Bali Authorities Conduct Spot Checks on Tourist Vehicles to Enhance Safety
In an ongoing effort to improve transportation safety across Bali’s popular tourist regions, local police and the Bali Transportation Agency have begun conducting spot checks on tourist vehicles throughout Badung Regency. This initiative aims to ensure that vehicles carrying visitors around the island comply with licensing and safety regulations.
Spot Checks Focus on Key Tourist Areas
Badung Regency, home to some of Bali’s top tourist destinations such as Uluwatu, Canggu, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, Kuta, and Legian, is the primary focus of this enforcement operation. On July 29, 2025, officers carried out inspections on numerous public passenger and tourist transport vehicles, with similar spot checks planned to continue over the coming weeks.
Nyoman Sunarya, Head of the Road Transportation Division at the Bali Transportation Agency, spoke to the media, underscoring the agency’s commitment to monitoring public passenger and freight transportation, especially those serving tourism hotspots. Sunarya stated, “In Badung Regency, we are monitoring public passenger and freight transportation, especially tourism transportation heading to tourist destinations.”
Addressing Vehicle and Licensing Violations
The operation responds to the Decree of the Governor of Bali Number 292/03-G/HK/2025, which mandates guidance and supervision of public passenger and goods transportation within the province. During the initial day of enforcement, officers identified 20 violations, mostly involving tourist vehicles.
Among the infractions found were unlicensed vehicles being used for tourism purposes, expired vehicle registrations, and improper freight transport practices. Specifically, 10 vehicles lacked the necessary tourism transport licenses, six had not renewed their registration, and four committed goods transportation violations.
Despite these findings, tourists traveling in vehicles that were stopped were allowed to continue their journey without delay. Drivers received tickets and warnings, along with instructions to promptly obtain the required permits.
Commitment to Ongoing Safety and Regulation
Sunarya emphasized that these checks will remain active in Badung Regency for at least the next month. He noted that travelers may experience temporary stops during their rides but reassured that the inspections focus solely on drivers and vehicles, not passengers.
The Transportation Agency maintains that acquiring the proper licenses for taxi drivers and tour guides is straightforward and accessible. They will not accept ignorance of regulations as an excuse for non-compliance. According to Sunarya, “The team will regularly conduct guidance and supervision in the Bali region to ensure safety, security, and comfort, and ensure public passenger and freight vehicles operate in an orderly manner according to regulations.”
Police Reinforce Order Among Taxi Drivers
Parallel to these spot checks, Bali Police recently visited tourist taxi drivers in South Kuta, including areas around Dalem Lamun Temple parking, ITDC Nusa Dua, and Benoa Village. Led by South Kuta Police Chief Commissioner I Komang Agus Dharmayana W, the visits aimed to promote public order and encourage professionalism among independent and conventional taxi drivers, urging mutual respect to prevent conflicts.
The police chief highlighted the importance of maintaining Bali’s reputation as a premier tourist destination and called on the community to promptly report any incidents involving tourists causing disturbances.
Looking Ahead
These measures reflect Bali’s broader commitment to ensuring a secure and smooth experience for visitors. By tightening oversight of tourist transport operations, authorities aim to uphold safety standards and reinforce the island’s standing as a world-class travel destination.
Tourists and locals alike are advised to cooperate with the ongoing inspections and report any issues to the appropriate authorities to help maintain Bali’s welcoming environment.
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