Traveling to Bali? This application is now required for all guests.

Travelers arriving in Bali and various other Indonesian locations are now mandated to fill out an arrival declaration as per the new regulations introduced by the government of Indonesia.

Effective from 1 September, guests landing at Soekarno-Hatta Airport in Banten, Juanda Airport in East Java, I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali, and Batam Port in the Riau Islands are required to download the All Indonesia app to facilitate the process, which consolidates immigration, customs, health, and quarantine declarations into a single digital format.

After a preliminary trial phase, the government announced its intention to expand the free app – which can be utilized up to three days prior to arrival – to all airports, airlines, and international ports throughout the nation. The app is available at allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id or can be downloaded from the Google Play Store and App Store.

Yuldi Yusman from the Directorate General of Immigration stated: "The application makes the arrival process not only quicker and safer but also more accessible for all travelers, including the elderly, children, and individuals with disabilities.This application is not solely about convenience; it also plays a crucial role in safeguarding our nation. Every piece of information provided contributes to the security, health, and integrity of our borders."

In addition to the new app requirement, the provincial government of Bali has reminded tourists of the obligatory tourist levy, which mandates that all international visitors pay a fee of 150,000 IDR ($10) either before their arrival or during their stay.

This levy aims to support the conservation of Balinese culture, heritage, and environment, with payment options available online, at designated counters upon arrival, or through authorized hotels and tour operators.

In response to a series of incidents involving tourist misconduct, new guidelines were also issued earlier this year, encouraging visitors to respect Balinese customs and cultural traditions, dress appropriately in modest attire, and engage licensed guides when exploring natural or cultural sites.

During a press conference held in April, Wayan Koster, the governor of Bali, urged tourists to "conduct themselves with respect," ensure they pay the required tourist tax either prior to or during their visit, and to exchange currency only at authorized money exchange locations. For more local tips, here are Things to do In Bali


A version of this article was originally published on Condé Nast Traveller Middle East.