Bali Governor Says Foreign Arrivals Exceed 600,000 a Month

Denpasar — Bali Governor Wayan Koster said on Oct. 30 that foreign arrivals were running at about 19,000 to 24,000 people a day, a pace that amounts to more than 600,000 visitors a month. He said the rate was higher than in 2025 and called for media and authorities to protect Bali’s tourism image and keep the island safe.

The statement was made during an event connected with the launch of a book on journalistic ethics and professionalism.

Why the arrival pace matters to Bali visitors

For foreign visitors, the figures signal that Bali remains a high-volume international destination rather than a market in retreat. The governor’s appeal for a safe destination places public confidence and the island’s tourism reputation alongside the arrival numbers. It does not announce a new entry rule, visa requirement or restriction on travel.

Those figures provide background for Koster’s comparison with 2025, but the new statement focused on the current daily and monthly pace.

The governor’s remarks indicate that Bali’s authorities are continuing to monitor visitor flows while urging institutions that shape public information to avoid damaging the island’s tourism image. The reports do not state any further measure or timetable beyond that appeal.

Sources

• Bali Provincial Government — official governor statement
• ttgasia.com
• idnresearchinstitute.com