Bali travel tips for Chinese travellers

Payment. This is the adjustment most travellers from China notice first. Mobile QR payment is not the default in Bali — acceptance is patchy and cannot be relied on. Carry rupiah cash for everyday spending and an international credit card as backup.

Connectivity. Roaming from a Chinese carrier can be expensive, and Bali uses the open international internet, so services and apps may work differently than at home. An eSIM activated before departure is usually cheaper and avoids the arrival queue; download offline maps and translation before you fly.

Travel insurance. Take a policy with emergency medical treatment and medical evacuation. Private hospital care in Bali is expensive for foreign visitors without cover, and scooter and adventure-activity exclusions are common — read them before relying on the policy.

Plugs and power. Indonesia uses Type C/F sockets at 230V; Chinese plugs usually need an adapter, though the voltage is compatible with most chargers.

Water. Drink bottled or filtered water and use it for brushing teeth. Most hotels and villas provide refill stations.

Food. Busy warungs with high turnover are generally a good sign. Ease into unfamiliar food over the first few days.

Sun. Bali is close to the equator and UV is intense even under cloud cover.

Before you go. Check the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel information for Indonesia and note the Chinese Consulate-General in Denpasar's contact details.

Respect the rules. Indonesian law is strict, particularly on drugs, and penalties are severe. Dress and behave modestly at temples and religious sites, and follow guides' instructions at ceremonies.