Paradise is calling…

For the first time in almost two years, UAE residents can enjoy quarantine-free travel to Bali as the island has reopened for some tourists. The Government of Bali announced last week that as of today, Monday March 7, quarantine is no longer required for travellers, and passengers from 23 countries – including the UAE – are once again eligible for visas on arrival.

Alongside UAE residents, travellers from the, US, Qatar, Canada and Turkey are all eligible for visas on arrival, as well as those visiting from parts of Asia and Europe. The full list can be viewed here.

Bali first closed for travel in March 2020, and while its neighbours have begun to open up in phases over the last few months, Indonesia has remained strict with its quarantine and PCR test requirements. But two years later, the popular tourist hotspot is now inviting visitors from the UAE to rediscover its beautiful beaches, verdant jungles and incredible surfing spots.

There are still some travel requirements for travelling to Bali from the UAE

According to Travel Off Path, visitors must show proof of vaccination or booster, and are required to undergo a Covid-19 PCR test on arrival in Bali, and quarantine in their accommodation until the results are returned. This is usually within 24 hours.

Visitors should also be in possession of insurance that covers Covid up to $100,000.

If you’re looking to go island-hopping, or explore the provinces outside of Bali, you’ll need to undergo another PCR test on day 3 of your visit, before being permitted to travel.

While Bali adopts a quarantine-free travel policy, the rest of Indonesia will remain off-limits for now.

Flights to Bali from the UAE

There are currently no direct flights from Dubai or Abu Dhabi to Bali, although both Emirates and Etihad fly direct to Jakarta. From there, visitors can then get a 1 hour 50 minute flight to Bali, with a number of domestic airlines serving the route.

Travellers can also fly from Dubai with Singapore Airlines, stopping over in Singapore and then going on to Bali.