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Indonesia/Bali Entry Guide: Children's Visa Information

2025年12月24日 ✏️ 編輯文章

Bali Family Travel: Complete Guide to Children’s Visas

Taking your family on a vacation to Bali is a dream for many. However, visa issues often cause headaches for parents before departure, especially questions like ‘What visa does my two-year-old need?’ and ‘Does the whole family need to queue for visa on arrival together?’ This article will answer all your questions, ensuring your family trip starts smoothly right from entry!

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Can a Two-Year-Old Apply for an Electronic Visa?

Good news! Two-year-old children can now apply for Indonesia’s electronic visa (e-VOA).

Indonesia’s electronic visa system has no age restrictions. Whether it’s an infant, toddler, or adult, everyone can apply for an electronic visa online before departure. This means you can prepare electronic visas for your entire family (including your two-year-old) in advance, significantly saving time queuing at the airport.

Advantages of Electronic Visa

Apply in advance: Complete the application from home before departure, avoiding crowded airport queues
Time-saving convenience: Eligible travelers can use the automatic gates upon arrival, completing immigration in under three minutes
Same cost: The e-VOA fee is identical to the visa on arrival at 500,000 IDR
30-day validity: Can be extended once, allowing a maximum stay of 60 days

Should the Whole Family Choose Electronic Visa or Visa on Arrival?

Recommendation: Get E-Visas for the Whole Family

While theoretically, families can opt for visa on arrival, it’s highly recommended that all family members apply for the e-VOA in advance. Here’s why:

Drawbacks of Visa on Arrival:

Requires queuing at the airport with uncertain wait times
During peak seasons or multiple flight arrivals, queues can take 30 minutes to over an hour
Long queues with tired children make for an exhausting start to the trip
Need to prepare cash or credit cards for payment on the spot

Advantages of e-VOA:

Peace of mind from having everything prepared in advance
Use automated immigration gates (applicable for children over 6), fast and convenient
Even if children under 6 can’t use automated gates, there are dedicated fast-track lanes
Avoid long airport queues with children

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According to actual experiences shared in travel forums, Bali Airport’s arrival process is now very modern and user-friendly. Here’s what it’s like arriving with children:

Automated Immigration Gates (for ages 6 and above)

Currently, children aged 6 and above can use the airport’s automatic gates. If your child is 6 or older, congratulations—the entire family can use the automatic gates, completing the process in under three minutes!

Airport staff are very friendly. Upon disembarking, they will ask if you’ve applied for an e-Visa and guide you to the automated immigration area. The process is simple: scan your passport, facial recognition, and you’re through!

What about children under 6?

If your child is under 6 (e.g., two years old), while they can’t use the automatic gates, there’s no need to worry!

Practical experience shows:

Parents can quickly enter through the automatic gates
Immigration officers will assist immediately, taking the child to a dedicated counter
This dedicated counter is highly efficient, with no queuing required
Parents wait nearby, and the process is completed in just a few minutes
Overall, it’s still much faster than the entire family queuing for visa on arrival

A parent visiting Bali shared: ‘When customs officers saw our family had only one child who couldn’t use automated immigration, they immediately led the child to a dedicated counter nearby. The efficiency was remarkable, with no queuing at all.’

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Steps to Apply for an e-Visa

Apply online: Visit the official Indonesian Immigration e-VOA website
Fill in details: Including passport information for all family members
Upload photo: A passport-style digital photo is required
Online payment: 500,000 IDR per person, payable by credit card**(transaction fees apply)**
Receive visa: The e-VOA is usually issued within 12 hours—remember to print it or save it on your phone

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Further reading: Using the “All Indonesia” Arrival Card for Bali Entry｜1-Minute Guide to the Latest Process: From Landing → Immigration → Baggage Claim

Must-Do Before Departure:

Make sure to complete your eVisa application first. Refer to this link for further instructions to avoid scam websites.
Complete the All Indonesia entry card three days before departure and screenshot the QR Code for reference. Check out our compiled FAQ for common questions.
Pay the Bali tourism tax: IDR 150,000 per person (approximately USD$10). How to pay? See the tourism tax guide.

Reminder

It is recommended to apply at least 7 days before departure to allow processing time.
Ensure all family members (including infants) have valid passports with more than 6 months validity.
Save the eVisa PDF file as you will need to present it upon arrival.

Final Recommendations

For family trips with children under six:

✅ Apply for eVisa for the whole family - Save time and effort, no need to queue at the airport ✅ Prepare in advance - Complete the application before departure for a more worry-free journey ✅ Utilize automated immigration - Fast entry for members aged 6 and above, dedicated lanes for those under 6 ✅ Don’t worry - Airport staff are friendly and professional, ready to assist families with children

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Bali’s immigration system is well-developed and family-friendly. With proper preparation, entering with children can be smooth and stress-free. Families with kids, don’t forget to check out our family travel column! Wishing you a wonderful family vacation!

Indonesia/Bali Entry Guide: Children's Visa Information

Bali Family Travel: Complete Guide to Children’s Visas