Vincentius Alvin Yoga
Apr 09, 2026
Bali is stepping up its approach to tourism security with the launch of the Cakra Foreigner Surveillance or Cakrawasi system, a new technology-based platform introduced by Bali Police to monitor the presence and activities of foreign nationals across the island.
As international arrivals continue to rise, the integrated system connects data from accommodation providers and authorities, aiming to improve oversight, prevent legal violations, and support a safer, more accountable tourism environment in Bali.
Cakrawasi as the New Monitoring System
Bali Regional Police have officially launched the Cakra Foreigner Surveillance (Cakrawasi) website and command center at their headquarters on March 2026. The technology-based system is designed to monitor the presence and activities of foreign nationals across Bali in an integrated way, connecting with existing surveillance networks at provincial and national levels.
Alongside the platform, authorities also introduced the Cakrawasi Command Center and the Mandala Krisna Gallery under the Intelligence and Security Directorate (Ditintelkam) within the Bali Police.
Driven by Rising Tourist Numbers
Bali Police Chief Inspector General Daniel Adityajaya said the system was developed in response to the growing number of international visitors. Data from the Bali Central Statistics Agency (BPS) shows that foreign tourist arrivals reached 7.05 million in 2025, an increase of around 750,000 visitors, or 12 percent, compared to 2024.
Following a trial period that began in December 2025, the system is now fully implemented. The platform enables faster and more accurate monitoring and recording of foreign nationals while maintaining data confidentiality.
Accommodation providers, including all hotels and villas, are required to submit guest data that matches the original passport used by foreign visitors. This will help Cakrawasi tracking the data of each visitors.
Strengthening Security and Tourism Confidence
Authorities say the system aims to close security gaps, including cases involving forged or multiple passports used to exploit weaknesses in tourism administration. It also serves as a digital upgrade of the long-standing guest reporting system required for accommodation providers in Indonesia.
With the increasing mobility of foreign nationals, officials note potential risks such as legal violations and security concerns, affecting both visitors and locals. The system is expected to help minimize illegal activities and allow faster response when issues arise.
The initiative also comes as Bali works to address recent international travel advisories, including concerns raised by South Korea and Canada regarding safety and scams.
For tourists, the new system is not expected to change the check-in experience. Authorities emphasize that the goal is to maintain public order, ensure safety, and support a positive tourism environment, supported by ongoing monitoring efforts from tourism and immigration task forces across the island.
