Bali is proud to be the Best Destination in the World in 2026, and is dedicated to keeping tourists and local communities safe. Compared with many places in the world, crime in Bali is very low; local police still work around the clock to reduce the risk of criminal activity. Street crime, such as pickpocketing …
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Tourists in Bali’s Canggu may have seen more security operations happening in the popular resort this weekend. North Kuta Police, who oversee security of Canggu, were deployed across the area in full security gear, in anticipation of unruly behaviour and illegal activities. On Saturday, 10th and Sunday, 11th January 2025, the Bali Police Mobile Brigade …
A major shake-up is on the cards in the criminal justice system in Bali. The island’s most notorious prison, famous around the world for locking up some of Bali’s most prolific criminals, including Australian nationals, could be about to be moved away from the top tourism resort areas. Bali’s Kerobokan Prison is one of the …
Police in Bali have confirmed that they will be increasing night patrols over the next few months. These patrols are set to take place in areas prone to crime, including Benoa Harbour and South Kuta. As Bali prepares for the Christmas and New Year holiday period, police will be tightening up security efforts across the …
Tourists travelling to Bali’s Nusa Penida are being urged to be extra mindful of their belongings. The update comes after Nusa Penida Police have confirmed that they are investigating four cases of theft reported on the island in the last month. Nusa Penida is considered one of the safest and most relaxed areas of Bali, …
Tourists, digital nomads, and expats in Bali are being reminded of the island’s zero tolerance approach to foreigners breaking the law. Over the last two weeks, foreigners in Bali have hit headlines for a number of reasons, but all have been found to be breaking the law or disrespecting local culture. An Australian national, known …
Tourists traveling to Bali, and Indonesia more broadly, are being reminded of the country’s incredibly strict drug laws. Indonesia has one of the world’s strictest drug policies, where the worst offences carry the death penalty. The Indonesian government and law enforcement agencies are reminding tourists, digital nomads, business travellers, and expats that the country’s zero …
Senators in Bali are once again calling for tougher action against tourists and foreign nationals who break the law and misbehave in the province. The calls come after top Bali senators met with the top-ranking officers from the Bali Police to discuss new strategies for dealing with unruly foreigners on the island. The meeting was …
Indonesia’s Deputy Tourism Minister, Ni Luh Puspa, has issued statements calling for increased security in Bali’s tourism resorts following a fatal shooting earlier this month. While the shooting is reported to be a targeted attack in connection with an organized crime gang, the incident sent shock waves through the Bali community and prospective holidaymakers. Indonesia’s …
Bali Police have confirmed that they have uncovered, arrested, and detained 38 people in connection with an organized cybercrime gang in towns across the island. Police suspect the cybercrime gang has been in operation since November 2023 and has been targeting US citizens. The scam, referred to as the Love Scam, or the Love Scam …
Bali Police have confirmed the successful arrest of two men in connection with a shooting in Canggu on Saturday night. The confirmation of the arrest was announced by Indonesian National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, in Jembrana, Bali on 17th June 2025. The confirmation of the arrest of two men in connection with a …
Bali Police have confirmed that an investigation is underway following the shooting of two Australian nationals in Canggu on Saturday 14th June. Police issued updated statements on Monday afternoon to clarify that no arrests have been made, despite a ‘miscommunication’ that suggested a suspect had been apprehended by the authorities. Bali Police have issued updated …