Bali's Customs and Excise Revenue Tops Rp1.07 Trillion in Q3 2026, Driven by Alcohol Tax
Bali's customs and excise revenue reached Rp1.07 trillion by the end of September 2026, achieving about 68% of the annual target. Alcohol beverage excise (MMEA) accounted for 87.8% of total revenue, driven by rising foreign tourist arrivals, which totaled 5.23 million from January to September.
Bali's regional treasury office (DJPb) announced in October that customs and excise revenue in the province reached Rp1.07 trillion by the end of the third quarter of 2026, achieving roughly 68% of the annual target of Rp1.57 trillion.
The largest component was excise on alcoholic beverages (MMEA), which made up 87.8% of total revenue at Rp940.2 billionâsurpassing the Rp881.5 billion recorded in the same period of 2025. Officials attributed the rise to increased foreign tourist arrivals and higher production across alcohol categories (Category A: up to 5% alcohol, Category B: 5-20%, Category C: 20-55%).
Tobacco excise also rose to Rp16.6 billion, up from Rp11.3 billion a year earlier. Meanwhile, import duty revenue totaled Rp105.2 billion, slightly below the Rp109.36 billion recorded in the same period last year.
According to Bali's statistics agency (BPS), foreign tourist arrivals totaled 5.23 million from January to September 2026. Bali Governor Wayan Koster noted that daily arrivals by air alone average 19,000 to 24,000 visitors, not including those arriving by cruise ship.
The figures underscore how tourismâincluding alcohol-related consumptionâcontinues to be a major driver of Bali's regional revenue.
Things to Consider
Be aware that alcoholic beverages in Bali tend to be priced higher due to excise taxes, so factor this into your dining and entertainment budget. If bringing alcohol or tobacco beyond duty-free allowances, check Indonesia's customs import limits in advance, as declaration may be required at entry.
Source: ANTARA News Bali