Bali is preparing for a significant digital transformation as Indonesia rolls out a nationwide shift toward cashless payments. The Bank of Indonesia announced a large-scale initiative that will affect nearly all tourist transactions — from hotel payments to buying coffee.
QRIS: the core of Indonesia’s new payment system
The Indonesian Standard Code QRIS will become the primary method of cashless payment. Visitors will be able to pay for services simply by scanning a QR code using a prepaid digital wallet.
QRIS will be widely accepted across cafés, hotels, shops, markets, and tourist attractions.
New digital services at Bali’s airport
Ngurah Rai International Airport is introducing a dedicated tourist information center offering:
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local SIM cards and eSIM activation
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assistance with digital payments
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a special “digital tourist package”
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the QRIS Nusantara travel guide
Officials emphasize that the goal is to ensure tourists can make smooth, hassle-free transactions throughout the island.
Rupiah redenomination planned for 2027
Indonesia is preparing a currency simplification reform that will remove three zeros from existing banknotes.
For example:
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100,000 IDR → 100 IDR
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50,000 IDR → 50 IDR
Purchasing power will remain unchanged, but prices will become easier to read and understand.
Sample Bali prices (in euros)
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Scooter rental per day: ~4.5 €
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Meal for two at a local café: ~9 €
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Uluwatu Temple entrance: ~3 €
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One-hour massage: ~12 €
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Mid-range hotel room: ~30 €
Indonesia’s shift toward a cashless tourism ecosystem is expected to make Bali a more convenient, modern, and traveler-friendly destination while supporting sustainable economic development.