Bali Tourism Levy Revenue Rises but Falls Short of Targets Amid Visitor Boom
Bali, Indonesia recorded over seven million international arrivals in 2025, yet only thirty-five percent paid the mandatory tourism levy, limiting funds for sustainable Bali tourism. The provincial government collected Rp three hundred sixty-nine billion, up slightly from 2024 but short of the Rp five hundred billion target set in regional budgets. This levy, at IDR one hundred fifty-thousand per visitor since February 2024, aims to preserve culture and environment, directly influencing Bali tourism quality amid surging visitor numbers.
The Bali tourism levy applies to all international tourists upon entry at Ngurah Rai Airport or via official portals like LoveBali.baliprov.go.id. Payments fund nature conservation, cultural projects, and infrastructure under the Nangun Sat Kerthi Loka Bali vision. Low compliance hampers tourism sustainability, risking overload on Bali‘s beaches and temples.
Introduced to promote dignified tourism, the fee covers mainland Bali and islands like Nusa Penida. Online and on-site options exist, but awareness gaps persist, affecting revenue for Bali tourism enhancements. Provincial efforts focus on enforcement without deterring arrivals.
