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Bali Proposes Bank-Statement Requirement for Foreign Visitors

Officials frame the plan as a shift toward higher-spending tourism to curb travelers running out of money.

Overview

  • Governor Wayan Koster outlined a draft regulation requiring incoming tourists to show they have sufficient funds.
  • Financial checks would consider bank deposits over the previous three months, according to local media and Antara.
  • The proposal would apply to eVisa holders and to longer-term permits such as KITAS and KITAP.
  • Authorities have not announced minimum balance thresholds, enforcement responsibilities, border decision rules, or an effective date.
  • Koster said the measure aims to prevent visitors from becoming stranded or turning to crime and indicated it could be adopted during the year.