Registering in Bali: Step-by-Step Guide & Requirements - Bali Live

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Upd. 22/05/26 at 08:26
International Oceanman Swim Returns to Bali

After a two-year break, Oceanman — an international open-water swim — is returning to Bali. The event will take place on 19–21 June 2026 at Kedonganan Beach, near Jimbaran. Organisers say around 900 s…

Cars, bikes
Upd. 29/07/24
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.

A Foreigner's Guide to Buying a Car in Bali
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Upd. 14/05/26
Bamboo Forest Run Coming to Penglipuran Village

On 7 June, the tourist village of Penglipuran in Bangli Regency will host the Penglipu-Run Fun Run 2026. It’s a short 5 km run for those who want to combine sport with a trip to one of Bali’s best-kno…

Bamboo Forest Run Coming to Penglipuran Village
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Upd. 04/05/26
Jatiluwih Terraces to Host Bali’s Sustainable Run

Bali is preparing the Jatiluwih Fun Run 2026 — a run through the Jatiluwih rice terraces in Tabanan. It is planned for 20 June 2026.

The route will pass through one of the island’s most famous locations. The Jatiluwih rice terraces are a UNESCO World Heritage site and have long been one of the symbols of “green” Bali.

Jatiluwih Terraces to Host Bali’s Sustainable Run
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Upd. 26/04/26
Culture Run Bali 2026 Heads to Nusa Dua

Culture Run Bali 2026 has been announced in Bali. The race will take place on 26 July 2026 at Peninsula Island in the Nusa Dua resort area.

Three distances have been announced: 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon. Registration is not open yet, so follow the official Instagram. Entry fees start from 250,000 rupiah for the 5 km, from 350,000 fo…

Culture Run Bali 2026 Heads to Nusa Dua
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Upd. 27/12/25
Bali Launches Single Registry for All Foreign Tourists

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…

Bali Launches Single Registry for All Foreign Tourists