The Bali government is launching a new reward scheme for those who help collect the tourist tax. It will include hotels, villas, tourist sites, and travel agencies.
Governor Wayan Koster reminded that under the new regional regulation No. 2 of 2025, partners can earn up to three percent commission for participating in tax collection. In 2024, the island received…
Bali Governor Wayan Koster explained how revenues from tourist fees are collected and planned to be distributed. According to him, the central government returns a disproportionately small portion of…
The flow of foreign tourists to Bali continues to grow. According to authorities, since the beginning of 2025, it has increased by 10−12% compared to the previous year.
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.
Bali has abolished the progressive tax scale for cars and motorcycles: now the rate no longer depends on the number of vehicles registered to the owner. At the same time, an amnesty has been introduce…
The Bali government is planning to introduce a regulation that will make the Voucher Tourist Levy a mandatory requirement for obtaining a boarding pass when leaving the island.
For vehicle owners in Bali⬇️…
The Bali Provincial Tax Agency has launched a transport tax relief program that includes waiving penalties for overdue vehicle taxes and fees for ownership transfers. The program runs from November 1…
More than a year has passed since the tourist tax was introduced in Bali, yet collecting it remains a challenge for the island’s authorities. Out of the 6.3 million foreign tourists who visited Bali i…
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)
Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita announced that Apple has not yet requested permission to sell the new generation of iPhones in Indonesia.
At the same time, he mentioned that Apple’s investment commitments in the country are being implemented according to agreements. One confirmation of this is the launch of Apple BINUS Bali Developer Ac…
