Bali tightened up its rules for 2026, and a few of them can catch you out at the airport if you don't know about them. Here's a clear, no-fluff rundown of what's new — the tourist tax, entry checks and the code of conduct — so you arrive ready.
1. The Bali tourist tax (IDR 150,000)
Every foreign visitor now pays a one-time tourist levy of IDR 150,000 — roughly USD 10 — per entry into Bali. It's a flat fee no matter how long you stay, and it applies to everyone, including children and infants.
How to pay it:
- Pay online before you fly through the official Love Bali website or app, or
- Pay at Bali airport after immigration and baggage claim.
Once paid, you get a QR code receipt. Save it on your phone — officials can ask to scan it at popular tourist sites, and enforcement got noticeably stricter in 2026.
Tip: paying online before departure means you skip the airport queue entirely. Residency-permit (KITAS/KITAP), diplomatic and student-visa holders can apply for an exemption via Love Bali, but the request must go in at least a month before arrival.
2. Stricter entry checks
Bali is asking some arrivals to show proof of onward/return travel, accommodation details, and proof of funds for the trip. For Pakistani passport holders this sits on top of the mandatory Indonesia tourist e-Visa (there's still no visa-on-arrival for Pakistan). Have your e-Visa PDF, hotel bookings and return ticket ready — printed and on your phone.
3. The tourist code of conduct
Bali published a set of dos and don'ts aimed at protecting its culture and temples. The essentials:
- Dress respectfully at temples — cover shoulders and knees; wear the sarong provided.
- Don't climb or touch sacred trees, shrines or statues for photos.
- Behave respectfully around ceremonies and offerings (the little flower baskets on the ground).
- On a scooter: wear a helmet, carry a valid licence (an International Driving Permit) and don't ride without one.
- Use licensed guides and authorised money changers.
Breaking the big ones can mean fines or being asked to leave, so it's worth a two-minute read before you go.
The easy way to skip all of this
On our Bali group trip, the boring-but-important stuff — e-Visa, the tourist levy, temple etiquette, licensed transport — is handled for you. You just turn up and enjoy Bali.
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Rules and fees can change — always confirm current requirements on official sources before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Bali tourist tax in 2026?+
It is IDR 150,000 per person (about USD 10), paid once per entry. It applies to all foreign visitors, including children.
How do I pay the Bali tourist tax?+
Pay online before you fly via the official Love Bali website or app, or at Bali airport after immigration. You get a QR code receipt to keep on your phone.
Do Pakistani travellers still need a visa for Bali?+
Yes. Pakistani passport holders need an Indonesia tourist e-Visa arranged online before departure. There is no visa-on-arrival for Pakistan.
Is the tourist tax included in your group trip?+
Yes. On our Bali group trip the levy, e-Visa and temple etiquette are all handled for you.
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