🏝️💸 Bali Tourism Tax 2025: What International Visitors Need To Know

Planning a Bali getaway in 2025? Here is a clear, up-to-date explanation of the Bali tourism tax (also called the international tourism levy), written for travelers who want a smooth arrival and a sustainable holiday.

🌋 What is the Bali tourism tax?

Bali’s provincial government has introduced an international tourism levy that applies to foreign visitors entering the island. The levy is charged and managed at the provincial level, separate from Indonesia’s national visa system. It is sometimes referred to as the “Bali tourist tax”, “Bali tourism levy”, or “international tourism levy”.

The levy officially took effect on 14 February 2024 and continues in 2025 as a standard requirement for international visitors. Each foreign traveler must pay a fixed amount in Indonesian Rupiah when entering Bali, regardless of nationality or length of stay. The policy is designed to generate funding to protect Bali’s culture, improve public services, and support more sustainable tourism on the island.

Payment is linked to a QR code system managed through Bali’s official Love Bali website and app, where visitors can pay before arrival and present their QR voucher at checkpoints when they reach the island.

💰 How much is the tax and when do you pay it?

As of 2025, the Bali tourism tax is set at IDR 150,000 per person, per entry into Bali province. This amount is roughly equivalent to around 10 USD, 15 AUD, or 9 EUR, depending on exchange rates. The levy is a one-time charge for each entry, not a nightly hotel fee.

The levy is due when you enter Bali, whether you arrive directly from overseas or fly in from another Indonesian province. If your itinerary includes leaving Bali and then returning again (for example, Jakarta → Bali → Lombok → Bali), you should expect to pay the levy each time you re-enter Bali province.

If you pay online through the official Love Bali system, there may be a small additional processing fee on top of the IDR 150,000 levy, depending on your chosen payment method and currency. This is visible before you confirm payment.

✨ Quick planning tip

Treat the levy like a fixed “entry contribution” to Bali, just like a visa fee. Add it into your trip budget alongside your visa on arrival, airport transfers, and first-night accommodation. Paying it before you fly makes your arrival process easier and reduces the risk of delays at the airport.

🧳 Who must pay, and who is exempt?

The levy mainly targets foreign tourists visiting Bali for leisure, holidays, or short stays. In general, you must pay the Bali tourism tax if:

You are a foreign citizen entering Bali, regardless of your country of origin.
You arrive directly from abroad or via another Indonesian province (for example, transiting through Jakarta or Surabaya before flying into Bali).
You travel with children or infants; the levy is charged per person without automatic age-based exemptions.

Some categories of visitors are exempt automatically or can apply for an exemption. Typical exempt groups include:

Holders of Indonesian temporary stay permits (KITAS) and permanent stay permits (KITAP).
Holders of diplomatic or official visas.
Foreigners holding a family unification or student visa.
Crew members of ships or aircraft who are working rather than holidaying.

In addition, some visitors holding special long-term or non-tourist visas (such as certain “golden visas” or business visas) may apply for an exemption in advance through the official system, usually at least several days before arrival.

If you are unsure whether your visa class is exempt, the safest approach is:

Check the latest information on the official Love Bali website.
Confirm with your airline, visa agent, or local sponsor before departure.
Be prepared to pay the levy on arrival if your exemption is not recognised at the checkpoint.

📲 How to pay via Love Bali website or app

Bali’s provincial government encourages visitors to pay online before they land, using the Love Bali platform. This reduces queues at the airport and ensures you already have your QR voucher ready when you reach immigration and tourism levy checkpoints.

Step-by-step: Paying online before you travel

Visit the official website Love Bali or download the Love Bali app from your smartphone’s app store.
Choose the payment currency and method. The platform supports major international cards (such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express) and local options like bank transfer or QRIS where available.
Enter your personal details exactly as shown in your passport: full name, passport number, nationality, email address, and expected arrival date in Bali.
Select the number of travelers you are paying for. Families or groups can process payment together in one transaction and receive a batch of QR codes.
Confirm the total amount: IDR 150,000 per person plus any small online processing fee. Complete the payment.
Check your email inbox (and spam folder) for your levy voucher. The email will contain a QR code for each traveler. Download it to your phone or print it out.

Paying on arrival in Bali

If you did not manage to pay online, you can pay the levy after arriving in Bali at designated payment counters in the airport or sea ports. Look for “Tourism Levy” or “Love Bali” desks after immigration and follow the onsite instructions. Payments can usually be made in Indonesian Rupiah and, in some cases, by card.

After payment, you will receive a levy voucher or QR code that can be scanned at checkpoints. Keep this accessible during your stay, especially if you expect spot checks at certain tourist sites or when departing Bali.

🌿 How the levy supports culture and sustainable tourism

Bali introduced the tourism levy with a clear intention: to protect what makes the island special and to manage tourism in a more sustainable way. The funds collected are earmarked for initiatives such as:

Preserving Balinese culture, arts, temples, and traditional ceremonies.
Protecting natural ecosystems, beaches, coral reefs, and forests.
Improving public infrastructure and tourism-related services, including waste management and public transport.
Enhancing information services and visitor education about respectful and responsible travel behavior.

In simple terms, the levy is designed to ensure that every visitor makes a small contribution to keeping Bali clean, beautiful, and culturally vibrant. Rather than being just another fee, it is part of Bali’s broader strategy to move toward higher-quality, more sustainable tourism that benefits both local communities and visitors.

🌍 How Bali’s tourism tax compares to other destinations

Many destinations now charge some form of tourist tax or environmental fee. Bali’s tourism levy is relatively modest when you compare both the amount and the structure with well-known examples like Venice or Bhutan.

Destination	Type of tax	Typical amount	How it is charged	Key purpose
Bali, Indonesia	International tourism levy	IDR 150,000 per visitor per entry (about 10 USD)	One-time payment when entering Bali province, via Love Bali website/app or at airport/port	Support cultural preservation, environmental protection, and tourism infrastructure
Venice, Italy	Day-tripper access fee plus overnight accommodation tax	Access fee usually 5 EUR, rising to 10 EUR for late bookings on selected peak days; separate per-night hotel tax	Charged to non-overnight visitors on specific dates and hours; hotel tax added per night for overnight guests	Control overtourism in the historic center, fund city maintenance and services
Bhutan	Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)	Typically around 100 USD per person per night for most international tourists	Charged per night as part of visa and tour arrangements	Fund environmental conservation, cultural protection, education, and public services

Compared with these destinations, Bali’s tourism levy is relatively simple: a flat fee per entry rather than a nightly charge. For most holiday budgets, the levy is a small percentage of total trip cost, especially compared with airfare and accommodation.

🧭 Practical tips for visitors to Bali

To keep your arrival smooth and avoid confusion about the tourism tax, consider the following suggestions when planning your trip.

Pay online a few days before departure. This gives you time to resolve any payment issues and ensures your QR code is ready in your email and on your phone.
Save both a digital and printed copy. Internet connections can be unstable on arrival. Taking a screenshot of the QR code and printing a backup can save time at checkpoints.
Coordinate with your visa arrangements. Remember that the tourism levy is separate from Indonesia’s visa on arrival or e-visa. You may need to pay both, so plan your budget and documents accordingly.
Plan for multiple entries. If your itinerary includes leaving Bali and coming back (for example, a side trip to Java or other provinces), note that you may need to pay the levy again when you re-enter Bali.
Check for the latest updates. Regulations can evolve. Before each trip, quickly check the official Bali government or Love Bali pages and your airline’s travel advisory.
See the levy as an investment in your experience. The fee is designed to help Bali manage waste, protect nature, and maintain temples and cultural sites that you will likely visit. In that sense, you are co-investing in keeping Bali beautiful for your own holiday and for future visitors.

❓ FAQ: Three common questions about Bali’s tourism tax

1. Do children and infants need to pay the Bali tourism tax?

Yes. The levy amount is calculated per person and typically applies to all foreign visitors, including children and infants, unless they fall into a specific exempt category (for example, certain non-tourist visas). Families should therefore budget IDR 150,000 for every member of the traveling party when entering Bali.

2. What happens if I forget or refuse to pay the levy?

The tourism levy is a legal requirement for foreign visitors. If you arrive without having paid online, you will normally be directed to pay at the airport or port before proceeding. In principle, visitors who refuse to pay may be denied entry to Bali, and spot checks can be carried out during your stay. To avoid stress or delays, it is strongly recommended to pay through the official channels before or at the time of entry.

3. Is the Bali tourism tax permanent?

The levy was introduced in February 2024 without a fixed end date and continues in 2025 as part of Bali’s long-term tourism management strategy. While details such as payment methods, exemptions, or enforcement mechanisms may evolve, it is reasonable to assume that some form of tourism levy will remain in place as Bali invests more heavily in sustainable tourism, infrastructure, and cultural preservation.

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