Well prepared for your trip? Work through this Bali checklist, from visa and vaccinations to insurance and eSIM. In the meantime, map out your route with the trip planner.
6–8 weeks before departure
- Make an appointment at the travel clinic for vaccination advice (some jabs need time).
- Take out good travel insurance — check cover for your activities (such as scooter).
- Check that your passport is still valid for at least 6 months.
- Put together your route and book flights and the first hotels.
1–2 weeks before departure
- Apply for your e-VOA (visa) via the official site, or arrange it on arrival.
- Arrange an eSIM for internet on arrival.
- Sort out some cash / a debit card that works abroad.
- Put together a travel medical kit (ORS, painkiller, anti-diarrhoea medicine, plasters, your own medication + note).
Packing essentials
- Light clothing + something to cover up for temples (shoulders/knees).
- Sunscreen, mosquito spray (DEET), a cap/hat and sunglasses.
- A universal travel adapter, power bank.
- A copy of your passport, insurance card and important numbers.
Just before departure
- Save your trip plan on your phone (offline/printed).
- Note the emergency number (112) and your insurer's number.
- Install Grab and Gojek for transport.
Frequently asked questions
What should you arrange before going to Bali?
Vaccination advice and travel insurance (well in advance), a valid passport (6+ months), your e-VOA/visa, an eSIM, cash/debit card, and a travel medical kit. Also put together your route.
How far in advance should you arrange a trip to Bali?
Start 6–8 weeks ahead with vaccinations and insurance, and arrange the visa, eSIM and final bits in the weeks before departure.
What should you definitely bring to Bali?
Covering clothing for temples, sunscreen and mosquito spray, a travel medical kit, copies of your documents and your insurer's emergency number.
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