Can unmarried couples go to Bali?

Although Bali is making efforts to stamp out badly behaved tourists, on the whole, the island is very lenient when it comes to unmarried couples. Sex outside of marriage has been illegal in Indonesia for decades. However, it was the case that charges could only be bought by an aggrieved spouse in the case of an affair.



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Bali is Bali as usual, which is comfortable and safe to be visited, said Bali Governor Wayan Koster. Visitors will not be required to prove their marital status when checking into accommodation, and local officials will not carry out checks, Mr Koster said.

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Bali is a gorgeous country with so much to explore, and we still think you should travel to Bali in 2023. Recently the Balinese government passed a new law prohibiting sex outside of marriage and banning unmarried couples from living together.

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So what does that mean if you and your partner aren't married and have been dreaming of a Bali digital nomad lifestyle? According to the new penal code, you could get time in jail just for living or staying with a partner you aren't married to. But it looks as though laws will not apply to foreign visitors after all.

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Tourists visiting Indonesia will not be charged under a new law which will criminalise sex outside marriage, officials say. Dubbed the Bali bonking ban, the new legislation threatens up to a year in jail for unmarried couples who have sex or six months for those who cohabit.

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The Indonesian government has proposed a new law under which unmarried couples won't be allowed to book or stay at hotels together in Bali. If couples were to stay together in a room, the consequences of the same will be equivalent to that of a criminal offence, landing them in Balinese jail.

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Except for lovers holding hands, which the Balinese do openly, romantic gestures or emotions are rarely displayed in public. This, however, is not done in most parts of Indonesia or in villages. Lovers do not kiss in public, and visitors should respect the Balinese' aversion to such intimate gestures.

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Gulf countries do not allow live-in relationships for unmarried couples. This is the case in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. In fact, the 2022 World Cup highlighted some of Qatar's traditional laws.

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In reality, this is not strictly enforced and it's unlikely you'll be challenged on it. Many unmarried couples visit Dubai every year without issue. This is especially true in Dubai's mega luxury hotels, which mainly cater to foreigners.

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How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  1. Make sure all meat and seafood is thoroughly cooked (not raw or rare)
  2. Avoid the following foods while travelling: Sushi. Unpasteurised dairy products milk/cheese/ice cream. ...
  3. Water: Don't drink tap water. Don't use tap water to brush your teeth. ...
  4. Hygiene: Wash your hands after using the toilet.


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Yes, you definitely can stay with your gf in a hotel. There is no such rule that stops you stay in hotel together. May be some hotels ask for you ID to check you guys for your good. You can also book hotel online.

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Can I stay with my girlfriend in a hotel? Yes, you definitely can stay with your gf in a hotel. There is no such rule that stops you stay in hotel together. May be some hotels ask for you ID to check you guys for your good.

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