Can unmarried couples still go to Bali?

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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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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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 parliament last week unanimously passed a new criminal code that includes provisions stipulating sex outside of marriage is punishable by one year in prison and couples who live together out of wedlock could face six months in prison. The old criminal code will remain applicable until 2025.

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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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BALI'S STRICT RULES That Will Affect Your Next Trip [AS OF JULY 2023!]
  • Stricter Tourist Motorcycle Rentals. ...
  • Cohabitation Between Unmarried Couples. ...
  • Restricted to Licensed Accommodations Only (No Unlicensed Airbnb or Guesthouses!) ...
  • No Tourism Activities in the Mountains and Volcanoes (Yet To Be Imposed)


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A Guide To Hotel Policies And Practices. Planning a romantic getaway with your boyfriend but unsure about hotel policies? If you're short on time, here's a quick answer to your question: Yes, you can stay in a hotel with your boyfriend.

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