Dos and don'ts issued with some new "rules"; see red font.
I do not understand why the use of Indonesian QR code is a "Do" for tourists (Do 6).
Other that that seems to a lot of rules impossible for tourists to manage. How do they know if a tour guide is licensed, what is a licensed money changer, if an outfit is approved for motorbike rental or if an rental accommodation has all the required permits? Why is this not something the authorities can patrol tourist areas and take care of?
Foreigners are also responsible to respect regulations the locals are not taking seriously like; ban on single use plastic, follow traffic and driving "rules", not littering etc. Do as I say not as I do.
Finally (Don'ts 6) it appears they will now go after foreigners with the UU ITE law regarding online posts. A draconian law that is used to prosecute people for mere insults here. So it time to clam up I guess.
Dos
I do not understand why the use of Indonesian QR code is a "Do" for tourists (Do 6).
Other that that seems to a lot of rules impossible for tourists to manage. How do they know if a tour guide is licensed, what is a licensed money changer, if an outfit is approved for motorbike rental or if an rental accommodation has all the required permits? Why is this not something the authorities can patrol tourist areas and take care of?
Foreigners are also responsible to respect regulations the locals are not taking seriously like; ban on single use plastic, follow traffic and driving "rules", not littering etc. Do as I say not as I do.
Finally (Don'ts 6) it appears they will now go after foreigners with the UU ITE law regarding online posts. A draconian law that is used to prosecute people for mere insults here. So it time to clam up I guess.
Bali issues 12 dos and 8 don'ts for tourists | Coconuts
Brace yourself, folks in paradise. It’s about to get real for foreign tourists roaming the island as Bali Governor Wayan Koster has dropped the administration’s official dos and don’ts guidelines.
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Dos
- Respect the sanctity of temples, pratimas (sacred statues), and religious symbols;
- Wholeheartedly respect the customs, traditions, arts, culture, and local wisdom of the Balinese people during ongoing ceremonial processions and rituals;
- Dress modestly, appropriately, and respectfully when visiting sacred areas, tourist attractions, public places, and engaging in activities in Bali;
- Behave politely in sacred areas, tourist areas, restaurants, shopping areas, roads, and other public places;
- Be accompanied by licensed tour guides (who understand the natural conditions, customs, traditions, and local wisdom of the Balinese people) when visiting tourist attractions;
- Exchange foreign currency at authorized money changers (both banks and non-banks) that are officially licensed and display the authorization number and QR code logo from Bank Indonesia;
- Make payments using the Indonesian Standard QR Code (QRIS);
- Conduct transactions using the Indonesian rupiah;
- Comply with the applicable traffic laws in Indonesia, including possessing a valid international or national driving license, obey traffic rules, dress modestly, wear a helmet, follow traffic signs, not exceed passenger capacity, and no driving under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs;
- Use four-wheeled transportation that is roadworthy and officially registered or two-wheeled transportation that is operated by a legal business entity or association for two-wheeler rentals;
- Stay in accommodations that possess the required permits according to applicable regulations;
- Adhere to all specific provisions/rules that apply to each tourist attraction and tourist activity.
- Trespass sacred territories: Steer clear of utamaning mandala and madyaning mandala, holy and sanctified spots like puras and pelinggihs — unless you’re there for a Balinese traditional ceremony, during which you must wear the appropriate attire, and you’re not menstruating;
- Touch sacred trees;
- Engage in behavior that defiles sacred places, temples, idols, and religious symbols, such as climbing sacred structures and taking indecent or nude photos;
- Litter and pollute lakes, springs, rivers, seas, and public areas;
- Use single-use plastics like plastic bags, polystyrene (styrofoam), and plastic straws;
- Utter offensive words, behave disrespectfully, cause disturbances, and act aggressively towards government authorities, local communities, and fellow tourists, both directly and indirectly through social media, including spreading hate speech and hoaxes;
- Engage in work or business activities without proper documentation issued by the relevant authorities;
- Get involved in illegal activities, such as trading illegal goods, including endangered flora and fauna, cultural artifacts, and sacred objects, as well as illegal drugs.
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