Indonesian Visa Discussion (Including Bali)

[SYD]

4. SSHP also needs to be done within 72hrs of travelling

Not that anyone checks that… Not even sure it actually links to anything…?

 

[jase05]

Not that anyone checks that… Not even sure it actually links to anything…?

I think it’s just random but on our last trip there was staff near the smart gates checking the SSHP and tourist tax. Had ours saved on phones so was instant but could see that many were fumbling around and holding up the queues.
Had never seen them check before but I was told it was random and pretty rare

 

[StingyGeek]

Thanks - and also the 3rd thing to do beforehand is the customs declaration as well.

So do 3 things online before the trip on 3 separate websites:

1. eVisa
2. Tourist tax
3. Customs declaration

I have three more suggestions:

1. Get an eSim for your phone for your time in Bali. Fexiroam and Airalo seem to be the most popular. Start by downloading the app from the respective app store.
   
   
2. Open a free savings account in Aus, which allows you to draw cash from an ATM in Bali fee-free, and at the most ideal exchange rate. (the Visa/MC rate). Ubank or Macquarie are good examples of that.
   
   
3. Download the myBluebird app on your phone—the most trustworthy and cheap transport in Bali. Order a Bluebird taxi upon landing in Bali, and meet the driver upstairs at the DEPARTURES area. It's much easier than trying to fight through the people trying to sell you overpriced transport at the arrivals level.

 

[Flyerwin]

I have three more suggestions:

1. Get an eSim for your phone for your time in Bali. Fexiroam and Airalo seem to be the most popular. Start by downloading the app from the respective app store.
   
   
2. Open a free savings account in Aus, which allows you to draw cash from an ATM in Bali fee-free, and at the most ideal exchange rate. (the Visa/MC rate). Ubank or Macquarie are good examples of that.
   
   
3. Download the myBluebird app on your phone—the most trustworthy and cheap transport in Bali. Order a Bluebird taxi upon landing in Bali, and meet the driver upstairs at the DEPARTURES area. It's much easier than trying to fight through the people trying to sell you overpriced transport at the arrivals level.

Amazing - thanks for the tips!

 

[StingyGeek]

Amazing - thanks for the tips!

Here are a few more details for you:
For some countries/regions Flexiroam may be cheaper than Airalo or sometimes not...
Airalo is a little cheaper for Indo, $9 for 7 days.
When you use Airalo for the first time, put in the code PROMO6768, and you will save $5.

When in Bali, do not use ATMs in the convenience stores, as they may be unsafe, will charge a fee, and the rate might not be ideal. Instead, use Major Bank ATMs (except Commonwealth Bank).
BCA and Mandiri are usually the best.

No doubt, this is unlikely to be your last visit to Bali, so at the end of your holiday, make sure you draw a little cash from the ATM to bring back with you. Then you will have some as soon as you land in Bali next time.