Tourist Levy for Bali - BaliTTGo.com

Planning a trip to Bali? To take a trip to the exotic Indonesian island, you need to pay a “Tourist Levy”.

This new tourist tax for Bali is part of the Love Bali scheme, which focuses on sustainability and conservation.

You can complete the Bali tourist tax online here at Bali Tourist Tax Go so that you’ll be all ready for your vacation.

What is the Bali Tourist Levy?

The levy is a tax that you have to pay to visit the island of Bali.

Here’s what you need to know about the Bali tourist tax:

Mandatory for all foreign visitors
Required every time you travel to Bali
Funds conservation of Bali’s environment and culture
Levy paid online

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Who has to pay Bali’s Tourist Levy?

All foreign nationals travelling to Bali must pay the tourist tax, except for residents of Indonesia who meet certain criteria.

Despite its name, it is not a Bali tax for tourists alone. You have to pay the levy for any visit, including for the following purposes:

Tourism
Visiting family members or friends
Business
Transit

Do I have to pay the tourist tax when arriving in Bali from another part of Indonesia?

Yes — unless you’re exempt for being a resident of the country, you have to pay the tourist tax wherever you are travelling from.

This includes when arriving from other islands in Indonesia.

Why do I have to pay a tourist tax for Bali?

The new Bali tourist tax was introduced to promote sustainable tourism.

It is one of the measures under “Love Bali” — a program started by the Indonesian government to fund conservation efforts for the island.

Money raised from the Tourist Levy is used for the following:

Nature conservation — protecting the environment and wildlife on Bali
Preservation of historical monuments and temples
Supporting and protecting Bali’s cultural heritage
Funding and promoting cultural events and practices
Improving infrastructure — including land, sea, and air travel

Why use Bali Tourist Tax Go to process the Tourist Levy for Bali?

We provide a service that is designed to make paying Bali’s new tourist tax go without a hitch.

When you go through our site, the process is quick and easy.

Plus, you can enjoy the following benefits:

Streamlined form

Maximum convenience
Quick to complete

Error-checking

Avoid issues and delays
Checked by experts
Chance to correct mistakes
Best chance of getting approved

Request a refund

If your payment is denied
Exclusive — refunds not offered by the Indonesian government

Rapid processing

Confirmation within 2 days max.
Confirmation within 1 hour max. with Priority Processing

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What’s more, we also offer a Fee Protection service for a small extra fee. This ensures you are entitled to a full refund if your trip is canceled due to certain circumstances, even if your Bali tourist tax payment has already been processed (up to 120 days after payment).

What is Love Bali?

Love Bali is a project that promotes conservation of both nature and culture on the island.

The initiative was set up by the Bali Provincial Government as part of its “Comprehensive Development Plan”. The legislation for the policy is regulated in Regional Regulation of Bali Province Number 6 of 2023.

The Tourist Levy is a major part of the Love Bali project. The money brought in by the tax is used to pay for conservation efforts, cultural initiatives, and improvements to infrastructure on the island.

FAQs about the Bali tourist tax

Need to know more? Learn more about the Tourist Levy with these frequently asked questions.

Do you have to pay a fee to get into Bali?

Yes, you have to pay a tax called the “Tourist Levy”. Foreign nationals must pay the levy before arriving on the island of Bali and show proof of payment on arrival.

Is the Bali Tourist Levy mandatory?

Yes, you must pay the Tourist Levy to travel to Bali.

Exceptions include if you are a national of Indonesia or hold one of the following:

Permanent or temporary residence permit (KITAS or KITAP)
Family unification visa
Student visa
Golden visa
Diplomatic visa
Official visa

Conveyance crew members are also exempt.

Do you have to pay to exit Bali?

No, there is no exit tax when leaving Bali. There is only an entry tax to pay before you arrive on the island.

How to pay a tourism levy?

You complete Bali’s tourism levy online. You can do it right here with Bali Tourist Tax Go. Enter your details and use a credit or debit card to pay the levy fee.

What happens if I don't pay Bali tourist tax?

If you enter Bali without having paid the tourist tax, you’ll receive a warning and may be refused entry.

Multiple offences will result in you being banned from coming to Bali in the future.

How much is the entry tax to Bali?

The Tourist Levy costs IDR150,000 (approx. USD$10 / AUD$15), with an additional service fee if you complete it with Bali Tourist Tax Go.

In return, you will benefit from our error-checking experts and refund guarantee — something the Indonesian government site does not offer.

Is the Bali Tourist Levy a visa?

No, the Tourist Levy for Bali is not the same as a visa. If you need a visa to travel to Bali, you must apply for this separately.

All foreign visitors need the Tourist Levy, and most nationalities need a visa as well. However, some nationalities may enter visa-free, but must still pay the tourist tax.

It is worth noting that there is no Bali-specific visa. If you need a visa in addition to paying the tax, you have to get an Indonesian visa, since Bali is part of Indonesia.

How will I receive confirmation of my Bali Tourist Levy?

You’ll get an email with confirmation and a Tourist Levy voucher.

Do I need any documents to prove I’ve paid the tourist tax for Bali?

When your levy has been processed and accepted, you’ll get an email with confirmation. This will contain a Levy voucher, which has a QR code.

Bring this with you to Bali, as the border control officer will most likely ask to see it.