Bali Adds Rp150 Billion Buffer to Draft 2027 Budget

Denpasar — Bali Governor Wayan Koster has included Rp150 billion (about US$10 million) in unexpected spending in the province’s draft 2027 budget, while projecting locally generated revenue of more than Rp4.5 trillion (about US$300 million). The proposal was presented in Denpasar on Friday, 30 October 2026.

The allocation, known in Indonesia as Belanja Tidak Terduga, is intended to help the provincial government manage fiscal risks and keep priority programs and public services running despite limited fiscal space. The draft also sets an economic-growth target of 6–6.5 percent for 2027.

The locally generated-revenue target, known as Pendapatan Asli Daerah, is part of a broader draft revenue plan of more than Rp5.7 trillion (about US$380 million) before transfers from the central government and transfers between regions are included. The figures remain part of a proposal rather than an adopted budget.

Why Bali’s draft budget matters to readers

For foreign residents and visitors, the proposal matters mainly because it indicates how Bali intends to preserve public services while preparing for unexpected fiscal pressures. It does not create a new obligation for foreigners by itself. The draft identifies foreign-tourist levies as one source expected to support revenue, with a 2027 target of Rp600 billion (about US$40 million), while the provincial government said the PAD target would not require raising residents’ tax burden.

The budget discussion took place during the 56th plenary meeting of the Bali Provincial Legislative Council. The draft is still subject to adjustment, including changes linked to the 2027 budget-preparation guidelines, regional transfer allocations, special financial assistance and priority spending. NusaBali reported that Koster hoped the budget could be approved by mid-November 2026, allowing central evaluation and preparation for implementation in December.

Sources

• BALIPOST.com — established regional news organisation
• NusaBali — established regional news organisation
• domabali.com