Heed the Advice! Major Taboos in Bali – You Could Really Get Deported!

Before traveling to Bali, you must know these heavy fine zones🕳️! Light cases result in fines, serious ones in deportation! Sisters who come across this post, save it immediately—it’s really important! 🚫 Never Skip the Tourist Tax Foreign tourists visiting Bali must pay IDR 150,000 per person, which can be paid electronically on the official website. If caught without payment during random checks, you may face fines or even deportation. 🚫 Don’t Fly Drones Recklessly Bali’s scenery is stunning, but drone photography requires prior permits. Temples, military zones, and areas near airports are strictly no-fly zones🙅! Operating drones in restricted areas or above 400 feet (~120 meters) without permission is illegal! Unauthorized aerial photography may lead to fines or even repatriation! 🚫 Mind Your Stay Duration Carefully check the stay duration on your visa upon arrival. In Bali, both the arrival and departure days count as full days. Overstaying incurs a daily fine of IDR 1,000,000! ⚠️ Note! The fine is calculated per day!! Failure to pay may result in deportation and a ban from entering the country. 🚫 Follow Traffic Rules When Renting a Scooter Renting a scooter requires an international driver’s license—riding without one is illegal! Always wear a helmet while driving. Don’t take chances; if caught, you’ll face hefty fines or other criminal penalties. 🚫 Don’t Bring Durian or Mangosteen into Hotels Some hotels explicitly prohibit bringing durian or mangosteen into rooms or even public areas like lobbies. Durian has a strong odor, while mangosteen stains easily and may attract insects. Violating this rule could lead to fines! 🚫 Respect Nyepi (Day of Silence) Customs From 6 AM to 6 AM the next day during Nyepi, locals must stay indoors, and all transportation halts. If you’re in Bali during Nyepi, stay at your hotel and avoid going out to prevent trouble. The date changes yearly, so check in advance. 🚫 Respect Local Religious Culture Most Balinese households place offering boxes at their doorsteps—avoid stepping on them. When visiting temples, dress modestly: both men and women should wear long pants or skirts, and most temples require a sash (waistcloth), which can be rented at the entrance. 🚫 Using Your Left Hand Is Like an "Insult Warning" Locals consider the left hand "unclean." Always use your right hand for payments, handshakes, or handing items! Using the left may earn you dirty looks or even spark conflicts. 🚫 Don’t Tip with Coins Tipping isn’t mandatory in Bali, but if you wish to tip for great service, avoid using coins—they’re typically given to beggars!!! Know any other Bali travel pitfalls? Share them in the comments👏 Search🔍【Bali Local Guide】 for more authentic Bali travel tips~