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Key Takeaways Bali recorded Rp 42.8 trillion (USD 2.7 billion) in investment in 2025, but authorities found widespread misuse of permits and business classifications. The Indonesian government is preparing to tighten foreign investment rules in Bali to protect local MSMEs, prevent permit abuse, and promote sustainable development. Major violations include: Misuse of KBLI 68111 (Real Estate) for...

Bali Governor Wayan Koster has announced plans to halt the operation of Airbnb during the 15th Regional Conference of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) (December 3, 2025). Koster argues that many short-term rental activities are operating illegally, predominantly managed by foreign nationals, creating losses for Bali’s government as revenue fails to match the rapid growth in...

Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has officially ordered the shutdown of the controversial 182-meter glass elevator project at Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida. This decisive action follows the discovery of multiple violations involving spatial planning, environmental regulations, permitting procedures, and cultural tourism standards. The announcement, delivered on November 23, 2025, came after a thorough...

When people think of investing in Bali, most of the time they will talk about real estate investments. However, there has been a shift and a growth in yacht investment opportunities. So which one would be the best choice for you, and which fits you better: real estate or choosing yacht investment as a long-term asset? Keep reading to find the answer. Key Takeaways The Asia-Pacific yacht...

  Price bubbles often happen in property markets. A "bubble" means the price of a property is much higher than its real value, but you can only be sure it was overpriced once the bubble bursts. According to the latest UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2025, several international cities are showing signs of housing bubbles, where property prices are rising much faster than local incomes...

For years, buying property in Bali felt simple. You just need to pick a spot, sign some papers, and start your dream investment. But today, the Bali property regulations has been changed. New rules are reshaping how real estate works here, especially after the severe Bali floods in August-September 2025. This isn’t bad news—it’s just different. And if you understand the changes,...

Key Takeaways The Bali government isn’t banning all construction, but new permits for hotels, restaurants, and other facilities on productive land—especially rice fields—are prohibited, with very limited exceptions for local housing. You can still build villas or hotels on legally zoned (yellow zone) land with the correct permits. The policy aims to protect Bali’s nature, farmland, and...

Have you seen the headlines about the protests in Indonesia that broke out at the end of August? These protests are tied to bigger political and economic issues across the country. And yes, some even took place in Bali’s capital, Denpasar. It’s normal to feel uncertain when you read news about unrest. You might be asking yourself: “Is Bali still safe for tourists right now?” In this...