Bali’s Investment Landscape in 2026 and How Foreign Capital Aligns With Local Economic Priorities
As we enter 2026, Bali Investment is undergoing one of the most defining shifts in decades. Bali — long known internationally as a tourism magnet — is evolving into a carefully curated investment destination where foreign capital must not only...
What Indonesia’s KBLI 2025 Update Tells Us About Future Growth Sectors
Indonesia’s economic transformation rarely happens overnight. Instead, it often reveals itself through quiet but structural regulatory changes. One such change arrived in December 2025, when the Central Statistics Agency (Badan Pusat Statistik / BPS) issued Peraturan BPS No. 7 Tahun...
Indonesia Introduces New Import Prohibitions in 2026 and What It Means for New Companies
Indonesia officially entered a new phase of trade regulation on 1 January 2026. With the enactment of Permendag No. 47 Tahun 2025, the government introduced a refreshed framework of Import Prohibitions in 2026 that directly affects how goods can be...
Indonesia’s Rules and Penalties for Dormant Companies
Dormant companies in Indonesia are more common than most business owners expect—especially among PT and PT PMA entities that stop operations temporarily due to funding limitations, restructuring decisions, or paused expansion plans. But many owners misunderstand what “dormant” actually means...
How to Legally Build a Villa in Bali: Permits, PBG, and SLF Explained
Building a villa in Bali is one of the most attractive investment decisions for foreigners and local investors alike. Tourism continues to grow, long-term rental demand remains strong, and the island’s lifestyle appeal makes property ownership feel both emotional and...
Import Restrictions in Free Trade Zones and Special Economic Zones Under Permendag 47/2025
Indonesia’s trade and investment landscape entered a new regulatory phase with the issuance of Permendag 47/2025. Officially titled Peraturan Menteri Perdagangan Nomor 47 Tahun 2025 tentang Barang yang Dilarang untuk Diimpor, this regulation significantly reshapes how import prohibitions apply across...
Indonesia Introduces a New KBLI 2025 and What It Means for New Companies in 2026
Indonesia has quietly introduced one of its most important regulatory updates for businesses in recent years. In December 2025, the Central Statistics Agency (Badan Pusat Statistik / BPS) officially enacted KBLI 2025, a new national business classification system that replaces...
Foreign Investor’s Checklist Before Buying Property in Bali or Lombok (2026 Edition)
Interest in Buying Property in Bali and Lombok continues to grow as Indonesia strengthens its position as a lifestyle, tourism, and long-term investment destination. For foreign investors, villas in Bali and beachfront land in Lombok are often seen as attractive...
Bali Villa License Issues: Why Your Rental Villa Might Be Illegal Without You Knowing
Bali has long been one of the most attractive destinations in Asia for property investment, particularly for short-term rental villas. Strong tourism demand, high nightly rates, and the global popularity of platforms like Airbnb have encouraged many individuals—both Indonesians and...
How to Set Up a Digital or SaaS Business in Indonesia (PSE + Cross-Border Rules)
Indonesia has become one of Southeast Asia’s most attractive digital markets. With more than 210 million internet users, a fast-growing startup ecosystem, and strong government focus on digital transformation, many founders are now looking to set up a digital or...
