Bali police will now stop not only motorbike riders but also motorists. Previously, they focused on catching those driving without a license and helmet, but now attention is drawn to tourism taxis. In…
From July 14 to July 27, 2025, the traffic police in Buleleng conducted the 'Patuh Agung 2025' operation aimed at improving road discipline. Over two weeks, officers issued 3,339 fines. The main offen…
The Indonesian Immigration Directorate has lifted penalties for overstaying for foreigners who were compelled to remain in the country following the eruption of the Lewotobi Lakilaki volcano on Flores…
Navigating the car-buying maze in Bali as a foreigner can feel like a high-stakes game.
With online expat forums buzzing with questions like, “Can I buy a car in Indonesia?” and “Can I register it in my name?” it’s no wonder the process might seem daunting.
If you’re going to Vietnam for a visa run and plan to travel around the country by motorbike, it’s worth understanding local traffic rules and habits in advance.
Motorbikes dominate the roads here, and while the overall chaos may feel familiar to those used to Southeast Asia, Vietnam has a number of important specifics. Knowing them beforehand can help avoid f…
One of the landmarks of Nuanu Creative City, the famous Tri Hita Karana Tower, situated on a cliff edge, raised concerns among local authorities. During an inspection conducted by the Tim Pansus DPRD…
At the end of 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Investments (BKPM) reiterated that LKPM reporting is not merely a formality. It is a commitment from companies to the state.
The island’s police and tourism business have launched CAKRAWASI — a digital system that records where foreigners live in real time. The reason is serious: an increase in crimes involving citizens fro…
A sudden inspection at the popular sports complex Bali Padel Academy in Canggu puzzled Balinese officials. The elite venue, operational since 2023, was a "ghost" to urban planning services but a "mode…
The Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, stated that the authorities will strictly control tourism on the island and move away from the approach of 'the more people, the better'. He emphasized that Bali is…
