Introducing Bali Levy: New Tourist Tax for All Foreign Visitors
Starting February 14, 2024, all foreign visitors entering Bali will be required to pay a mandatory tourist tax called the Bali Levy, amounting to 150,000 IDR (approximately $10).
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A Foreigner's Guide to Buying a Car in Bali
Navigating the car-buying maze in Bali as a foreigner can feel like a high-stakes game.
With online expat forums buzzing with questions like, “Can I buy a car in Indonesia?” and “Can I register it in my name?” it’s no wonder the process might seem daunting.
World-Class Service: Governor Orders Bali Airport Reboot
Every day, Bali Airport welcomes and sends off around 76,000 people. Almost every foreigner entering Indonesia starts their journey here. Therefore, Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster decided to visit the a…
Bali Will Check Foreigners’ Savings on Arrival
The Bali authorities are preparing a regional law on "quality tourism" and want to check the financial stability of foreign travelers.
It’s not about a fixed amount in the account. They will look at the bank statement for the last three months and compare the funds with how long the person plans to stay in Bali and what activities th…
No Tax, No Ticket: Bali May Require Tourist Levy for Boarding Passes!
The Bali government is planning to introduce a regulation that will make the Voucher Tourist Levy a mandatory requirement for obtaining a boarding pass when leaving the island.
Bali Stops Hotel Project Over Illegal Extra Floors
In Bali, officials ordered the construction of a hotel in Cepaka, Tabanan, to be halted. The site is located next to the Penet River. An inspection found several violations: the building does not matc…
Bali Packing List for Parents Traveling With Toddlers
Travelling with a young child isn’t easy, especially if you have a long-haul flight ahead. You need to think through every little detail. Whether you’re going away for a short break or a longer stay…
Bali Airport Announces Arrivals Area Redesign
Bali’s immigration service reported that from January to April 2026 the number of foreign tourists increased by 10% compared with the same period last year. Over four months, more than 4.5 million peo…
A Month of Culture: Bali Arts Festival Starts June 13
Bali is preparing for the 48th Bali Arts Festival — Pesta Kesenian Bali. It will take place in Denpasar from 13 June to 11 July 2026 and will bring together around 20,000 artists from Bali, other regi…
Nusa Dua: Restaurant at Club Med Bali Catches Fire
In Nusa Dua, Club Med Bali caught fire on the morning of 24 April. The fire did not start in the accommodation buildings, but in the restaurant area and the hotel’s main kitchen.
