How to pay the Bali Tourist Levy

Tourist Tax Application

Paying the Bali tourist tax is essential for travelling to the popular tropical island.

Like many would-be visitors, you’re probably asking: “How do I pay the Tourist Levy for Bali?”

The answer is simple: you do it online. The tourist tax payment can be handled digitally, which is a huge convenience.

This page explains how to pay the Bali tourist tax online.

Payment method for the Bali tourist tax

To complete the Bali tourist tax, pay online. When planning your journey, use the application form here at Bali Tourist Tax Go to pay the levy immediately — it’s easy and convenient.

Here’s how to make the Bali tourist tax payment in just a few simple steps:

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    Complete the Bali tourist tax online form

    Fill in the Tourist Levy form. Enter your details into the relevant fields.

    You can complete the tourist tax form here on the Bali Tourist Tax Go site.

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    Review and confirm tourist levy payment

    Select processing type: Standard or Priority.

    Enter the details of a valid credit or debit card in the fields provided. Then click “Submit payment”.

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    Receive and save confirmation

    After successful payment, you’ll receive an email with confirmation that you have completed the Bali tourist tax online payment.

    Save the payment voucher or confirmation email. You will almost certainly be asked to present this upon arrival in Bali.

Completing the Tourist Levy form

The online form for the Tourist Levy is short. It’ll take you just a few minutes to fill out.

First, provide your basic information and contact details:

  • First name
  • Last name
  • Email address
  • Mobile / cell phone number

You must also provide some passport and travel details:

  • Nationality (of passport)
  • Passport number
  • Date you intend to arrive on Bali

What happens if I make a mistake on my tourist tax form for Bali?

If the details used for the tourist tax don’t match those on your passport when you arrive on the island, it may not be accepted. It is important to get the details right.

This is why applying with Bali Tourist Tax Go is such a good move — our error-checking service helps you to avoid sending the wrong information by mistake.

Even so, it’s a good idea to check the information you have entered and make sure it’s correct.

What happens if you don't pay the Bali tourist tax?

If you do not pay the Bali Tourist Tax before you arrive in Bali, an immigration officer may ask you to pay the tax on the spot.

If you continue to refuse to pay the tax, the authorities may refuse you entry to Bali. You can avoid this stressful situation by securely paying in advance of your arrival.

How can I make the Bali Tourist Levy payment?

Once you’ve filled in your form, you’ll be directed to the payment page. The entire process is done online.

Simply enter your payment details.

What credit and debit cards can I use to pay the levy?

We accept all major credit and debit cards. Whether you’re using Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Maestro, JSP iDEAL or UnionPay, you can make your Bali tourist tax payment here.

Can I use PayPal to pay Bali’s tourist tax?

No, you must use a bank card to pay the tourist tax online with Bali Tourist Tax Go.

You can use either a credit card or debit card.

The payment platform does not support payments via PayPal.

Apply Tourist Levy online

When should I pay the Bali tourist tax online?

You have to pay the Tourist Levy before entering Bali.

You can pay as far in advance as you like — you state your arrival date on the online questionnaire. This means that the payment for the levy will count towards your arrival on the island on that date.

It’s advisable to complete the form for the Bali tourist tax and pay online at least 2 days before travelling. It may take this long to process the payment under Standard Processing

If you have less than 2 days until your trip and need to pay the levy urgently, our Priority Processing service could save the day.

Standard and Priority Processing for Bali tourist tax payments

When you pay the Bali tourist tax online with Bali Tourist Tax Go, you can choose either Standard of Priority Processing.

Standard Processing

  • Payment processed in 2 days at most
  • Often processed in 1 day

Priority Processing

  • Processing guaranteed within 1 hour
  • Ideal if you’ve forgotten to pay the tourist tax beforehand

Bali Tourist Levy payments: Frequently Asked Questions

Want to know more about paying the tourist tax? Here are some common questions.

Do children have to pay the tourist levy? Toggle faqs

Yes, passengers of all ages must have a payment voucher for the tourist levy when they land in Bali.

This includes children and infants.

As a parent or legal guardian, you should complete the tourist levy form on behalf of your dependants.

Make sure you enter the information correctly for the dependant, including their name and passport details.

You can enter your own email address to receive your child’s confirmation email and tax payment voucher.

Can I pay the levy at the airport? Toggle faqs

If you are unable to pay online, there are special counters at Ngurah Rai International Airport DPS where you can pay the tourist tax.

However, it is strongly recommended to pay in advance for the following reasons:

  • Saves time on arrival
  • Avoids any issues with payment, e.g. if your card isn’t accepted; if the counters are closed when you land; etc.
  • Peace of mind that you already have what you need to clear border control
Do cruise passengers have to pay the tourist tax for Bali? Toggle faqs

Yes, passengers on cruise liners have to pay the Tourist Levy to disembark on Bali, the same as any other visitor. Payment of the tourist tax will be checked at the port.

Do I need to pay the tourist tax if I travel to Indonesia but not Bali? Toggle faqs

No, you only need to pay the tourist tax if you're specifically visiting Bali. You do not need to pay the levy if travelling to other parts of Indonesia.

If you’re travelling to Bali from another part of Indonesia, you still need to pay the tax. However, if you leave Bali to travel to other islands and then return, you won’t need to pay the levy again.

Can the tourist tax be denied? Toggle faqs

Yes, the tourist tax could be denied if you provide incorrect or incomplete information on the application, such as your passport number. That’s why it’s important to double-check all your details are correct before you submit the form.

However, if you apply through Bali Tourist Tax Go, you have the extra peace of mind that we check for errors before submitting the application for processing. So you have the opportunity to correct your details and avoid having to submit a new application.