Another European destination to charge visitors with tourist tax this year

Italy’s tassa di soggiorno varies by city and accommodation type. In Rome, tourists pay between €1 and €5 per night depending on the hotel star rating. Venice has recently introduced a €5 entry fee for day visitors during peak seasons to reduce overcrowding and fund preservation of its historic sites.

Japan’s “Sayonara Tax” is a flat departure tax of 1,000 yen (~₹600) applied to all travelers leaving the country. Introduced to improve tourism infrastructure and support airport operations, this fee contributes to Japan’s efforts to maintain quality visitor experiences.

France charges a taxe de séjour across many cities. The rate depends on accommodation type, ranging from €0.65 for budget stays to over €15 for luxury hotels. The collected revenue supports maintenance of tourism infrastructure such as museums, parks, and public transport.

Bhutan applies one of the highest tourist fees globally—a Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of USD 100 per person per day. This mandatory charge supports Bhutan’s “high-value, low-impact” tourism model, preserving its environment, culture, and heritage while managing visitor numbers.

Malaysia imposes a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night for foreign visitors staying at registered accommodations. The tax revenue is used for tourism promotion, development, and improving visitor facilities throughout the country.

Since February 2024, Bali charges a mandatory one-time tourist tax of 150,000 rupiah (~$10) per traveler upon arrival. The funds support cultural preservation, environmental conservation, and sustainable tourism initiatives across the island.

Thailand plans to introduce an arrival tax of about 300 Thai Baht (~$9) for international visitors arriving by air. The collected fees will finance sustainable tourism development and provide accident insurance coverage for tourists.

New Zealand charges an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) ranging from NZD 35 to NZD 100, collected when travelers apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (eTA) or visa. These funds support environmental conservation and tourism infrastructure projects.

Austria’s local tourist tax, called Ortstaxe, varies by region. In Vienna, it is set at 3.2% of the accommodation cost, while in other regions it ranges from €0.15 to €3 per person per night. The revenue helps maintain tourist facilities and promotes regional tourism.