New Bali customs process: Online declaration form required for travellers

Kiwis travelling to Bali will need to get their heads around a new customs process as the island launches a new declaration form.

From September 1, travellers to Bali are required to complete the All Indonesia declaration card.

The form combines the existing customs and immigration processes, streamlining the entry process for arrivals to Ngurah Rai International Airport.

Indonesian Immigration said visas were not included and still must be applied for separately.

The declaration card needed to be completed online 72 hours before flying, producing a QR code for Kiwis to present as they went through immigration.

All Indonesia was currently being rolled out in Bali only, but it would be required throughout the island nation from October 1.

It follows the introduction of a $15.50 (150,000 IDR) tourist levy earlier this year.

The Bali Provincial Government said the levy would support tourism to the island “with a focus on protecting the culture and natural environment”.