Bali Entry Regulations: Visa Application + Tourism Tax Payment System Launched

Overview of Bali’s New Tourism Tax Regulations

Bali Governor Wayan Koster announced that to increase local revenue and improve tourism management, the Tourism Tax (or Tourist Levy) will officially be incorporated into the visa application process.

Currently, although foreign tourists are required to pay 150,000 Indonesian Rupiah (approximately NT$300 / about USD$10), the actual payment rate is only around 35%. This has resulted in the local government losing trillions of Indonesian Rupiah in potential annual revenue.

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Why Integrate the Tourism Tax into the Visa System?

Currently, tourists need to use three different platforms:

1. The e-Visa system
2. The tourism tax payment website LoveBali
3. The All Indonesia form to be filled out before entry

This process has caused inconvenience for many travelers and led some to skip the tax payment step.

Therefore, Koster proposed that the Directorate General of Immigration take charge of collecting the tourism tax, allowing it to be paid together with the visa fee.

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Government and Tourism Industry Collaboration

Koster has discussed this reform with Indonesian Minister of Law and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra, receiving positive feedback.

Meanwhile, 354 member agencies of the Indonesian Association of Travel Agencies (ASITA) have joined the program as official payment points, each receiving a 3% commission as an incentive.

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Payment Methods and Changes After New System Implementation

Currently, payments can still be made through the LoveBali website or app (App Store / Google Play).

However, once the new system is in place, tax payment will be directly linked to visa applications, making evasion impossible.

It is estimated that this will generate nearly 1 trillion Indonesian Rupiah annually for Bali, to be used for:

• Environmental protection
• Infrastructure improvements
• River restoration and maintenance

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Bali Government’s Long-Term Vision

The local government has stated that this new revenue will be earmarked specifically to promote Sustainable Tourism.

With stable funding sources, transportation, public facilities, and environmental quality will be further improved to ensure Bali continues to attract global tourists.

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FAQ

Q1. What is the Bali tourism tax?

A1. The tourism tax is 150,000 Indonesian Rupiah, approximately USD$10.

Q2. When will the new policy take effect?

A2. It is expected to be fully integrated into the visa application process by the end of 2025.

Q3. Can I pay the tourism tax at the airport?

A3. Yes, but in the future, payment will primarily be completed along with the visa.

Q4. Should I keep the receipt after paying the tourism tax?

A4. It is recommended to keep an electronic receipt for verification upon entry.

Q5. What is the tourism tax used for?

A5. Primarily used for environmental conservation, infrastructure development, and tourism facility improvements.

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