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Immigration Circular SE No. IMI-08/2026: Streamlined Digital Extension Protocols for 30-Day Tourist Visas and e-VoA
Regulations & Policy 3 min

Immigration Circular SE No. IMI-08/2026: Streamlined Digital Extension Protocols for 30-Day Tourist Visas and e-VoA

The Directorate General of Immigration promulgates Circular Letter No. SE No. IMI-08/2026, codifying 100% online procedures for 30-day tourist visa extensions, eliminating mandatory biometric office visits, and setting strict digital proof-of-onward-travel standards.

Bali Expert Editorial Team
New Golden Visa Decree No. 12/2026: Fast-Track Residency Framework for Foreign Investors and Global Talent
Regulations & Policy 3 min

New Golden Visa Decree No. 12/2026: Fast-Track Residency Framework for Foreign Investors and Global Talent

The Ministry of Law and Human Rights enacts Decree No. M.HH-12.GR.01.01/2026, establishing streamlined 5- and 10-year residency pathways, reduced corporate capitalization thresholds for Bali-based green ventures, and automated VIP immigration clearance.

Wayan Suartana
Disparda Bali Circular on Foreign Tourist Levy Verification: Checkpoints at DPS Airport, Harbours, and Cultural Heritage Sites
Regulations & Policy 3 min

Disparda Bali Circular on Foreign Tourist Levy Verification: Checkpoints at DPS Airport, Harbours, and Cultural Heritage Sites

The Bali Provincial Tourism Office (Disparda Bali) issues Circular Letter No. 556/3218/Disparda/2026, launching coordinated field verification checkpoints for the IDR 150,000 tourist levy across Ngurah Rai Airport, sea harbors, and premier heritage landmarks.

Bali Expert Editorial Team
Sacred Mountain Hiking Guidelines: Mandatory Certified Local Guides & Sanctity Protocols for Mount Agung and Batur
Regulations & Policy 3 min

Sacred Mountain Hiking Guidelines: Mandatory Certified Local Guides & Sanctity Protocols for Mount Agung and Batur

Bali Provincial Circular Decree No. 4/2025 mandates certified local village guides, official trailhead basecamp registrations, and rigorous ritual sanctity protocols for all climbers ascending Mount Agung and Mount Batur.

Made Arisandi
Provincial Tourism Bylaws & Beach Club Curfew Dispatches: 55-65 Decibel Sound Limits Enforced After 10 PM
Regulations & Policy 3 min

Provincial Tourism Bylaws & Beach Club Curfew Dispatches: 55-65 Decibel Sound Limits Enforced After 10 PM

The Provincial Government of Bali and Badung Regency Tourism Police enforce strict nighttime acoustic sound caps of 55 to 65 decibels and mandatory outdoor music shutdowns after 10:00 PM across Seminyak, Canggu, Berawa, and Pererenan.

Wayan Suartana
Bali International Tourist Levy: Seamless Digital Payment Channels Expanded Across Airport and Hotel Networks
Regulations & Policy 3 min

Bali International Tourist Levy: Seamless Digital Payment Channels Expanded Across Airport and Hotel Networks

The Provincial Government of Bali accelerates digital touchpoints for the official IDR 150,000 foreign tourist levy, integrating automated e-gates at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, global airline booking systems, and certified hotel front desks.

Wayan Suartana
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