Entry requirements to Bali (Indonesia) for Kosovars
Do Kosovars need a visa to enter Indonesia?
Yes, Kosovo citizens need to obtain a visa to enter Indonesia. This can be done online (Visa C1, also known as Visa B211A).
On September 1, 2025, Indonesia introduced a mandatory digital arrival card All Indonesia for all foreign tourists. Initially, it will be valid at the three largest airports — Bali (Denpasar), Jakarta, and Surabaya. And from October 1, the requirement will extend to all international airports in the country, including Sumatra, Komodo, Makassar, and Manado.
The All Indonesia card combines several documents that previously had to be filled out separately: customs declaration (e-CD), SATUSEHAT medical form, as well as immigration and quarantine data. Now tourists will be able to complete everything online before their trip, which will speed up the control process.
The form must be completed on the website no earlier than 3 days before the date of entry. The declaration must include personal and contact details, flight number, and hotel name.
In addition, from October 1, 2025, a tourist tax of 150,000 Indonesian rupiah (approximately USD 14) will be introduced. It can be paid either online or upon arrival.
What is Visa C1 (B211A) for Indonesia?
Visa C1 (B211A) is a single-entry visa valid for up to 60 days and can be extended twice. The maximum stay allowed is up to 180 days. This visa permits travel for purposes such as tourism, leisure, visiting relatives or friends, and participation in social or cultural events.
How can Kosovo citizens obtain Visa C1 to Indonesia online?
1. Visit the official eVisa Indonesia website.
2. Fill out the online application form and upload the required documents.
3. Pay the visa fee (1,000,000 Indonesian rupiahs).
4. Wait for processing: most applications are reviewed within 5 business days.
5. Once approved, you will receive an electronic visa.
Tip: it is recommended to apply in advance to avoid potential delays.
Documents required for Kosovars to obtain a visa to Indonesia
- A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
- A passport-sized color photograph.
- A return ticket or a ticket to a third country.
- Proof of financial means for your stay (e.g., a bank statement).
- A medical insurance policy with adequate coverage.
If you cannot apply for a tourist visa online, you can obtain one through Indonesia’s diplomatic representation (embassy or consulate).
Documents required for a tourist visa application through the embassy
- Original passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned stay, with a minimum of two blank pages.
- Completed visa application form, dated and signed. All questions must be answered. If a question does not apply, indicate "N/A."
- A passport-sized photograph, taken within the past 6 months (at least 4×6 cm).
- A copy of your flight itinerary or electronic tickets for round-trip flights.
- Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds (minimum $2,000 over the last three months).
- Letter from your employer or a sponsorship letter (only for non-tourist purposes) explaining the purpose of the trip.
- Medical insurance covering the entire duration of your stay.
How to apply for a visa through diplomatic representation
1. Schedule an appointment at the Indonesian embassy or consulate. Contact the representation in your country to find out about possible methods of document submission (in-person or by mail).
2. Prepare the required documents. Fill out the form, gather all listed documents, and ensure their compliance with the requirements.
3. Pay the visa fee. This fee covers the cost of processing and is non-refundable, even if your application is denied. Check for available payment options: this may include cash or bank transfer depending on the embassy’s requirements.
4. Submit your documents.
- If submitting in person, hand over the documents to the consulate staff.
- If submitting by mail, place each set of documents in a separate envelope, label them clearly, and send them in a larger envelope to the embassy.
5. Receive your passport with the visa. After your application is processed, you will receive your passport with the visa attached. If you applied by mail, the embassy will return it the same way.
Tip: Always contact the diplomatic representation well in advance, verify current requirements, and ensure your passport meets all conditions for visa issuance.
Useful tips for travelers from Kosovo planning a trip to Indonesia
- Some tourist areas now accept cryptocurrency – check in advance if this is convenient for you.
- Local insect repellents are often more effective than those you bring from home – purchase them on-site.
- Renting scooters in remote areas is not only economical but also allows you to explore less accessible places.
- Bali and Java have unique black volcanic sand beaches – they are less crowded but incredibly beautiful.
- In certain areas (e.g., Raja Ampat Islands), electricity is available only for a few hours a day – prepare a power bank.
Customs declaration for entry to Indonesia
Kosovo citizens are required to complete a customs declaration when entering Indonesia. This can be done:
- Online after arrival. Airports display banners with QR codes that you can scan to access the declaration form.
- In advance on the official website to save time after landing.
Some airlines also require a completed declaration before boarding. The form should be completed no earlier than 2 days before arrival in Indonesia. We recommend confirming this requirement with your airline.
Mandatory electronic health declaration
To enter Indonesia, you must also complete an electronic health declaration form on the website sshp.kemkes.go.id. This precautionary measure is aimed at preventing the spread of monkeypox (mpox).
The form requires you to provide:
- The countries you have visited in the past 21 days;
- Any symptoms characteristic of monkeypox;
- Information about contact with individuals showing mpox symptoms.
Completing the form in advance will help you avoid delays during immigration control.
5-year multi-entry visas for tourism and business in Indonesia
Indonesia provides 5-year multi-entry visas for both tourism (D1) and business purposes (D2). Holders of this visa can stay in Indonesia for up to 60 days per visit. Applications can be completed online through the evisa.imigrasi.go.id platform.
Documents required for a multi-entry visa:
- A passport with a validity of at least 6 months.
- Proof of financial resources amounting to a minimum of $2,000 or an equivalent sum.
- One recent color photograph.
- One of the following supporting documents:
- A certificate, invitation, or letter from government agencies or private organizations outlining the applicant's relationship with the issuer.
- A statement letter from a spouse or parents detailing the family relationship and the planned activities in Indonesia, accompanied by a family card or similar document.
The visa processing fee is 10,000,000 rupiahs.
To import pets (dogs, monkeys, cats) to Indonesia, you must have entry permits issued by the Director of Animal Health, Directorate General of Animal Husbandry, Jakarta.
Application procedure for entry permit:
Applications for permits to bring pets (dogs, monkeys, cats and other similar animals) to Indonesia should be submitted to the Director of Animal Health, Directorate General of Animal Husbandry, Jakarta at least one month before arrival. The following information about the animal must be provided in the letter requesting entry:
- Name (of the animal);
- Age;
- Coloring;
- Gender;
- Type;
- Special mark;
- Address in Indonesia.
The animal must have health certificates issued by a government or practicing veterinarian in the country of origin stating that the animal has already been examined and declared healthy, and that there have been no cases of rabies in the animal's area during the last 4 months.
The animal must have a rabies vaccination certificate confirming that the animal has been vaccinated against rabies during the last 12 months before departure.
The following can be imported duty-free to Indonesia:
- import and export of foreign currency is not limited, amounts over $ 11 thousand are declared;
- up to 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 100 g of tobacco;
- 1 liter of alcoholic beverages;
- gifts and souvenirs worth no more than $ 250 per person or $ 1,000 per family;
- perfumery - within personal needs;
- professional photo, video and audio equipment must be registered by the authorities when entering and leaving Indonesia.
The import of weapons, drugs, explosives, pornography, cordless telephones, medicines of Chinese origin, and printed publications into Chinese is prohibited in Indonesia. There are also restrictions on the import of fruits, vegetables, meat, fish and plant products.
WARNING! Execution is provided for the transportation, storage and distribution of drugs.
Every person crossing the Indonesian border by any mode of transport must declare the goods he/she imports into Indonesia at the port of entry. Arrived passengers and crew members must fill in the customs declaration form and present it to the customs and excise officer at the customs inspection point. An oral declaration may be made at certain ports designated by the Director General of the Customs and Excise Service of Indonesia.
Please note that all items transported by hand MUST be checked through a scanner at the customs checkpoint.
We also remind you that a customs and excise service officer at the port of entry can conduct a random inspection and thorough physical inspection of any passenger and crew members, as well as their belongings.
Goods subject to import duties, taxes related to imports, and excise duties. Personal belongings of the passenger, the customs value of which exceeds 250.00 USD for each person or 1,000.00 USD for the family. If the value of the transported goods exceeds the above amount, the passenger must pay the import duty and other import duties for the difference.
Excisable goods of personal belongings of an adult passenger, exceeding 200 cigarettes, 25 cigars or 100 grams of ground tobacco, and 1 liter of alcoholic beverages.
Crew goods of a vehicle the customs value of which exceeds USD 50.00 for each arrival.
Excisable goods of the vehicle crew, the number of which exceeds 40 cigarettes, 10 cigars or 40 grams of chopped tobacco, and 350 milliliters of alcoholic beverages.
If the value of the goods carried by the passenger or crew exceeds the specified quantity, the passenger must pay the import duty and other duties for the difference. However, goods such as a camera, video camera, radio cassette, binoculars, laptop, or cell phone that will be used during the stay in Indonesia and will exported when leaving Indonesia are exempt from customs duties.