Three Simple Rules to Save Your Bike and Nerves
If you rent a bike in Bali, you know how easy it is to get used to the freedom: the fresh breeze, palm trees along the roadside, warm evenings, and short rides to the beach or café. But all this ease…
Yamaha Aerox 155: For Those Who've Outgrown the Scoopy
In Bali, being without a bike is like being without legs. But when you want a bit more than just getting from Canggu to Revolver and back, the Yamaha Aerox 155 comes into play.
The Dangers of a Dormant Company in Indonesia
A young entrepreneur from Europe moved to Bali with the idea of establishing a foothold. He had neither a real business nor a developed plan — but he had friends who were already obtaining a KITAS by…
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Indonesia Opens Visa-Free Entry for Tourists from Brazil and Turkey
From July 3, Indonesia introduced a visa-free regime for passport holders from Brazil and Turkey. The decision is outlined in the Decree of the Minister of Justice and Human Rights No. 9/2025, issued…
What to Do If You're Involved in an Accident in Bali: A Lawyer from LEGAL INDONESIA Offers a Guide for Foreigners
Involved in a traffic accident in Bali? Even if you feel confident behind the wheel, no one is immune to accidents. It’s important to know your rights and act correctly from the very first moments.
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Personal Luggage - No Income Tax: What's Changed in Indonesia
On June 6, the Indonesian government approved PMK Regulation No. 34/2025, updating the rules for passenger luggage. The document is already in effect, and some payments are applied retroactively from…
Indonesia Simplifies Visa System: Fewer Indexes and New Types of Stay Permits
The Indonesian immigration service has simplified visa classifications: from 133 indexes to only 110. The new system aims to make visa processing more understandable, quicker, and convenient. This is…
Immigration Service Warns: Entry to Indonesia Not Guaranteed Even with a Visa
In early June 2025, the Indonesian immigration service reminded foreigners that having a visa and a full set of documents doesn’t automatically guarantee entry. A border officer can refuse entry if th…
Indonesian Driving Licenses are Valid in ASEAN Countries — But with Nuances
From June 1, 2025, the new model national licenses (SIM A and SIM C) are officially recognized in ASEAN countries: Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Laos, Cambodia, Brunei, Myanmar, and the Phil…
Indonesia's Pink Wonder: Pink Beach Named World's Most Beautiful Beach
Pink Beach, located in Komodo National Park, topped the list of the world’s most beautiful beaches. It led the best beach list published by Forbes.
Pink Beach surpassed Le Morne in Mauritius, Boulders Beach in South Africa, Yalong Bay in China, and Sunrise Beach in Thailand.
