Why Bali Is More Than Just a Destination
Bali Tourist Levy is not just another travel requirement. It is a reflection of how deeply Bali values its culture, land, and future.
For many travelers, Bali is more than a pin on the map. It is the scent of incense drifting from temple gates at dawn. It is farmers greeting the sun in Tegallalang’s rice terraces. It is ceremonies that quietly remind us that life here moves in harmony with nature.
As a Balinese born and raised on this island, I have seen how tourism can be both a blessing and a burden. That is why the Bali Provincial Government introduced the Foreign Tourist Levy, an initiative designed to protect what makes Bali feel alive rather than overrun.
This levy is not about restriction. It is about responsibility.
What Is the Bali Foreign Tourist Levy?
Effective from February 14, 2024, every foreign visitor entering Bali is required to pay a one-time fee of IDR 150,000 per person. This applies regardless of how long you stay or how often you move around the island.
The policy is regulated under Law Number 15 of 2023 and is built upon three core pillars:
- Preserve Heritage Safeguarding Balinese customs, rituals, arts, and local wisdom that have survived for centuries.
- Nurture Nature Protecting beaches, forests, rivers, and sacred landscapes that form the spiritual backbone of Bali.
- Elevate Experience Improving tourism governance, infrastructure, and visitor safety so travel feels meaningful rather than chaotic.
In simple terms, the Bali Tourist Levy is an investment in balance.
How to Pay the Bali Tourist Levy Step by Step
To ensure a smooth arrival, the government strongly recommends paying before you fly to Bali.
For Individual Travelers
- Visit lovebali.baliprov.go.id or download the Love Bali App from the Play Store or App Store.
- Enter your passport number, full name as shown on your passport, email address, and arrival date.
- Select your preferred payment method: Visa, Mastercard, JCB, AMEX, BCA Virtual Account, or QRIS.
- Receive your Levy Voucher via email.
- Save the QR code on your phone and present it when requested at checkpoints.
For Group Bookings or Travel Agents
Travel agents or tour operators can register as an Endpoint on the Love Bali platform. This allows payment management for up to 500 travelers in one transaction, making it ideal for group tours and corporate travel.
Who Is Exempt from the Bali Tourist Levy?
Certain visitors are exempt from paying the levy, including:
- Diplomatic and official visa holders
- Crew members of transportation services
- KITAS and KITAP holders
- Family unification visa holders
- Student visa holders
- Golden Visa holders
Important: Exempt travelers must still apply for exemption approval through the Love Bali system at least five days before arrival.
Why Your Contribution Truly Matters
When you pay the Bali Tourist Levy, you are not funding bureaucracy. You are funding continuity.
Your IDR 150,000 supports cleaner beaches, temple restoration, cultural education, and community-based tourism programs that keep villages thriving rather than displaced.
By joining the #BaliLegacyJourney, you step into Bali not just as a guest, but as a temporary guardian of the island.
Share your journey, your respect, and your mindful moments using #BaliLegacyJourney, and help redefine what responsible travel looks like.
Conclusion and Call to Action
Do not let small formalities cloud your island escape. Take a few minutes to secure your Bali Tourist Levy voucher before departure and arrive with peace of mind.
You will land knowing that your presence contributes to Bali’s future, not just its popularity.
Pay Your Bali Tourist Levy Now
For assistance, contact official support via WhatsApp at +62 821 5758 6600 or email lovebali@baliprov.go.id
Travel well. Tread gently. Bali will thank you.
