Bali Governor Projects More Than 7 Million Arrivals in 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster expects international arrivals to exceed 7 million in 2026. About 5.5 million arrivals had been recorded through Sept. 30, amid improving cumulative growth after a slower start.
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Badung — Bali Governor Wayan Koster projects that international visitor arrivals to Bali will exceed 7 million in 2026, after the island recorded about 5.5 million arrivals through Sept. 30.
16. He linked the forecast to improving cumulative growth after a slower start to the year.
For foreign visitors and businesses that depend on them, the forecast signals continued pressure on Bali’s tourism infrastructure and services. It is a projection rather than a confirmed arrival total, and the reported figure through Sept. 30 is approximate.
Why Bali’s 2026 forecast matters to visitors
A total above 7 million international arrivals would mean sustained demand across Bali’s airports, accommodation, attractions and transport network. Foreign residents may experience the effects through busier tourism areas and stronger competition for visitor-oriented services, while travelers should understand that the figure describes arrivals over the full year, not the number of people present at one time.
Koster’s comments came as Bali’s tourism sector showed stronger cumulative performance after a weaker opening period. The report did not state a new travel rule, entry requirement or closure connected to the forecast. It also did not provide a final annual count or specify measures that would follow from the projection.
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