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11/03/2026Case: How We Filled the Client Support Manager Position for MyBaliTrips

"Finding an employee in Bali is usually not difficult. Finding an employee in Bali who speaks Russian, English, and Indonesian and can handle 100 conversations per day is a completely different task." This was exactly the request we received from

11/03/2026Official Holidays in Indonesia from March 18 to 24

Official holidays in Indonesia from March 18 to 24. The country celebrates Nyepi and Ramadan. Many government offices, including Immigration offices, are closed. Our office will also be closed. Couriers will not be working. Online support will

10/03/2026Indonesia Confirms Mandatory Halal Certification Will Not Be Postponed

Indonesia has confirmed that the launch of its mandatory halal certification system will proceed as planned, with no additional delays. Government representatives announced this position during discussions at the World Trade Organization (WTO) on

09/03/2026Banks in Indonesia Will Report Credit Card Transaction Data to the Tax Authority

Introduction Indonesia is preparing to tighten oversight of financial transactions. The Ministry of Finance has introduced new rules requiring banks and credit card issuers to share transaction data with the national tax authority. The requirement is

07/03/2026A Director Inflated Contractor Prices: How We Legally Removed Him from the Company

A property developer managing several construction projects in Bali approached our firm. The company had appointed a director who was effectively responsible for overseeing the construction process. He worked directly with contractors and foremen,

28/02/2026Airbnb & Booking Bali: requirements from 31 March 2026 to keep your listing active

Introduction After recent statements by the Governor of Bali calling for online platforms to remove illegal rental properties, the government has begun implementing concrete measures. In fact, the framework was introduced earlier. In December,

20/02/2026Case: Entry Refusal with a Remote Worker KITAS

Situation The client obtained a remote worker KITAS (E33G) through a third-party agent. At the border control, she was not allowed entry with the KITAS. Immigration officers demanded additional documents and asked numerous additional questions during

19/02/2026Case Study: Overstay Due to Visa Agent's Mistake

Situation The client applied for a visa through a third-party visa agent for processing and support. Before her departure, she confirmed with the agent whether everything was in order with her status. The agent assured her that there were no issues

16/02/2026Bali Tightens Rules for Foreign Businesses: What Investors Should Prepare For

Serious discussions have begun in Bali regarding a revision of the operating conditions for foreign-owned companies. The provincial authorities have submitted a proposal to the Ministry of Investment to restrict access for PT PMA (Perseroan Terbatas

13/02/2026Tax Reform in Indonesia: Integration of NPWP and NIK and Its Practical Consequences

Indonesia is consistently transforming tax administration into a digital realm. One of the most significant changes in recent years has been the integration of the NPWP tax number with the NIK national identification number. Formally, it's about the

13/02/2026Sanctions and Employee Motivation in Indonesia: Legal Frameworks and Practical Solutions for Employers

The system of labor relations in Indonesia combines state regulation with significant employer autonomy. Issues of disciplinary sanctions and employee motivation are formally enshrined in legislation, but their practical implementation largely

11/02/2026Annual Leave and Sick Leaves in Indonesia: What is Important to Know

In Indonesia, the situation with annual leave and sick leave is not as chaotic as many might think. The system is quite clearly spelled out in the law, but not everyone delves into it, hence the questions. It is important for employers and employees