The Indonesian government is pondering a potential 'tourist tax' on visitors to Bali as the number of arrivals continues to swell. 9News
government is pondering a potential "tourist tax" on visitors to Bali as the number of arrivals continues to swell.Tourism Minister Sandiaga Uno told media this week that the proposal was under discussion by the government and President Joko Widodo.Bali Tourism Board chairman Ida Bagus Agung Partha Adnyana said the tax would stop Bali being seen as a "cheap" destination.
But critics of the proposal say what's needed is better enforcement of existing laws in order to keep rule-breaking tourists under control. International visitors on tourist visas aren't allowed to try to make money in Indonesia, but some act as impromptu tour guides or motorbike renters to their co-nationals, according to Indonesian Hotel General Manager Association vice-chairman Komang Artana.crack down on poorly behaved touristsAs of mid-April, the Indonesian government had deported 93 foreigners from Bali, mostly due to visa or permit violations.
Russians formed the biggest contingent, with 24 visitors sent home, followed by Nigeria with seven, and then the US and Australia with six.
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