Traveling to Bali? Prepare to pay a new tourist fee from today

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Authorities in  Bali  have introduced a new tourist fee starting today, making it the only province in Indonesia to impose such a tax. If you're heading to Bali, you will need to pay the fee before arrival, and it will be required each time you leave and re-enter the province.

The idea of a tourism tax ranging from US$30 to US$100 per foreign visitor was first proposed last April after a similar proposal in 2019 failed to gain public support. But the price was deemed too steep and officials have since revised it to a more modest fee of 150,000 Indonesian rupiah per visitor, roughly equivalent to US$10, €9 or AU$15.

According to the island’s former governor, Wayan Koster, who instituted the fee while in office, the revenue from this tax will fund initiatives to preserve Bali's environment and cultural heritage. These efforts are particularly crucial in light of the island's ongoing battle against plastic waste pollution on its beaches and in surrounding waters – an issue that has escalated with the rise in tourist numbers.

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How can tourists pay?

You can pay the fee on the Love Bali website , the official government tourism portal, by submitting your name, passport number, email address and arrival date.  A voucher will be emailed to you which can be scanned at designated checkpoints upon arrival. Additionally, you can make payments in rupiah or by card at one of the five designated payment counters at Bali's I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport and other entry points.

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Tourists behaving badly

The decision to implement a tourist fee also comes at a time when Bali is grappling with the consequences of its popularity as a tourist destination. With its lively coastal resorts, terraced rice paddies and tiered Hindu temples, Indonesia’s paradise island has grown over the last decade into one of the most visited destinations on Earth.

The island of 4.3 million people saw 6.3 million visitors in 2019, the year before the pandemic – up from just 2.2 million a decade prior. The meteoric rise led to increased congestion, worrisome traffic violations and an unsustainable accumulation of garbage, all putting stress on the local population. It's also led to a series of incidents involving disrespectful behavior by tourists, highlighting an uptick in foreigners completely disregarding Balinese rules and customs.

In March last year, a Russian citizen was deported for a photo (widely circulated on social media) showing him pantless at a sacred Hindu site, the latest in a string of such events . Another tourist was captured that same month screaming and lunging at religious security officers directing him away from a street closed due to a Hindu purification ritual. A group of visitors even filed an official complaint about roosters crowing at dawn – and disrupting their sleep at a nearby homestay – which sparked anger among local residents, who raise chickens for food.

In addition to the culturally insensitive actions that have gone viral on social media, other visitors have been caught for traffic violations or unlawfully seeking employment under a tourist visa. All told, Bali deported 289 foreigners in 2023 , compared to just 188 in the previous year.

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The incidents have underscored the need for more stringent tourism regulations. In response, Bali has banned single-use plastics and initiated campaigns urging tourists to adhere to local norms. Last year, the Bali Tourism Board launched an ad campaign pleading for more respectful behavior. Among its requests: stop posting “vulgar pictures” to social media, wear a helmet when using motorbikes and practice more cultural sensitivity – including confining beachwear to the beach. The ad notes offenders could face large fines and even deportation. 

Proposed visitor cap 

Furthermore, the introduction of the tourist tax is part of a broader strategy to manage tourism sustainably. Discussions about setting a visitor cap are underway (and have been for almost a year), aiming to balance the island's popularity with its capacity and preserve its cultural integrity. By creating a quota system, Bali hopes to pivot to a quality-over-quantity approach to tourism, encouraging a smaller number of foreign visitors to stay for longer periods of time, and making the industry more sustainable all around. Officials are currently crunching the numbers to define their targets, with a goal of keeping the number of international visitors in line with the island’s capacity. 

While the idea of quotas stirred concerns within the tourism industry when the scheme was proposed, Wayan Koster offered reassurance that Bali will continue to welcome millions of international visitors even with the tax in place.

This is one of many big ideas to tackle the effects of mass tourism, and only few have become concrete. Nevertheless it highlights the nation’s growing concern with the current situation, and the abiding need for visitors to practice more respect when traveling abroad.

This article was first published May 2023 and updated February 2024

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Bali Government to Implement a Quota System for Foreign Tourists

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The Provincial Government of Bali plans to implement a quota system for foreign tourists who will travel to the Island of the Gods in the near future.

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Bali Travellers could be slugged a 'tourist tax'

Last-minute holidays to Bali could become a thing of the past as the government floats the idea of a “quota system” that would require travellers to join a queue up to a year in advance to enter the popular holiday island.

Bali Governor Wayan Koster flagged the concept last week, citing concerns over the increasing number of misbehaving tourists .

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The quotas, which Koster admitted have not yet been discussed in detail, could require foreign travellers to join a queue a year before their trip.

Koster said the government wanted to control tourism to shift away from the “cheap, mass tourism” Bali traditionally experiences.

“Because of this, a quota system will be applied for foreign tourists visiting Bali,” he said, according to an English translation of NusaBali .

The quotas would not target specific countries, he said, but instead focus on limiting the total number of visitors to ensure Bali allowed for quality tourism to “maintain Balinese culture and local wisdom”.

How the quotas could work is yet to be determined, however, Koster said one possible system could involve tourists needing to queue in advance before their trip.

“For quotas, people will have to queue up. Those who want to come next year can join the list now. We want to implement that system,” he said.

It comes as the holiday island cracks down on unruly tourist behaviour, with a “tourist tax” of $A150 among the ideas proposed to address the issue.

The Australian government has also warned locals to behave when venturing abroad , urging travellers to be respectful of different cultures after a spate of incidents and deportations.

Indonesian media reports this year’s number of deported foreigners is already on track to surpass last year’s total, with six Australians booted from the country so far this year as of April.

“Travelling is often about letting your hair down and relaxing. But don’t leave your manners and common sense at home when you get on the plane,” government service Smartraveller said in a notice.

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Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has recently announced plans to implement a cap on the number of tourists who can visit the island annually. The policy change has sparked a huge discussion in Bali, and some local leaders are urging caution. 

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The Chairman of the Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) for Tabanan Regency, Tabanan, I Gusti Bagus Made Damara, has told reporters that the proposed quota system must be very carefully formulated before it is implemented. 

Tabanan Regency neighbors Bali’s most popular tourism regency of Badung. Tabanan Regency is home to leading tourist attractions like Tanah Lot Temple, the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, Uluan Danu Baratan Temple and Mount Batukaru. 

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In fact, Tabanan Regency has plenty to offer travelers and holidaymakers in Bali. Not only is the regency home to some of the most picturesque black sand beaches and quiet surf spots but also some of the most stunning jungle retreats on the island.

While many travelers head to Ubud and the villages around Gianyar for a jungle immersion, there are breathtaking forest retreats in Tabanan that are not to be overlooked. 

As the dialogue around proposed tourism quotas and other major proposed policy changes like banning the visa on arrival for Russian and Ukrainian citizens and banning all foreigners from driving in Bali , some tourists and tourism stakeholders are understandably anxious about how and when these proposed changes will be bought into effect. 

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Damara told reporters that while the public dialogue has its positives, that action is what is needed now.

He noted that the conversation around sustainable vs. mass tourism and quality vs. low-quality tourism is nothing new. Damara reminded reporters that this discussion has been ebbing and flowing in academic circles in Bali since the 1980s. 

He said, “Now, the most important thing is the translation. Don’t just talk, considering that it was discussed in 1985. Incidentally, I am an alumnus of the Faculty of Tourism at Udayana University,”

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Damara voiced his concerns that a tourism quota could have a negative impact on small, independent hospitality businesses in Bali.

He explained that quotas should not inadvertently further concentrate tourism in Badung Regency, home to the island’s busiest resorts like Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Canggu, Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua. 

Damara continued, “This should also be a serious concern if the quota for foreign tourists on vacation to Bali is limited. Because in Bali tourism, local people also participate. They provide inn-class accommodation or small hotels.”

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As a key tourism stakeholder, Damara’s statements will have a big impact on the conversion at large. He warned that as the island continues to recover from the impacts of the plasmid, tourism should not be allowed to ‘die’ again. 

He concluded, “Be careful with applying restrictions on tourist quotas; you might go bankrupt later. That’s why we need to sit down and discuss it. What’s the formula like? Anticipate what kind of negative impact it will have.”

Governor Koster’s proposed tourism quotas would actually still permit millions of tourists to enter Bali every year. Despite a series of major policy change proposals in recent months, the provincial government is still keen to welcome 4.5 million international tourists to Bali this year. 

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During the announcement, the Governor explained how the tourism quotas, and other new policy changes, could look be implemented.

He explained, “[the quota] is limited to seven million foreign tourists, for example, per year, with certain criteria, so it’s tightened. For example…[tourists must show] a minimum [amount] of money to carry in savings. Don’t let [tourists] only bring IDR 10 million enough for a week and suddenly stay in Bali] for a month.”

For now, it remains the case that there is no limit to the number of tourists allowed into Bali , and there is no limit on the number of visa-on-arrivals that can be issued by the Department of Immigration online, or at the Ngurah Rai Immigration Offices at Bali Airport. 

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As a country, Indonesia is aiming to welcome over 7 million international visitors in 2023, with a local target of 4.5 million foreign tourists visiting Bali.

As the high season approaches, Bali is braced to welcome tens of thousands of travelers and holidaymakers to enjoy the best that the island has to offer. From the rolling surf of Canggu to the jungles of Ubud, from the sandy shores of Lovina to the exclusive resorts of Nusa Dun, Bali is open and welcoming and is still set to have the busiest year for tourism since the pandemic began. 

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Quote from this article: "As the dialogue around proposed tourism quotas and other major proposed policy changes like banning the visa on arrival for Russian and Ukrainian citizens". Well now that the cat is out of the bag, it would be difficult to reverse the visa on arrival for Russians citizens.

This issue should have been thought carefully entering post pandemic and before the nonsense war even began. Why ask questions later from the local authorities when they may know well something has already brewing out of Russia.

Indonesia not only shares a business relationship with Russia but also maintain close ties, like two brothers in love, that lasted for 77 years since being established in 1945. Russia was one of the first countries to recognize's sovereignty and independence from the Dutch after the end of World War II, alongside Egypt and other Arab states.

In 2019, Russia began issuing free e-visas allowing Indonesian citizens to visit St.Peterburg or the Leningrad region via certain entry points. That seemed easier than Western passport holders were to visit Russia before the war began

So now I can't visit my Indonesian grandchildren when I wan't to?

Paul Morris

Wednesday 10th of May 2023

Koster and his family stole so much money from the Balinese people it’s staggering, he didn’t give a rats that people were starving so long as he got richer. The Balinese people hate him and when the elections are held next year he will be thrown out of office.

@Paul Morris, yep

@Paul Morris, starving?? Hmmm, I have not seen any in Bali in past, present or post pandemic.

Surprisingly you did not say don't bite the hands that feeds you...in a nutshell that is. Btw, I personally do not think that way when visiting any country (rich, poor or developing) that may depend on tourism. It's not in my nature to judge a country with its own internal problems or conflicts of interests.

It’s not the number of tourists taken in it’s the quality. Flakes, Frauds, Spiritual Gangsters, War and Draft dodgers. Low life without resources. Illiterate surf instructors from land locked countries, Russian language waitresses, Seniors without pensions, Cheap Charlie’s on a tight budget. Bali has a problem because they don’t get the losers out.

@J West, Hey man, you forgot yoga instructors.

@J West, Your commets make no sense

Oh dear what next, already plans for extra levy on millions of tourists, apparently to stop bad behaviour of a few hundred tourists. Now a quota with proof of income. This effectively nullifies the attraction of visa on arrival. Many high end tourists will object to disclosing their financial status and imagine the logistics in administering the quota.

The way to limit tourism is to regulate future development and restrict to discrete non intrusive facilities in remote areas, and stop encouraging the building of huge beach clubs and expansion of the urban areas towards Tabanan.

Balinese Hindu religion and culture is very powerful and has resisted the impact of tourism. However, an important element of a culture is the natural environment which in Bali as we all know are the rice paddies and the Subak. This has been destroyed in many areas of Badung resulting in huge urbanization which is steadily increasing. You can travel all the way to Ubud without seeing a rice terrace, due to linear development and no green belt seperating villages. Carry on to Kintamani and almost no countryside until the Ceking terraces. What happened to protecting the mangrove with large scale development along the by - pass to Sanur. No policy on creating local parks and preserving areas for recreation or relaxing.

Just my opinion, worried for beautiful Bali

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Bali to Implement Quota System for Foreign Tourists

The governor of the Indonesian tourist island of Bali, Wayan Koster, has proposed instituting a quota system for foreign tourists, requiring them to register for their trip one year in advance. This move is in response to the rising number of foreign visitors who have been breaking the law and showing no regard for local culture.

Koster’s proposal has been met with mixed reactions from the tourism industry. Some businesses have expressed concern that it will hurt their bottom line, while others believe that it is necessary to protect Bali’s environment and culture.

The governor has defended his proposal, saying that it is necessary to ensure that Bali remains a sustainable and desirable tourist destination. He has also said that the quota system will help to attract higher-quality tourists who are more likely to respect local laws and customs.

Reasons for the Quota System

Koster has cited a number of reasons for proposing the quota system, including:

To reduce the number of tourists who are breaking the law and showing no regard for local culture. To protect Bali’s environment and culture from the negative impacts of mass tourism. To attract higher-quality tourists who are more likely to respect local laws and customs. To ensure that Bali remains a sustainable and desirable tourist destination. How the Quota System Will Work

Under the proposed quota system, foreign tourists would be required to register for their trip to Bali one year in advance. They would then be assigned a specific date to visit. The quota system would not apply to Indonesian citizens or to tourists from neighboring countries such as Malaysia and Singapore.

Concerns about the Quota System

Some businesses in the tourism industry have expressed concern that the quota system will hurt their bottom line. They argue that it will reduce the number of tourists visiting Bali and lead to job losses.

Other businesses are more supportive of the quota system, arguing that it is necessary to protect Bali’s environment and culture. They believe that the quota system will help to ensure that Bali remains a sustainable and desirable tourist destination.

The governor of Bali’s proposal to implement a quota system for foreign tourists has sparked a debate within the tourism industry. Some businesses are concerned that it will hurt their bottom line, while others believe that it is necessary to protect Bali’s environment and culture.

The quota system has not yet been finalized, and it is unclear when it will be implemented. However, it is clear that Koster is serious about addressing the problems caused by mass tourism.

Additional Thoughts

In addition to the reasons cited by Koster, there are a number of other potential benefits to implementing a quota system for foreign tourists in Bali. For example, the quota system could help to:

Reduce traffic congestion and pollution. Improve the quality of life for Balinese residents. Protect Bali’s natural resources. Promote more sustainable tourism practices. Of course, there are also some potential drawbacks to the quota system. For example, it could lead to higher prices for tourists and could make it more difficult for Balinese businesses to operate.

Overall, the decision of whether or not to implement a quota system for foreign tourists in Bali is a complex one. There are both potential benefits and drawbacks to consider. It is important to weigh all of the factors carefully before making a decision.

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Governor Koster’s Provincial Government is expected to introduce regulations to help ensure Bali attracts a better quality of tourist visitors using various measures, chiefly by limiting the total number of holiday visitors.

As reported by  NusaBali.com,  Governor Koster, speaking at a seminar on planning Bali’s future development for 2025-2125, warned: “Control tourism and avoid the cheap, mass tourism of the past. Because of this, a quota system must be put in place for foreign tourists. This is not yet in operation; provincial regulations must first be implemented.”

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Koster affirmed the need for the technical implementation of legislation to limit mass tourism, warning that any eventual rules will include specific quality criteria for those wishing to visit Bali. Adding: “Will the total number of foreign tourists be limited to just 7 million annually with specific tightened criteria? For instance, (visitors) must prove minimum amounts of money in their bank account. Don’t permit them to bring only Rp. 10 million sufficient for a week and then stay for one month.”

Reflecting on recent reports of unruly and misbehaving tourists in Bali, Governor Koster expressed his fears that they will engage in improper behavior once they deplete all their funds.

In anticipation of this problem, the Governor proposes that imposing quotas will be one solution. Continuing, the Governor assures that future regulations would not be targeted against specific countries but focus on limiting the total number of visitors. As a benchmark, the Governor is reportedly looking at the annual total of 6.3 million foreign tourists who visited Bali before the COVID-19 outbreak.

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“In the future, we will calculate (the number of tourists), but not like current tourism. Instead, we will seek quality tourism to safeguard Balinese culture’s dignity and local wisdom. The historical data will be reviewed to regulate future tourism,” said Governor Koster.

Echoing the comments of the Governor in favor of limiting future tourism is also the fifth President of Indonesia, Megawati Soekarnoputri, who attended the seminar on the coming century of development in Bali.

Megawati told the seminar that Bali’s roadmap for the next 100 years must be urgently designed. Regarding the current increase in foreign tourists misbehaving, the  Steering Committee for the National Innovation Research Agency (BRIN)  chairman and former President insists that revamping tourism is essential, especially given the behavior of foreign tourists who act as they please. “You can’t allow this, Governor Koster! While serving as governor, you must plan in detail what Bali will be like in the next 100 years. Many smart people are urging me to speak up, and I’ll assist through BRIN (doing) what is needed,” said Megawati.

Megawati, who serves as  PDIP chairperson , expressed irritation, anger, and rejection of foreign tourists misbehaving in Bali. Recently, in a location not far from her Bali residence, two foreign tourists from Poland were involved in an altercation with local community watch members ( pecalang ) after the tourist erected a tent in a beachside pavilion ( bale bengong ) where they intended to spend  Nyepi –  Bali’s day of mandated absolute silence. Regarding the incident, Megawati said: “I saw the viral video of these foreigners doing as they like on Nyepi – the day silence. What can they be thinking? I saw how the pacalang spoke quietly and politely to the foreigners. How can these foreigners act so arrogantly? This does not mean I am anti-foreigners. I don’t accept such behavior. Why do the Balinese allow such uncouth behavior?”

How can these foreigners act so arrogantly? This does not mean I am anti-foreigners. I don’t accept such behavior. Why do the Balinese allow such uncouth behavior?” Megawati Soekarnoputri, Former Indonesian President and PDIP Chairperson

Megawati compared Bali to Singapore, where tourists are required to follow local rules on waste disposal. The former President fears that Bali will eventually lose its culture and local wisdom if steps are not taken to regulate unruly behavior and protect the welfare of the native population. “How come we (allow foreign tourists to behave naughtily) merely because we want to make Bali a tourism destination? When people wanted to build an airport in Buleleng, North Bali. I say ‘no,’ the proposed airport was only intended for the upper middle class,” she said.

Megawati also took the occasion to complain about the small number of native Balinese who actually own large hotels on the Island.

The former President urged detailed plans be made for the coming century, clarifying what foreigners can and cannot do. She lamented that visitors are allowed to act in any manner they like. Megawati called for regulations to be drafted urgently and implemented to protect the Island’s dignity,

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Economies around the world have been badly affected by COVID-19 and together with global travel restrictions, economies, like Bali, which are reliant on tourism have been hit hard.

According to reporting from Antara News , Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, said that Bali’s tourism industry accounted for 50-percent of Indonesia’s foreign exchange after oil and gas, which amounts to around USD 20-billion per year.

Given the driving role of Bali in Indonesia’s tourism industry, several efforts have been made by the government to revive the tourism sector in Bali, starting from providing travel incentives, increasing travel programmes, and opening gates to domestic and foreign tourists. Now the World Health Organisation (WHO) has removed its global health emergency there lies an opportunity for a revival of Bali’s tourism industry. Based on Statistics Indonesia (BPS) of Bali’s records, in 2020, the province’s economy experienced a severe economic contraction of minus 9.31-percent; the lowest growth among provinces in Indonesia, say Antara News . Bali’s economy improved in 2021, even though its growth was still at minus 2.47-percent. In 2022, however, Bali’s economy recorded positive growth of 4.84-percent. An economic observer from the National Education University (Undiknas) of Denpasar, Ida Bagus Raka Suardana expressed optimism that tourism in Bali will grow significantly after the good news from the WHO. There are several steps that are needed to support the revival of Bali’s tourism, such as the dissemination of information and promotion to attract quality tourists, among others, suggest Antara News . Tourists who spend more money will benefit Bali’s tourism. One of the ways to attract quality tourists is increasing MICE or Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions tourism. MICE tourism is considered to be higher in terms of quality compared to mass tourism, which, even though it draws many tourists, is not yet balanced with significant spending. In the long-term, increasing the cost of the Visa on Arrival (VoA) scheme and the retribution fee on foreign tourists visiting Bali are also some steps that can be taken to push quality tourism and as of April 2023, as many as 92-countries have been extended the VoA facility by Indonesia, report Antara News . Director of the Center of Economic and Law Studies (Celios) Bhima Yudhistira said that apart from the quality of tourists, regional governments and tourism business actors need to ensure infrastructure development so as to be well-prepared in welcoming tourists. Then, stakeholders also need to increase the number of direct flights, tourism promotions, and international events that can present higher foreign exchange, for example, exhibitions and music events. What is also important is the role of Indonesia’s representatives abroad, such as embassies, in carrying out tourism promotions. Apart from that, maintaining security and comfort in the area is also needed as tourism requires a conducive environment to develop.   Tourist Quotas The Bali provincial government is currently preparing a regional regulation on imposing a quota for foreign tourist arrivals, which is aimed at attracting quality tourists, report Antara News . According to Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster, tourism control is aimed at preventing mass tourism. To this end, a quota system will be imposed on foreign tourists visiting Bali, he said. In 2019, before COVID-19, the number of foreign tourists visiting Bali reached 6.3-million. The Bali government has signaled that the regulation will cover several things, including a limit on the foreign tourist quota and a minimum amount of funds foreign tourists will be required to have in their savings accounts before they fly to Bali. The regulation will not limit the nationality of tourists, but will be more specific about the total number of arrivals, say Antara News . The plan to impose a foreign tourist quota in Bali has been proposed as a solution for promoting quality tourism and tackling the phenomenon of disruptive tourists and tourists who violate the law. The Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of Bali province has also expressed support for quality tourism in Bali. The Office’s Head Anggiat Napitupulu has also taken firm action against disruptive foreign tourists, such as those who violated the law and showed disrespect for the culture and local wisdom of Bali, in the form of deportation. Together with other institutions in the Foreigner Supervision Team, the Ministry of Law and Human Rights has also carried out the screening of disruptive tourists. According to Antara News , the immigration office in Bali deported 101-foreign nationals for a variety of issues including overstaying and violating norms in Indonesia, especially Bali from January to April 2023. Based on the records of the Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of Bali province, the highest number of foreign nationals who were deported were of Russian nationality. The deported tourists also included Nigerians, Ukrainians, and Japanese nationals. Encouraging tourism of better quality in Bali is not impossible, especially supported by the revocation of the COVID-19 global health emergency status. What is most important now is realizing quality tourism, which cannot be done by the Bali government alone, but will need support and commitment from all parties, including the community.

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Not a single international flight carrying tourists has landed in Bali, one of the world’s most popular destinations, and none are scheduled, even though Indonesia announced more than a week ago that the popular island was finally open again for tourists.

Arriving foreign tourists must spend their first five days in quarantine, but so far, hotels offering quarantine on the island report that no one has booked a room.

“We have been waiting every day for a week,” said Fransiska Handoko, vice chair of the Bali Hotels Association. “Where are they?”

Before the pandemic, tourism accounted for more than half of Bali’s economy but the island has been closed to foreign tourists since April 2020, leaving many workers desperate for income.

The Indonesian government abruptly reopened Bali on Oct. 14 to tourists from 19 countries who are fully vaccinated and test negative for the coronavirus. But it gave hotels and airlines little time to prepare and included numerous restrictions that make a Bali holiday unappealing.

Hotel operators say they have received many inquiries from abroad, but once they explain the rules, the callers lose interest.

One factor is the required five days of quarantine. Most Bali tourists come for a week, travel operators said, and don’t want to spend most of their visit confined to a hotel room.

“Two days’ holiday and spending most of the time in quarantine is nonsense,” said Wayan Adika, a reservation clerk at Bali Golden Tour, who has been fielding calls from around the world. “They think it’s better to wait until the quarantine requirement is revoked.”

Requiring even minimal quarantine has left Bali at a disadvantage in competing with other destinations. Thailand, for example, announced on Thursday that it would accept fully vaccinated tourists from 46 countries without quarantine starting Nov. 1.

Adding to the cost of a Bali trip, Indonesia will no longer issue free tourist visas. Instead, tourists must pay in advance for a visa that can cost $65 or more and entails a complicated application process.

Another deterrent for families has been a regulation barring children under 12 from entering Bali because they cannot be vaccinated. That rule will be lifted on Sunday.

Tourists arriving from the 19 nations, including China, India and Japan, must arrive on flights directly from their countries of origin. But most countries on the list, especially those in Western Europe, do not offer such flights.

Among those listed is the tiny European country of Liechtenstein, with a population of 38,000. Yet Indonesia excluded nearby Australia, whose travelers once flocked to Bali.

The regulations also are not easy on airlines. Indonesians traveling to Bali from overseas must fly first to Jakarta, leaving only non-Indonesian travelers to fill the Bali flights.

So far, no airline has scheduled a flight to bring tourists to Bali from abroad, according to a Bali airport spokesman, Taufan Yudhistira.

“We hope the government will re-evaluate the regulations,” said Rai Suryawijaya, Bali chairman of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association. “It is not productive when we are open but nobody is coming. If we are really open, we should make it easy.”

Richard C. Paddock has worked as a foreign correspondent in 50 countries on five continents with postings in Moscow, Jakarta, Singapore and Bangkok. He has spent nearly a dozen years reporting on Southeast Asia, which he has covered since 2016 as a contributor to The New York Times. More about Richard C. Paddock

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Bali Governor Wayan Koster mulls putting cap on tourist arrivals

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Bali Governor Wayan Koster has floated the idea of a “quota system” that would limit the number of travelers allowed to enter the island, citing concerns over misbehaving tourists.

Koster told reporters in Badung on Thursday evening that he was unhappy with the increasing number of tourists who flouted the rules and disrespected the local culture as Bali was recovering from the pandemic.

“We will no longer welcome mass tourism. We will restrict [tourist numbers] by implementing a quota system,” he said.

Koster explained that one possible quota system would require foreign tourists to register a year before their planned visit to Bali, and wait for their turn to be granted entry.

“If there is a quota, then people will have to queue. Those who want to come next year, can sign up from now. That’s the system we want to apply,” he said.

Koster singled out Russian tourists as the most problematic group in Bali , noting that 27 out of the 101 foreigners deported from the island since January were from Russia.

“If we let this go on, then we will only attract cheap tourists who maybe just eat nasi bungkus (rice dish wrapped in banana leaves or paper), rent motorbikes and break [traffic laws], and, lastly, steal from ATMs,” he said.

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Bali Mulls Implementing Quota System for Foreign Tourists

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  • 09:21, 7 May 2023

Bali’s Provincial Government intends to adopt a quota system for foreign tourists visiting the Island of the Gods soon. This quota system regulation will be implemented to avoid misbehaving foreigners who may harm Bali’s native culture. 

Addressing a conference on planning Bali’s future growth in 2025-2125 on Thursday, the 4th of May 2023, in Badung, Bali, Governor Koster warned, “(To) Control tourism and avoid the cheap, mass tourism of the past; as a result, a quota system for foreign tourists must be put in place. The quota system regulation is not yet in operation; provincial regulations must first be enforced.”

“Will the total number of foreign visitors be limited to just 7 million annually with specific tightened criteria? For example, visitors must prove minimum amounts of money in their bank accounts, prohibiting them from bringing only Rp. 10 million sufficient for a week and then staying for one month,” Koster explained.

As part of the mass tourism system, the number of foreign visitors to Bali will be capped at a quota set by the Governor of Bali I Wayan Koster’s administration., The Governor told the press that “the quota system will be implemented for the next 100 years.”

Koster stated that imposing the quota system also intends to prevent other problems such as foreign tourists seeking employment in Bali or starting a business with a tourist visa because they run out of money while on holiday in Bali.

“If we allow it to continue, Bali will only attract two penny tourists. Most of them eat rice packages and ride motorcycles, and they break traffic laws. In the end, they will end up dismantling the ATMs,” Koster explained.

Koster argues that an in-depth approach to the issue of unruly foreign tourists is necessary to alleviate the frustration that the Balinese people are experiencing due to these foreigners’ bad behaviour.

The Provincial Government of Bali will discuss the quota system and the exact numbers with the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) and all relevant stakeholders.

“Get on the list now if you want to visit Bali next year. The system will be employed shortly, but the quota will be addressed later. We will assess our team’s capacity, strength, and capabilities in Bali first,” Koster stated

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Bali introduces IDR150,000 tourism levy from February 14, 2024

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This initiative is designed to contribute to the preservation and continuation of the island's unique cultural heritage while reinforcing its dedication to sustainable tourism.

Commencing February 14, 2024, international visitors to Bali will be subject to a one-time fee of IDR150,000 (USD 10). Please note the one-time payment is per each visit/arrival into Bali and applies to adults and children of all ages.  International visitors are encouraged to conveniently settle this payment via the Love Bali website or App prior to their arrival. Upon payment, a tourism levy voucher will be sent via email, and the QR code can be downloaded to smartphones, or printed for scanning at checkpoints in Bali Airport and sea ports. There will also be Bank counters available at the Bali International Aiport, for those that are unable to pay online before arrival.  Cashless transactions only. 

The following visa categories automatically receive exemption from the foreign tourism levy without needing to apply: A. diplomatic and official visa holders, B. conveyance crew, C. KITAS and KITAP holders, D.family unification visas, and E.student visa holders.  F.Golden Visa Holders and G. holders of other visa types are only exempt from payment after applying for receiving approval on the official Love Bali website/app. 

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Bali to charge new entry fee for tourists

Foreign tourists who plan on visiting Bali from next year will have to pay a new entry fee. Here’s more details…

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A new levy for Bali tourists

The beautiful island paradise of Bali will soon start charging foreign tourists an entry fee to visit the island.

The new entry fee , said to be implemented from February 2024 , will be used to to fund sustainability efforts on the island including coral reef conservation, mangrove rehabilitation and other projects, reports Travel News .

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The fee will cost I DR150 000 or R183 per person for entry to Bali and will have to be paid before or at the time of arrival.

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Tourists have also been getting the boot from Bali all year-long,  Travel News  reported, after they were caught behaving badly, disrespecting local culture and religion, overstaying visas and violating visa rules.

From January to May 2023, over 130 international tourists were deported from the island because of misconduct ranging from illegal cryptocurrency trading, breaching tourist visa rules, desecration at sacred monuments to public indecency, attempting to pass off fake visas and identities and illegally engaging in business.

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To help curtail the issue, Governer of Bali, Wayan Koster, recently announced that he has plans to implement a quota system where foreign tourists planning to visit the region would have to register for their trip a year in advance.

“We will no longer welcome mass tourism. We will restrict tourist numbers by implementing a quota system. If there is a quota, then people will have to queue. Those who want to come next year, can sign up from now. That’s the system we want to apply,” Koster said.

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Bali’s New Tourist Tax: What You Need to Know Before Your Next Trip

① introduction of tourist tax in bali.

B ali, Indonesia , is a world-renowned vacation destination. From January to November of last year, the island attracted 4.8 million tourists. People from many countries visit to enjoy their holidays.

The allure of a Bali vacation is immense. Emerald beaches, pristine white sands, affordable prices, local cuisine, breathtaking sunsets, and luxurious resorts are more than enough to captivate the hearts of travelers. However, with millions of tourists visiting, the consequent issues are of serious concern.

With the increase in tourists, the Bali provincial government has announced the introduction of a tourism contribution fee. The authorities have stated that the tax collected from foreign tourists will be used to protect the island’s environment and improve infrastructure. The tourism contribution fee does not apply to Indonesians.

The tourism contribution fee is set at 150,000 rupiah, which is about $9.7 per person in US dollars. This fee is charged once during your trip to Bali. If you leave and re-enter the country, you must pay again. While you can pay the tourism contribution fee upon arrival at the airport, paying it online in advance is recommended due to potential congestion.

You can pay with a credit card on the website (lovebali.baliprov.go.id) or via the app “Love Bali.” Upon payment of the tourism contribution fee, you will receive a QR code via email as proof of payment.

After arriving in Bali, you need to present this QR code.

Diplomats, official passport holders, flight crew, long-term visas, golden visas, and student visa holders are exempt from the tourist tax. If you fail to pay the tourism contribution fee, you can face administrative sanctions from the Indonesian Tourism Agency and Immigration Office.

② The Tax was Considered for Several Years

Bali authorities declared in 2019 that they had been considering imposing a tax. The plan was to raise funds to address environmental pollution and cultural heritage damage caused by the influx of millions of tourists. The surge in tourists has led Bali to face serious environmental pollution issues.

In 2019, around 3,800 tons of garbage was produced daily on Bali Island, with only 60% landfilled. Indonesia is the second-largest marine polluter in the world after China. Over 200,000 tons of garbage flow into the sea each year. During the rainy season, the amount of beach litter increases even more.

The authorities have banned plastic products to reduce garbage and address environmental pollution. However, disposable items are still being used in Bali. Some have expressed concerns that introducing the tourist tax could reduce the number of tourists. However, Wayan Koster, the governor of Bali, stated, “If we use the tourist tax for Bali’s culture and environment, we can build better infrastructure,” and “it will help attract tourists.”

③ Increase in Incidents and Accidents with More Tourists

The surge in tourists visiting Bali is causing more problems than just about garbage. Infrastructure is lacking, and the behavior of some tourists is causing headaches. The authorities have even had to deport dozens of tourists for disrupting public order.

In Bali, an etiquette guide for tourists was introduced last June. Foreign tourists arriving at the airport receive a guide on “12 duties and 8 prohibitions for foreigners.” The guide advises avoiding wearing skimpy clothes and asks to wear traditional clothing when entering temples. It emphasizes not to visit sacred spaces within temples and not to touch statues of religious significance.

The guide also advises wearing appropriate clothing in public places. Moreover, the guide contains common-sense content that anyone can understand.

In Bali, incidents and accidents involving foreign tourists are unending. Recently, a Russian tourist was banned from entering the country after taking a commemorative photo with his pants down on Mount Agung. A Russian woman was deported for taking nude photos in a 700-year-old Banyan tree at the Babakan Temple.

A German tourist stripped and interrupted a traditional ceremony at a Bali temple. A foreign tourist who posted a photo of himself meditating naked in a temple also caused controversy. An Australian tourist who rode a motorcycle without a helmet caused a disturbance when caught by the police. The police even arrested a Korean tourist on suspicion of damaging Hindu offerings.

As these incidents and accidents continue, Bali police have deployed three units to supervise foreign tourists specifically. With the increase in problems caused by foreign tourists, the governor of Bali has urged them to maintain decorum.

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The government of Bali says that they are planning to introduce a quota system or cap on tourist numbers. Here’s what that means…

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Bali to cap tourists

The governer of one of the most popular island destinations in the world, Bali, has plans to implement a quota system where foreign tourists planning to visit the region would have to register for their trip a year in advance.

ALSO READ: Travelling to Bali? VFS Global now fast tracks Visas on Arrival

According to eTurbo news , Wayan Koster, Bali governer, has claimed to be unhappy with the rising number of foreign visitors to the island, who break the law and have no regard for local culture.

“We will no longer welcome mass tourism. We will restrict tourist numbers by implementing a quota system. If there is a quota, then people will have to queue. Those who want to come next year, can sign up from now. That’s the system we want to apply,” Koster said.

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The system would be in place for the long term and would mean that travellers would have to wait in turn to visit Bali.

Visitor numbers have recently risen to over 300 000 a month since the beginning of 2023, and has led to some tension with locals, who have spoken out about the increased traffic, pollution and a general lack of respect for local Hindu traditions and culture.

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The governer also recently revealed a new ‘no sex law’ which was approved by Indonesian government, which will be making it’s way to Bali in the next few years.

This law, dubbed the ‘Bali bonk ban’, will essentially outlaw sex outside marriage.

Tourists, however, will not be prosecuted for sex outside marriage in the country, as it will only apply to Indonesians and visiting foreigners.

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“The new code, which will apply to Indonesians and visiting foreigners alike and has prompted alarm from human rights campaigners, will also prohibit cohabitation between unmarried couples,”  the Guardian  claimed.

While the law would technically apply to locals and foreigners in the country, officials have tried to quell the fears of tourists who are afraid of being prosecuted.

“Bali is Bali as usual, which is comfortable and safe to be visited,” Bali Governor Wayan Koster said.

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