Tourist Levy for Bali - BaliTTGo.com

The Bali Tourist Levy is a compulsory entry tax for foreign visitors travelling to Bali. You can pay on arrival, but to skip queues, you’re recommended to pay online in advance.

Bali Tourist Tax Go helps you make the payment quickly and easily. We’re a private agency, built to make preparing for your trip simpler.

What it is: A mandatory tax for most foreign visitors travelling to Bali
How much it costs: IDR 150,000 (around £7) per person for each visit to Bali
How to pay: Pay online and receive your QR-code voucher by email

Bali’s Tourist Levy at a glance

Key information	Details
Cost	IDR 150,000 per person
Who pays	All foreign visitors, including minors
Validity	Valid for one visit; you need to pay again for each new trip to Bali
Where to pay	Online before travel, including through Bali Tourist Tax Go

Who has to pay Bali’s Tourist Levy?

Almost all foreign visitors need to pay the Bali Tourist Tax.

This includes travel for:

Tourism
Visiting family or friends
Business
Transit

To qualify for an exemption, you must hold one of the following types of permits:

Permanent or temporary residence permit (KITAS or KITAP)
Family unification or student visa
Golden or diplomatic visa

Conveyance crew members and Indonesian nationals are also exempt. All other travelers must pay the levy.

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

Yes. Arriving from another part of Indonesia does not remove the requirement, unless you are exempt or have already paid the levy during the same trip.

You can pay the levy before travelling to Bali or during your stay. It only needs to be paid once per trip, before you leave Indonesia.

Why do I have to pay a Tourist Tax for Bali?

The Bali Tourist Levy supports the protection of the island’s culture and natural environment. It also contributes to sustainable tourism and improvements to destinations popular with visitors.

The levy forms part of the Love Bali initiative managed by the Bali Provincial Government. It was implemented under Bali Province Regional Regulation No. 6 of 2023, as amended by Regional Regulation No. 2 of 2025.

Your payment helps preserve Bali’s cultural institutions and natural environment.

Why use Bali Tourist Tax Go?

Our online service is designed to make completing your Bali Tourist Levy payment quick and straightforward. We offer a range of benefits not covered by the official government provider:

Pay Tourist Tax

Not sure about your travel plans? Our add-on Insurance service protects your Tourist Tax fee if your plans change. You can request a refund of your levy fee up to 120 days after you pay if you decide not to travel.

FAQs about the Bali Tourist Tax

Is there an exit tax when leaving Bali?

No, there is no separate exit tax when leaving Bali. The Tourist Levy can be paid before travelling to Bali or during your stay, but only needs to be paid once per trip.

How can I pay the Bali Tourist Levy?

You can pay the levy online through Bali Tourist Tax Go for guided support. Alternatively, you can pay at counters at Bali’s airports and ports and participating payment points on the island, or through the government portal.

What happens if I don't pay the Bali Tourist Tax?

The Tourist Tax is obligatory for all foreign visitors. Tourists who have not paid the levy may be denied access to tourist attractions and could face legal consequences under Indonesian law.

Is the Bali Tourist Levy a visa?

No, the Tourist Levy for Bali is not the same as a visa. Paying the levy does not replace any visa or entry permission you may need. If you need a visa to travel to Bali, you must apply for this separately.

How do I prove I have paid the Bali Tourist Levy?

Once your levy payment has been processed, you’ll receive a confirmation email containing your Tourist Levy voucher and QR code. Keep this accessible during your trip. You may be asked to present the voucher or your passport for scanning at a levy checkpoint.