DENPASAR, DEWATA.NEWS – The Bali Provincial Government is finalizing a new regional regulation aimed at promoting what officials describe as “quality tourism,” including a proposal to check the financial capacity of foreign visitors before or during their stay on the island.
Governor Wayan Koster said the draft regulation on Quality Tourism Management is intended to ensure that tourists visiting Bali are able to support themselves financially throughout their trip and respect local laws and culture.
“Bali is moving toward quality tourism, so that those who come truly respect Balinese rules and culture, and genuinely care about Bali,” Koster said in Denpasar on Saturday, January 3, 2026.
According to Koster, the proposed policy would allow authorities to review the bank balance history of foreign tourists over the past three months. The aim is to prevent situations where visitors run out of money and become stranded on the island.
“If their funds are enough for one week, then they should stay one week. It should not happen that someone has money for one week but stays here for three weeks and ends up stranded,” he explained.
The governor added that tourists with sufficient financial resources are more likely to enjoy higher-quality stays and contribute more to the local economy. “Spending more in Bali helps support our micro, small, and medium-sized businesses and increases the value of our local economy,” he said.
Koster confirmed that the regulation is currently in the final drafting stage and will soon be submitted to the Bali Regional House of Representatives (DPRD Bali). He expressed confidence that the regulation could be enacted within this year.
“We must avoid situations where large numbers of tourists eventually face financial difficulties in Bali, as this can create social problems,” Koster said, adding that the legislative process is expected to move quickly.
If implemented, the regulation would mark a significant policy shift in Bali’s tourism management, with potential implications for foreign visitors planning extended stays on the island.