Blog

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

13/02/2026Sanctions 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

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

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

09/02/2026What Businesses Should Prepare for in 2026

According to the experience of entrepreneurs operating in Indonesia, most business problems arise not from new regulations but from seemingly minor issues. Most often, they miss reporting deadlines, use outdated immigration data, insurance agencies,

09/02/2026AI vs. Legal Specialist. Lawyer Checks AI-Generated Contract

We decided to check for ourselves how good artificial intelligence is in practice. We composed a prompt: “Act as a legal expert and draft me a rental agreement for the villa I plan to rent in Bali. I will fill in all necessary individual information

28/01/2026New Minimum Wage Indicators Set in Bali and Indonesia for 2026

If you run a business in Indonesia, you probably have local employees on your staff. The payroll of permanent staff is regulated by the government. To this end, the government sets a minimum wage below which an employee cannot be paid, but above that

26/01/2026Halal Certification in Indonesia: Regulations, Deadlines, and Costs for Businesses

Halal certification is the process of obtaining an official document that confirms the compliance of a product or service with Islamic norms (Sharia) and the requirements of Indonesian law. The certificate is required for any business involved in the

26/01/2026When is Indonesia Considered Your Tax Resident? We Explain the New Rules

One of the most common fears among foreigners in Indonesia is “What if I am recognized as a tax resident and forced to pay taxes?” At the end of 2025, everything became clearer: the Indonesian Tax Administration approved a new regulation

12/01/2026PSE - Electronic System Operator: What It Is and Who Needs PSE Registration in Indonesia

What is PSE PSE stands for Penyelenggara Sistem Elektronik, which translates to electronic system operator. Companies and projects offering digital services to users in Indonesia are required to have this legal status. In the business environment,

08/01/2026KBLI 2025: What Has Changed and Why Businesses Shouldn’t Panic

Indonesia’s Central Statistics Agency (BPS) has officially introduced KBLI 2025 , the updated classification of business activities, replacing KBLI 2020 . It’s important to emphasize from the start: the KBLI update is not intended to restrict

08/01/2026Work Schedule for January 16

January 16 , many government offices, including immigration offices in Indonesia, will be closed. Our office is closed, couriers are not working, online support is available from 10-00 to 22-00 Bali time. Think about your passports, extensions, and