Bali Visa for France Citizens 2026 — VOA, KITAS & Long-Stay
French citizens are eligible for the Bali Visa on Arrival in 2026, costing IDR 500,000 (~EUR 32) for 30 days, extendable once to 60. For longer stays, French nationals commonly choose the Digital Nomad E33G, Retirement E33F, or Second Home Visa E33. All arrivals must complete the All Indonesia Arrival Card before travel.
Last updated: 2026 · Figures verified against evisa.imigrasi.go.id and imigrasi.go.id, Direktorat Jenderal Imigrasi. EUR conversions are approximate.
Do French Citizens Need a Visa for Bali in 2026?
Yes — French passport-holders need a visa (French: visa) for Bali, but it is straightforward, and France has a lively expat and entrepreneur community in Bali, especially around Canggu, Ubud and Uluwatu. France is on Indonesia’s Visa on Arrival (VOA) list, not the visa-free list. For a holiday you do not apply at the Indonesian Embassy in Paris. You buy the VOA on arrival at Ngurah Rai Airport, or — the recommended route — apply for the eVOA online before departure.
The VOA gives you 30 days from arrival and can be extended once for another 30 days — up to 60 days in Bali. For a typical French trip — a few weeks of holiday, a surfing or diving trip, a yoga or wellness retreat, or a short remote-work stay — the VOA or eVOA is enough.
If you plan to stay beyond 60 days — France is a strong contributor to Bali’s nomad and long-stay scene — you’ll need a longer visa arranged in advance, covered below.
Visa Options for French Citizens
| Visa | Duration | Cost (IDR / approx EUR) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOA / eVOA | 30 days, +30 | IDR 500,000 (~EUR 32) gov fee | Holidays, surf/yoga retreats up to 60 days |
| B211A Visit Visa | 60 days, extendable | from IDR 1,500,000 (~EUR 87) gov fee | Longer holidays, business meetings, “try before KITAS” |
| Multiple-Entry D1/D2 | 1–5 yrs, 60 days/entry | Contact for quote | French travellers flying in and out repeatedly |
| Digital Nomad E33G | 1 year (not renewable) | Contact for all-in quote | Remote workers earning USD 60,000+/yr |
| Retirement E33F | 1 year, renewable | from IDR 1,000,000/yr stay permit | French nationals aged 55+ retiring in Bali |
| Second Home Visa E33 | 5 or 10 years | + IDR 2 billion (~EUR 120,000) deposit | Long-term residents, any age 19+ |
Government fees shown; our service fee is itemised separately. See the full price list in IDR / USD / AUD.
How French Citizens Apply for the eVOA — Step by Step
We recommend French travellers apply for the eVOA online before departure to skip the airport queue:
- Use the official portal only — evisa.imigrasi.go.id. It is the single official Indonesian eVOA site; lookalike scam sites (faux sites de visa) exist, so check the URL. Apply 90 days to 48 hours before departure.
- Register and select “Visa on Arrival (B1)”, choosing France as your nationality.
- Upload your French passport bio page (valid 6+ months beyond arrival, with a blank page) and a passport-style photo.
- Pay IDR 500,000 by Visa, Mastercard or JCB. Your French card is charged the EUR equivalent (about €32) at your bank’s rate. A Carte Bleue is usually co-badged Visa or Mastercard, so it generally works for international online payments — but confirm your card allows paiements à l’étranger.
- Receive the eVOA PDF by email — print it and keep a phone copy. Up to five applicants per session suits couples and families.
- On arrival, use the eVOA lane, complete the All Indonesia Arrival Card, and pay the tourist levy.
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Best Long-Stay Visa for French Citizens
French long-stayers in Bali are largely remote professionals, founders and creatives, with a steady flow of retirees, so the long-stay choice usually comes down to:
- Working remotely for a French (or any overseas) employer or clients? The Digital Nomad Visa E33G gives one year if you earn USD 60,000+/year and hold an overseas employment contract. It is not renewable — you leave and re-apply to continue.
- Creating content or performing? The C5A Creator Visa and Entertainment KITAS cover the many French photographers, DJs, surf and yoga instructors in Bali who need to work legally in creative roles.
- Aged 55+ and retiring in Bali? The Retirement KITAS E33F requires USD 3,000/month income (a French pension can qualify), health insurance, and a Bali rental.
- Settling for years at any age, or buying property? The Second Home Visa E33 requires an IDR 2 billion (~EUR 120,000) deposit in a state bank within 90 days of arrival, or qualifying property — no employment requirement, no upper age limit.
Many French clients test the lifestyle on a B211A and then convert to a KITAS onshore. We’ll set out the cheapest legal route, in euros.
French Passport — What You Need at Ngurah Rai Airport
Arriving in Bali on a French passport, you should have:
- Passport validity: at least 6 months beyond arrival, with a blank page.
- Your visa: VOA on arrival or a pre-approved eVOA.
- All Indonesia Arrival Card (AIDC): free, at allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id within 3 days before arrival.
- Bali Tourist Levy: IDR 150,000 (~EUR 9) per person.
- Onward/return ticket and accommodation booking.
- Proof of funds: be ready to evidence around USD 2,000 (~EUR 1,840) and roughly three months of bank statements.
The French foreign ministry’s travel advice (France Diplomatie / Conseils aux voyageurs) reflects these rules, but the authoritative source is Indonesian immigration at imigrasi.go.id. Where advice differs, follow the Indonesian rule.
Bali Visa Cost for French Citizens in EUR
The VOA is priced in rupiah at IDR 500,000. Approximate euro figures for the key items (your card sets the actual rate):
| Item | IDR | Approx EUR |
|---|---|---|
| VOA / eVOA (30 days) | IDR 500,000 | ~€32 |
| VOA extension (+30 days) | IDR 500,000 | ~€32 |
| Bali Tourist Levy | IDR 150,000 | ~€9 |
| B211A visit visa (gov fee) | IDR 1,500,000 | ~€87 |
| Proof of funds (suggested) | ~IDR 32,000,000 | ~€1,840 |
| Second Home Visa deposit | IDR 2,000,000,000 | ~€120,000 |
EUR conversions are approximate and move with the EUR/IDR rate; rupiah amounts are fixed. Our pricing page shows the full IDR / USD / AUD table including our service fees.
FAQ — Bali Visa for French Citizens
Q1: Can I use my French Carte Bleue for the eVOA?
Usually yes — a Carte Bleue co-badged with Visa or Mastercard works on evisa.imigrasi.go.id (which accepts Visa, Mastercard and JCB). First make sure your card is enabled for paiements à l’étranger (international payments), as some are blocked by default. The charge is the EUR equivalent of IDR 500,000 (about €32). If it’s declined, we can submit on your behalf.
Q2: Is Bali visa-free for French citizens in 2026?
No. French passport-holders are not on the visa-free list, but they are VOA-eligible: IDR 500,000 (~€32) for 30 days, extendable once to 60. There’s no need to visit the Indonesian Embassy in Paris for a normal holiday.
Q3: How long can French citizens stay in Bali?
On the VOA/eVOA, up to 60 days (30 + one 30-day extension). For longer, use a B211A, a KITAS (1–2 years), or the Second Home Visa (5–10 years).
Q4: I’m a French surf or yoga instructor in Bali — what visa do I need?
Not a tourist visa. Teaching surf or yoga, DJing, or doing paid photography in Bali is work, and it’s enforced in 2026. You need the Entertainment KITAS (for paid creative/instructor roles) or, for online content creation, the C5A Creator Visa. We’ll advise which fits your activity.
Q5: Can French citizens work remotely from Bali on a tourist visa?
No. The VOA and B211A prohibit work, and Indonesia is enforcing this in 2026 — Canggu is a patrol hotspot. French remote workers earning USD 60,000+/year need the Digital Nomad Visa E33G. Read the 2026 rules →.
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