Vietnam Joins Thailand and Indonesia in Plotting New Tourist Entry Tax to Fund Eco‑Conscious Projects - 2026 Guide - Travel And Tour World

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

67% : The Balinese government, with support from a provincial law and regulations from the Bali Governor, introduced a 150,000 IDR levy for foreign visitors in February 2024.
66% : A tourism entry levy could provide essential funds for renewable energy projects, waste recycling systems, water treatment plants, and resilient roads.
64% : Bali, the famous Indonesian island, has already proven the success of a tourist entry levy.
63% : The success of Bali's levy and Thailand's preparations for digital fee collection provide useful models for Vietnam to consider.
61% : The funds raised by this levy are earmarked for a variety of eco-friendly and cultural preservation projects.
59% : Bali's successful implementation of its tourism levy hinges on transparency.
59% : With tourism expected to continue growing, a small, transparent eco-levy could provide a sustainable revenue stream for the country's green and digital initiatives.
59% : As Vietnam welcomes more international tourists, a well-designed tourism tax could help fund the necessary infrastructure and environmental projects to maintain the country's beauty and cultural heritage.
58% : As the region faces growing challenges from over-tourism, this tax could become a crucial tool in protecting the environment for future generations.
58% : This could serve as a solid precedent if the government decides to introduce a broader entry levy to fund sustainability projects.
57% : The money collected through this levy is only processed via the official Love Bali website to ensure transparency and trust.
56% : Vietnam is making waves by joining Thailand and Bali in implementing a new tourist entry tax aimed at funding eco-conscious projects.
55% : Despite abandoning the entry fee, Thailand has made strides in preparing a system that could collect a levy in the future.
53% : Countries like Bali, Thailand, and Vietnam see the introduction of these taxes as a way to ensure that the regions remain attractive to tourists while safeguarding the environment for future generations.
52% : While this approach may reduce the immediate need for entry taxes, it also signals a significant shift toward greener and more sustainable tourism.
51% : The introduction of tourist entry taxes is not without controversy.
51% : Vietnam's existing Tourism Development Support Fund, which has already successfully funneled funds from visas and entrance fees into development projects, shows that these taxes can be structured in a way that benefits both travelers and local communities.
50% : The new tourist entry tax will play a pivotal role in financing eco-friendly infrastructure, waste management, and conservation projects.
50% : While Vietnam has not yet introduced a national tourist levy, its existing models, like the Tourism Development Support Fund, suggest that such a tax could become a vital tool for funding green infrastructure and preserving the country's unique cultural and natural resources.
48% : If travelers can see that their contributions are making a positive impact, they are more likely to accept the cost of the levy.
45% : While the fee has been canceled for now, the digital infrastructure developed for the TDAC system opens the door for future implementation of eco-focused taxes if the government decides to reconsider.
44% : If the public can see the direct benefits of these taxes -- such as cleaner beaches, safer roads, and more protected cultural sites -- they may be more willing to accept the cost of the levy.
39% : While Bali's levy is off to a strong start, Thailand's attempts to implement a similar tax have faced considerable challenges.

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