PARQ Founder Andre Frey Arrested by Bali Police
On Friday, January 24, a 53-year-old German businessman, a well-known developer in Bali and the founder of the PARQ residential and entertainment complex, Andre Frey, was taken into custody in Ubud. H…
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Investor Visas Will No Longer Be a Backdoor to Bali Life
The Indonesian authorities issued a stern warning to foreigners who try to enter the country under the guise of being investors, but in fact engage in fraud or disrupt public order.
Mike Tyson Finds Zen in Bali — and Plans to Brew Up a Knockout Café!
Photos of Mike Tyson meditating are going viral on Indonesian social media. According to captions by local journalists, the famous boxer came to Ubud for a wellness retreat and spiritual practices — a…
Bali Plans Monthly Education Program for Foreign Investors
The government of Bali province announced the launch of monthly educational sessions for foreign investors. We are talking about direct foreign investment — PMA (Penanaman Modal Asing). This training…
A Foreigner's Guide to Buying a Car in Bali
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.
Sham Marriages: How Foreigners Bypass the Law for Land Ownership in Bali
In Bali, the practice of nominal landowners or name lending agreements is gaining popularity. Simply put, foreigners who legally cannot own land in Bali, enter into contractual marriages with Balinese…
Investors Snap Up Bali Land as Control Concerns Grow
Members of Bali’s parliament met in Denpasar to discuss who really controls the island’s territory — the state or business. I Made Supartha, chair of the special commission on spatial planning, assets…
BRI Bank: Everything You Need to Know
To open an account with BRI Bank for foreigners, follow these steps:
Prepare Documents:…
• Passport
• Visa (such as work, tourist, or social)
• Proof of residence in Indonesia (like a rental agreement or other documentation)
Bali Moves Against Legal Grey Zones in Small Business Sector
Bali is continuing to tackle one of the most sensitive issues of recent years: foreign-owned companies operating in sectors that are formally intended for locals. Indonesia’s Ministry of Investment (B…
Foreigners Allowed to Lead Indonesian State-Owned Enterprises
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has allowed foreigners to manage state-owned enterprises (BUMN) for the first time in the country’s history. The new policy sparked a strong reaction — immediatel…
