.
| Visa Type | Initial Stay | Extension |
|---|---|---|
| Visa on Arrival (VoA) | 30 days | +30 days (once) |
| Bali Tourist Visa B1/B2 | 60 days | Twice, toward ~180 days |
| Tourist Visa C1 | 60 days | Toward ~180 days |
| Digital Nomad Visa E33G | 1 year | Extension path available |
| D2 Multiple Entry | 60 days per entry | Optional, toward ~180 days |
| D12 Pre-Investment | Up to 180 days per entry | One extension possible |
| Internship Visa C22A | Up to 180 days | Case-dependent |
| Volunteer Visa C6B | 60 days | Case-dependent |
Overstaying triggers daily fines. Use the overstay calculator and read Indonesia overstay fines 2026 if your dates are tight.
How to extend a Bali visa
- Start before your current stay expires (often 7–10 days early for office visits)
- Prepare passport, visa proof, and return ticket updates if asked
- Pay the extension fee
- Complete biometrics in person when immigration requires it
For B1/B2's longer path, see the B1/B2 extension guide (60 to 120 to 180 days).
Visa services for New Zealanders
Bali Visa Hub helps NZ travellers with:
- Visa on Arrival extensions
- Tourist Visa C1 and B1/B2
- Digital Nomad Visa E33G
- Bridging visas
- D12 pre-investment and D2 multiple-entry
- Internship C22A and volunteer C6B
Not sure which path fits? Contact us with your nationality, travel dates, and whether you will work remotely or only holiday. For longer moves, see moving to Bali long-term.
Final thoughts
New Zealanders need a visa for Bali. For most holidays, VOA or e-VOA is enough. For remote work, long stays, volunteering, or investment scouting, apply for the matching category before you arrive. Rules and fees change, so confirm current requirements on imigrasi.go.id before you travel.
