Key Regulations for Travelers on Bali | Bali.live

Explore the crucial regulations every tourist must know before visiting Bali. Our guide provides detailed information on local laws, travel restrictions, and guidelines to help you enjoy your stay on the island without legal hassles.

News
Upd. 27/12/25
Back to Quality Tourism: Bali Prepares New Law

The Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, stated that the authorities will strictly control tourism on the island and move away from the approach of 'the more people, the better'. He emphasized that Bali is…

Back to Quality Tourism: Bali Prepares New Law
News
Upd. 08/12/25
Authorities in Bali Prepare Airbnb Restrictions

Bali Governor Wayan Koster has openly opposed the giants of short-term rentals. At the 15th Regional Conference of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) in Denpasar, he stated: "We wi…

Authorities in Bali Prepare Airbnb Restrictions
Finance
Upd. 26/12/25
Denpasar Sets Minimum Wage for 2026

The authorities of Denpasar (Bali) propose a new minimum wage (UMK) level for workers in 2026. The recommendation was made by Denpasar’s mayor, I Gusti Ngurah Jaya Negara, with new regulations taking…

Denpasar Sets Minimum Wage for 2026
News
Upd. 04/09/25
Stricter Rules on Land Deals in Bali

The Bali government is developing a set of regional regulations aimed at combating the use of proxies by foreigners when purchasing land. This is a response to an issue that authorities say has reache…

Stricter Rules on Land Deals in Bali
News
Upd. 22/11/25
Shoreline for Everyone: Bali Outlaws Hotel Blockades

All beaches in Bali are public, and no one has the right to make them private. Bali Governor Wayan Koster has decided to clearly define the boundaries and reminded hotel and villa owners that buying o…

Shoreline for Everyone: Bali Outlaws Hotel Blockades
News
Upd. 05/11/25
Surprise Inspection Finds Code Violations at Nuanu

One of the landmarks of Nuanu Creative City, the famous Tri Hita Karana Tower, situated on a cliff edge, raised concerns among local authorities. During an inspection conducted by the Tim Pansus DPRD…

Surprise Inspection Finds Code Violations at Nuanu
News
Upd. 20/11/25
New Safety Rule for Tourist Motorbike Rentals in Bali

Ahead of the big Balinese holiday (from November 18 to 20 the island celebrates Galungan), the local police launched Operation “Zebra.” There are more inspectors at busy intersections, with nearly 1,7…

New Safety Rule for Tourist Motorbike Rentals in Bali