"We have a responsibility to ensure that every listing on our platform operates within the legal frameworks of its local jurisdiction. Bali has been clear, and we are acting accordingly."

DENPASAR, Bali — Airbnb today confirmed the enforcement of a compliance sweep across its Bali listings, following the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism's regulatory deadline of March 31, 2026. Properties that failed to obtain or demonstrate valid tourism business licensing have been suspended from Airbnb's platform as of this morning.

The enforcement directly follows Governor Wayan Koster's "Quality Tourism Regulation" and a formal request to online travel agencies to remove unlicensed or tax non-compliant accommodation listings from their platforms. Airbnb worked alongside Indonesian authorities throughout the first quarter of 2026 to notify hosts and provide a compliance pathway.

7,200+
14 days
March 31
Bali listings currently suspended
Window to submit compliance documents

Government deadline (now passed)

What This Means for Hosts

— NIB (Nomor Induk Berusaha — Business Registration Number)
— KBLI 55193 classification (short-term villa accommodation)
— NPWPD (Regional Tax Identification Number)
— PBG/SLF building safety certificates (where applicable)


"This is not a punitive action against hosts — it is a structural alignment with Indonesia's effort to formalize tourism and ensure fair contribution from all accommodation providers."

— Airbnb Asia Pacific Policy Director

Timeline of Enforcement

Compliance Roadmap · Bali 2026

Jan 3, 2026
Governor Koster finalizes "Quality Tourism Regulation" bill
Jan–Feb 2026
Airbnb notifies all Bali hosts of upcoming compliance requirement
March 31, 2026
 2026Government compliance deadline expires
April 1, 2026⚡
Enforcement begins — non-compliant listings suspended
April 15, 2026
Final deadline for compliance submission to restore listing

⚠️ Important: Hosts who do not submit valid compliance documents by April 15, 2026 may face permanent removal of their listing and potential referral to Indonesian tax authorities for audit. Active bookings made prior to the suspension date will be honored; new bookings are currently blocked.


Context: Bali's Push for Quality Tourism

This enforcement follows years of growing concern from Balinese authorities about the proliferation of informal, unlicensed accommodation. The island welcomed over 6 million international visitors in 2025, generating significant pressure on infrastructure, culture, and taxation systems. The Governor's office has publicly stated that short-term rental platforms operating outside the legal framework contribute to tax base erosion and unfair competition against licensed hotels and guesthouses.

Airbnb has been in active dialogue with the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and the Bali Provincial Government since mid-2025. The company had previously resisted blanket enforcement, preferring to educate hosts. However, following the Ministry's formal instruction in January 2026, Airbnb committed to full enforcement by the March 31 deadline.

Resources for Affected Hosts

Airbnb has established a dedicated Bali Compliance Support team reachable via the in-app Help Center. A step-by-step guide to obtaining the required Indonesian business licenses is available in English, French, and Bahasa Indonesia in the Host Resource Center. Airbnb has also partnered with several Bali-based legal and compliance firms to facilitate fast-track document processing for foreign-owned properties.