The Reality Behind Bali Property Investment
Investing in property in Bali may look attractive, but this is also where foreign buyers regularly face legal and financial risks. Many believe that once the contract is signed and payment is made, th…
Japan Plans Major Investment to Save Bali’s Beaches
The Japanese government has confirmed funding for the second phase of a project to protect Bali’s coastline from erosion (abrasion). The support will amount to 9.85 billion yen, which is about 1.08 tr…
Why Bali Beats Europe in Property Investment
In 2025, Bali became one of the most attractive destinations for real estate investments. Tourism has rebounded, the flow of travelers is growing, and rental returns surpass those in Europe and the US
Indonesia Set for Boom in Ultra-Wealthy Residents
Indonesia is rapidly emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing markets for capital and private wealth. According to a new report by global consultancy Knight Frank, the country is expected to rec…
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.
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…
Indonesia Open for Investment — 'Golden Visa' Gains Momentum
Indonesia is undergoing a major immigration reform. On July 25, 2024, President Joko Widodo introduced the 'Golden Visa' as a tool to attract wealthy foreigners and boost economic growth.
Indonesia Simplifies Rules for Investors
Opening a company with foreign capital in Indonesia has become easier. The minimum paid-up share capital is now reduced from 10 to 2.5 billion rupiahs. The rules changed on October 2, 2025, when the n…
Bali Plans to Simplify Business Licensing
Investment issues, especially in real estate, have not gone unnoticed by the authorities. Deputy Minister of Investment and Industry (BKPM), Todotua Parasibu, acknowledged that potential investors in…
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…
