Official Bali Tourist Levy Guide (IDR 150,000 Love Bali System)
Step-by-step instructions for paying the mandatory provincial tourism tax prior to arrival, verifying your cryptographic QR voucher, and applying for statutory exemptions.
All foreign international travelers visiting Bali are legally required under Provincial Regulation No. 6/2023 to pay a conservation levy of IDR 150,000 (~$10 USD). Official payments must be executed directly on lovebali.baliprov.go.id . Revenues are exclusively allocated towards preserving Balinese Hindu cultural heritage, temple restoration, and modern environmental waste management.
Four-Step Payment & Verification Protocol
Pre-Arrival Online Payment
Connect to the official provincial government gateway at lovebali.baliprov.go.id or install the official "Love Bali" mobile application from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Complete this remittance 24 to 72 hours before departure.
QR Voucher Delivery
Once payment settlement is verified by the central gateway, the system issues an official Balinese government digital receipt containing a cryptographic QR code directly to your email.
Airport Verification Counter
Disparda Bali tourism officers and Satpol PP Pariwisata (Tourism Police) operate dedicated scanning checkpoints at international arrival gates and maritime transit points.
Enforcement Audits & Island Spot Checks
Under the authority of Perda No. 6/2023, joint enforcement squads conduct random verification spot checks throughout Bali.
Exemptions Under Provincial Law
Under Article 6 of Bali Provincial Regulation No. 6/2023, seven specific categories of individuals are exempt from the IDR 150,000 levy. All exemptions (except Indonesian citizens) must be applied for through the Love Bali portal at least 30 days prior to arrival.
Holders of Indonesian national identity cards (KTP) and passports are automatically exempt without online application.
Holders of official diplomatic or service visas accredited to the Republic of Indonesia.
Operating aircraft captains, flight crew, and maritime vessel personnel serving scheduled routes.
Foreign residents with valid Temporary (KITAS) or Permanent (KITAP) Stay Permits.
Spouses and children of Indonesian citizens entering under family reunion visa status.
Enrolled students pursuing educational degrees at accredited Balinese universities.
High-net-worth foreign investors and retirees holding valid Golden or Second Home visas.
Troubleshooting Advice & Common Scenarios
Payment Deducted But QR Voucher Not Received
Check your spam or junk email folder. If not found, visit lovebali.baliprov.go.id, select "Check Voucher", and input your passport number and nationality to instantly retrieve and download your digital QR voucher.
Visiting Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, or Ceningan
The Nusa islands are part of Klungkung Regency within Bali Province. Crossing between Sanur and Nusa Penida does not require an additional levy payment; your original voucher covers your entire provincial itinerary.
Group & Family Bundle Payments
The Love Bali portal supports group transactions allowing multiple travelers to be registered and paid for under a single credit card transaction. Each traveler receives an individualized QR voucher associated with their passport.
Airport Cashless Payment Kiosks
If you encounter online payment issues before departure, dedicated payment booths are staffed by Bank BPD Bali in the international arrival hall after customs baggage claim, accepting major cards and QRIS.
Love Bali Tourist Levy FAQs
Do infants and children need to pay the IDR 150,000 tourist levy?
Yes. Under Perda No. 6/2023, the foreign tourist levy applies universally to every foreign passport holder regardless of age. There is no automatic age-based exemption for children or infants.
Where do the collected funds go and how are they audited?
Provincial law mandates that 100% of tourist levy revenues are dedicated to Balinese cultural heritage preservation, Hindu temple conservation, environmental protection, and modern solid waste management infrastructure across Bali.
How long is the tourist levy voucher valid?
The voucher remains valid for the entire continuous duration of your stay in Bali until you formally depart Indonesia.
How do eligible individuals apply for a statutory exemption?
Exempt individuals (KITAS/KITAP holders, diplomats, students, Golden Visa holders) must submit an exemption request on lovebali.baliprov.go.id at least 30 days prior to their arrival in Bali with supporting documents.
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