In a significant policy shift aimed at promoting responsible tourism and protecting local interests, the Indonesian government has announced that beginning in 2026, all foreign tourists entering Bali will be required to present at least three months of recent bank statements upon arrival.
The new requirement, set to take effect on March 1, 2026, is part of a broader set of immigration reforms aimed at addressing growing concerns over “budget travelers” who overstay their visas, engage in unregulated business activities, or otherwise violate the terms of their stay.
A Move Toward Sustainable Tourism
Officials from Bali’s immigration department and the Ministry of Tourism have emphasized that the policy is
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