Bali Governor Wayan Koster is developing 15 regional regulations aimed at supporting the island’s sustainable development. These regulations focus on land-use control and coastal protection to safegua…
The Bali government is developing a set of regional regulations aimed at combating the use of proxies by foreigners when purchasing land. This is a response to an issue that authorities say has reache…
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has once again addressed the issue of tourist motorbike regulations. In his opinion, foreigners ride motorbikes too unsteadily. He plans to introduce a regional regulation…
Bali Governor Wayan Koster sets an ambitious goal to increase revenue from the tourist levy nearly fourfold. Currently, less than 35% of visitors pay the mandatory fee of 150,000 rupiah (about 10 doll…
The Bali government has long emphasized the need for stricter supervision of rental vehicles used by tourists. Deputy Chairman of the Bali Regional Council, Kresna Budi, believes that returning to a p…
A law set to significantly change the rules governing tourist transport is about to come into effect on the island. The Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) has already approved the draft.
Whether you are planning a short trip to Bali or a major import or export operation, it is essential to understand the regulations governing what you can and cannot bring into and out of Indonesia. Th…
The Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, stated that the island continues to face a serious problem — foreign tourists illegally renting out thousands of villas and homes.
After the high-profile demolition of dozens of tourist facilities at Bingin Beach, authorities in Badung are targeting new locations — this time focusing on Balangan and Melasti. Inspections have reve…
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.
