From January to April 2025, 4.65 million people passed through Bali’s main airport—a 10% increase compared to the same period last year. This data was published by the migration service in a recent infographic.
2.07 million foreigners arrived (+10%), while even more left—2.08 million (+9%). Indonesians are also actively traveling: 175,973 departures (+24%) and 192,149 arrivals (+28%). Domestic traffic has significantly increased due to traditional homecoming during Lebaran (the end of Ramadan holiday). All of this underscores Ngurah Rai Airport's status as one of Asia's largest international hubs.
Where Do They Come From Most Often
Top 10 countries by number of arrivals:
- Australia — 486,273 people.
- China — 183,376.
- India — 171,766.
- South Korea - 109,567.
- United Kingdom - 98,193.
- Russia — 87,288.
- United States - 84,595.
- Malaysia - 77,271.
- France - 66,883.
- Singapore — 59,551.
Who Was Not Allowed into Bali and Why They Were Deported
390 foreigners were denied entry. 301 people (including Indonesians) could not leave the island—most often due to document issues or debts.
For violating migration laws, 82 foreigners were expelled, 75 people were detained, and another 80 were banned from entry from January to April.
Russians lead in deportations with 25 people. They are followed by USA citizens (17 cases) and Canadians (5 cases). The main reasons are an expired visa (34 cases) and violation of local laws (53 cases).
Visas and Permits: Stable Demand, Focus on Extensions
The migration service published detailed data on issued visas and residence permits:
- Short-term visa extensions (B211 visa, social and business visas) — 7,851 times. This confirms a stable flow of long-term tourists, businesspeople, and remote workers staying on Bali for more than two months.
- Visas on Arrival (VOA) extended 3,335 times. Recall, a VOA grants 30 days of stay with the possibility of a single 30-day extension. Demand remains high despite increased checks and restrictions.
- Temporary residence permits (ITAS): 32 new ITAS issued—these are student, work, or family visas. Meanwhile, 2,264 ITAS were extended—a significant part of long-term residents prefers to extend their status rather than reapply for a visa.
- Permanent residence permits (ITAP) were extended 53 times. ITAPs are issued after several years under an ITAS, so new applications are rare, and the renewals indicate a stable number of long-term residents.
- Entry-exit permits (MERP/ERP) issued 761 times. These documents allow ITAS/ITAP holders to enter and exit Indonesia multiple times without losing status.
- Affidavits — 82 documents issued. An affidavit confirms Indonesian citizenship for children from mixed marriages or is used to restore citizenship.
Bali continues to attract tourists and expats. Meanwhile, the focus is shifting from obtaining new long-term visas to extending existing permits. Expats choose to maintain their status, and short-term travelers opt for convenient extension schemes without changing their visa type.
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