Autogates let you clear passport control in Indonesia without dealing with an officer: the system reads your passport, matches your face against the photo and records your entry electronically. At the…
A visa run doesn’t always have to mean taking the shortest possible flight out of Indonesia and returning to Bali the next day. If you have a little more time, the Philippines, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and…
If you stay in Bali long enough, there is a good chance that at some point you will need to leave Indonesia before starting a new period of stay. That short trip abroad is commonly known as a visa run
In 2026, Indonesian immigration authorities have taken a noticeably tougher approach to visa violations. While many foreigners previously saw deportation as the most serious consequence, immigration o…
When a developer misses deadlines, stops responding, or fails to return invested funds, many people immediately consider going to court or the police. In practice, the first and most important step is…
Your company in Bali is no longer delivering the expected results, your plans have changed, or the business is no longer relevant. In this situation, many owners immediately consider liquidating their…
Buying property during the construction stage (pre-sale) in Indonesia often appears to be an opportunity to invest in a project at the most attractive price.
Bali has long been one of the most popular destinations for bloggers, photographers, videographers, DJs, yoga instructors, and other creative professionals.
Many have worked with local businesses for years, creating content and promoting their services in the belief that unpaid work did not violate the conditions of a tourist visa.
The Legal Indonesia team regularly advises clients on visa matters and has noticed a growing trend. Before buying tickets, people first ask a chatbot whether they need a visa instead of checking offic…
Many people first come to Bali in winter to escape the snow and cold. But those who have visited the island several times are increasingly planning their trips between June and September. These months…
Until recently, most small companies in Indonesia could use the preferential UMKM tax regime and pay just 0.5% of turnover. This system was convenient: it did not require full accounting, and the tax…
Imagine this: you submit your tax reports on time, pay your taxes, and run your business as usual. Then, some time later, you find out that your company’s access to the government system has been bloc…
Annual leave and sick leave in Indonesia are much clearer than they may seem at first glance.
The main rules are set out in law and in the BPJS social security system, through which sick pay and some social benefits are processed. The issue is usually not a lack of rules, but the fact that the…
Opening a restaurant in Bali is not just about finding premises, creating a menu and hiring a team. To operate legally, you need to obtain a number of licences and certificates confirming compliance w…
Bali’s villa sector is facing significant regulatory changes. At this week’s Bali Villa Connect 2026 forum, industry leaders discussed introducing an official villa classification system similar to ho…
