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22/05/2026Important: Indonesian public holidays on May 27 and 28

Dear clients Please be informed that May 27 and 28 are public holidays in Indonesia. Immigration offices and other Indonesian government institutions will be closed. Our office will also be closed, and courier services will not operate. Online

20/05/2026Highlights from the first offline event by Legal Indonesia x Bank Mandiri

Thank you to everyone who joined us on May 8! This was our very first offline event, and we were truly happy to see such great interest, engagement, and a warm atmosphere. During the event, we discussed important legal aspects of mixed marriages in

19/05/2026Pre-sale real estate in Indonesia: three investor risks

Buying under-construction property in Indonesia is often perceived as an easy way to enter a project at an early stage at a minimum price. However, behind the attractive renders on social media lies a stark reality: one of the most frequent

14/05/2026Indonesia visa without queues: eVOA B1 with 10% discount until May 31

The easiest way to enter Indonesia is with a B1 Visa on Arrival (VOA). Apply online in advance and avoid waiting in queues upon arrival. Promotion valid until May 31: get a 10% discount on eVOA processing, plus free completion of the All Indonesia

13/05/2026Strengthening AHU oversight: check whether your director's and commissioner's terms of authority have expired

Many PT (limited liability company) owners in Indonesia have grown accustomed to thinking that if the shareholder structure hasn't changed, there's no need to update the documents. This is a dangerous misconception. Under the Company Law (UU PT No.

08/05/2026You hired an employee in Indonesia and broke the law without realizing It

Hiring in Bali is often treated informally: agree on a salary, shake hands, and the employee starts working. In Indonesia, however, that approach can quickly create legal problems. Employment relationships are regulated far more strictly than many

08/05/2026Indonesia's transition to KBLI 2025: what business owners need to know before June 18, 2026

Indonesia is updating its classification of business activities. Here's what it means for PMA companies and other forms of business - and what to do right now. In 2026, Indonesia is completing the transition from the current classification of

08/05/2026Important Notice: Office Closed on May 14–15

Dear clients Please be informed that May 14 and 15 are public holidays in Indonesia. Immigration offices and other Indonesian government institutions will be closed. Our office will also be closed. Courier services will not be available. Online

06/05/2026Nominee structures: another reason foreign investors lose property in Bali

Nominee arrangements are one of the most common—and most misunderstood—risks in Bali’s real estate market. They are widely used. They often look safe. But from a legal standpoint, they are fundamentally vulnerable. Why nominee structures exist

04/05/2026How to terminate an employee in Indonesia without lawsuits or overpayments

In Bali, employee termination is rarely as simple as “parting ways”—even in cases of conflict or poor performance. In Indonesia, dismissal is not a single action but a structured legal process. Any mistake in procedure can immediately weaken the

01/05/2026Mixed marriage in Indonesia: legal rights, assets, and banking solutions

On May 8, 2026, Legal Indonesia in collaboration with Bank Mandiri will host an exclusive offline session for expats in Bali. If you are in a mixed marriage or planning one, this event will help you navigate the key legal and financial aspects in

01/05/2026Indonesia: extended deadline for corporate tax reporting without penalties

The Indonesian Ministry of Finance has introduced temporary relief measures for corporate taxpayers. According to an official announcement by the Directorate General of Taxes, companies (wajib pajak badan) may submit their 2025 annual corporate