Is mugging common in Bali?

Petty theft and robbery Bali, particularly the heavily touristed south Bali beach areas, and Ubud in the hills, has seen an upsurge in bag snatches and assaults, particularly aimed at female travellers after dark. The thieves are typically on motorbikes and snatch the bag off the unsuspecting victim's shoulder.



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What Are The Most Common Types Of Crime In Bali? While violent crime in Bali is pretty rare, tourists should be aware of petty crimes like pickpocketing and theft, as well as scams targeted towards tourists.

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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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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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“Living together” is also to be punishable by up to six months in prison, which means two people sharing a hotel room could potentially be in jeopardy.

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Yes, it is safe to walk around most places in Bali at night. You'll be alright if you can avoid drunken tourists and stay away from notorious neighborhoods after dark.

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Bali vs Thailand: Travel Safety Both Bali and Thailand are safe places to travel, with little violent crime. I have traveled to both countries by myself and feel that any solo female traveler can feel safe on the streets.

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Public displays of affection are not always accepted by the Balinese people. Too much kissing or being overly affectionate is not acceptable by the locals who find it disrespectful. Holding hands is acceptable, but anything beyond that should be left behind closed doors.

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Some nightclubs in Bali have an over 18 policy and will ask for ID and other nightclubs do not ask to see ID. If you stick to the clubs with no age or ID policy you should be fine. As long as you are aware the legal drinking age is 21 years. This is rarely enforced on tourists.

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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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To avoid being a victim of pickpocketing in Bali, make sure you don't wear flashy jewelry or hold on to valuable items that make you stand out as a valuable target. Keep your bag close to you and don't leave it unattended and exercise caution when in crowded areas.

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