Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Bali Introduces Proof of Funds Rule for Tourists
Bali is introducing a new rule that requires tourists to show they have enough money for their trip.
This means tourists will need to show their bank statements from the past three months and details about their travel plans.
The goal is to make sure tourists can support themselves during their stay and to help manage the large number of visitors.
Bali has seen a record number of tourists, which has caused problems with traffic, waste, and the environment.
The government wants to make sure the island can handle all the visitors while keeping it a nice place to visit.
Bali will require tourists to show proof of funds for their trip.
Tourists must provide bank statements from the past three months and details about their travel plans.
The rule aims to promote quality tourism and manage infrastructure challenges.
Bali saw a record number of tourists in 2025, with 7.05 million arriving by air and 71,000 by sea.
The new rule is part of efforts to address issues like traffic, waste management, and environmental sustainability.
- Who
- Bali's government and tourists
- What
- New proof of funds requirement for tourists
- When
- Implementation date not specified
- Where
- Bali, Indonesia
- Why
- To promote quality tourism and manage infrastructure challenges
- Governor
- Wayan Koster
- Purpose
- Promote quality tourism
- Financial Check
- Past 3 months' bank statements
- Tourist Numbers 2025
- 7.05 million by air, 71,000 by sea
- Challenges
- Infrastructure, traffic, waste management, environmental sustainability