Bali may soon require tourists to show proof of funds before entry

Bali isn’t losing its shine anytime soon. The island continues to top travel wish lists, landing in multiple 2026 round-ups - including Rough Guides’ Best Places to Travel in 2026 – and remains home to some of Asia’s most talked-about hotels and resorts. But alongside the love comes pressure. Bali is once again signalling that it wants to change how people visit, not just how many.

Following news that the island is considering banning private beaches to tackle overtourism and restore public access to its coastlines, another proposed rule could soon affect anyone planning a future Bali getaway. The Bali Provincial Government is finalising new regulations that would require foreign tourists to show proof of funds on arrival. According to Governor Wayan Koster, travellers may need to present up to three months of bank statements as evidence of “financial adequacy”, alongside a confirmed return ticket and details of their stay.

The move is part of Bali’s push towards what officials are calling “high-quality tourism” – a bid to discourage irresponsible behaviour and ensure visitors are financially prepared for their time on the island. Under the draft proposal, failure to comply could result in denied entry or even deportation, and the rule would apply to all nationalities. Exactly how much money visitors would need to show hasn’t been specified yet.

These potential changes come after a record-breaking year. In 2025 alone, Bali welcomed 7.05 million international visitors – an 11.3 percent jump from the previous year – cementing its status as one of Southeast Asia’s most popular destinations. For now, though, there’s no need to panic. The policy has yet to be formally approved and is still making its way through local legislative processes, meaning any new requirements will probably kick in later during the year. 

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