Bali Tourist Levy

Visitors to Bali, must pay the Bali Tourist Levy, also known as the Bali tourist tax.

Completing the Tourist Levy process is an essential step in planning your trip to Bali.

Note: This service is provided by a third-party agency. Travelers can also pay the tourist tax directly via the Bali Provincial Government’s official “Love Bali” platform, without our expert guidance.

The Bali Tourist Tax is a mandatory fee introduced by the Bali Provincial Government for all international visitors entering the island.

The tax is used to support the preservation of Bali’s cultural heritage, natural environment, and tourism infrastructure.

The Tourist Tax is compulsory for all foreign travelers arriving in Bali. This includes children of all ages and infants.

Bali is one of 38 provinces of Indonesia. All passengers arriving in Bali have to pay the tax, including travelers coming from:

If you’re visiting other parts of Indonesia but not Bali, you do not have to pay the Bali Tourist Levy.

How much is the Bali Tourist Tax?

The official Bali Tourist Tax fee is IDR 150,000 per traveler, which is approximately USD 10. This amount is charged by the Bali Provincial Government.

Our agency service fee is separate from the official government fee. It varies depending on your nationality, processing option, and any additional services selected. The full total is shown clearly before payment.

Completing the Bali Tourist Tax payment online is simple. You’ll need to fill out a short form with some personal and passport details, as well as your travel plans for your stay in Bali.

It’s a good idea to pay the tax when arranging your online visa for Bali.

Can I pay the Bali Tourist Tax at the airport?

Payment may also be possible on arrival at the airport, but paying online before you travel helps avoid queues and gives you your QR code in advance.

When should I pay the Bali tourist tax online?

You should make the Bali Tourist Levy payment online at least 5 days before your arrival. However, the confirmation of your payment usually arrives within 1 day.

You’ll receive a QR code by email. The QR code is valid for 60 days, meaning you can show it at border control on your arrival at any time during that period.

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While almost all travelers arriving in Bali need to pay the Tourist Tax, there are some exemptions that you can see in the table below.

If you are eligible to apply for a Bali Tourist Tax exemption, you must request it no later than 5 days before your arrival.

All tourists, with or without a tourist visa, must pay the Bali Tourist Levy.

There is no departure tax for tourists visiting Bali. The Tourist Tax is a one-time payment, which is checked on arrival in Bali.

If I leave Bali and come back, do I have to pay the Tourist Tax again?

The Bali Tourist Tax is applicable to all travelers arriving in Bali.

If you leave Bali to visit neighboring islands, such as Java or Lombok, you’ll have to pay the Tourist Tax again if you re-enter Bali.

However, if you visit other islands which are part of Bali province, such as Nusa Ceningan, Nusa Lembongan, or Nusa Penida, you will not need to pay again as you will not have left the province of Bali.

All tourists entering Bali province, even if just for transit, have to pay the Tourist Levy.

Making the Bali Tourist Tax payment before your trip is strongly recommended. Some key benefits include:

By processing your Bali Tourist Tax payment in advance, you can avoid completing paperwork on arrival and concentrate on other aspects of preparing for your trip.

If you make your Bali Tourist Tax payment with indonesiavisaonline.com, you can also benefit from our embassy service.

Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand can request this service easily when completing their Bali tax form with us.