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Two Prices - One Big Risk! The company PT PMA ROGA AND KOPITA was summoned for an interview with the police because the website listed the US dollar equivalent next to the price in rupiahs (IDR) for reference. For foreign users, this seemed like a

On November 18, 19, 20, and 28, Bali will celebrate Galungan and Kuningan—Balinese Hindu festivals dedicated to the triumph of good over evil and honoring the spirits of ancestors. They include ceremonies, offerings, and prayers for the purification

Pressure Instead of Deadlines The deadlines for handing over our clients' villa in Indonesia have been pushed so far that eight months of madness from the developer have become the norm. Instead of a clear delivery date and quality service, there's

Indonesia is one of the most dynamically developing digital markets in Asia. The country actively invests in technology, e-governance, cybersecurity, and startup ecosystems. For foreign IT companies, this creates favorable conditions for expansion

Starting 2026, Halal Certification Becomes Mandatory Beginning in 2026 , Indonesia will enforce a new rule: all food, beverages, cosmetics, and medicines must be halal-certified . Products without a valid halal certificate will be considered

Managing accounting in Indonesia requires not only attention to deadlines and documents but also a deep understanding of local laws. Even experienced accountants in Bali often make mistakes that can lead to fines, tax audits, and even company

Many foreigners planning a long-term stay in Bali often have to choose between the D12 visa and the Remote Worker KITAS . Both allow you to stay in Indonesia for an extended period, but they differ significantly in terms of legal status, rights, and

Sometimes unforeseen difficulties arise during construction. Our clients faced a situation where the developer stopped communicating and ignored all attempts to make contact. This happened because the construction company failed to meet the real

Our client invested in building a villa in Bali. The contract that the contractor proposed to him appeared simple and 'standard': price, deadlines, scope of work. There were no clauses regarding material quality guarantees or defect rectifications.

Running a business in Indonesia as a foreign-owned company involves many nuances. Even experienced accountants sometimes make mistakes that can result in fines, additional tax assessments, and issues with government authorities. At Legal Indonesia,

“What if I die tomorrow?” – this is the question every foreigner who owns property in Indonesia eventually faces. Recently, a client approached our consulting agency Legal Indonesia with a substantial portfolio of assets. His investments in real

As of September 6, 2025 , the U.S. Department of State has changed the rules for applying for nonimmigrant visas. From now on, applications can only be submitted in the applicant’s country of citizenship or country of permanent residence . This new