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29/12/2025SP2DK: what it is and when it is issued by the tax authorities

SP2DK is an official request from the tax authority in Indonesia. In the letter, the inspector asks a company or individual to explain discrepancies in reporting or suspicious data. It is not a fine and not an audit, but an important signal that

24/12/2025Love and KITAS

How Love Almost Ruined a Business? A woman decides to start a company in Bali and run her business, while also inviting her boyfriend and his friend as co-founders since they needed to obtain a KITAS to live on the island. The business is developing,

23/12/2025Important Updates for D12 Visa Holders

The Immigration Office of Indonesia has updated the stay permit information for certain D12 visa holders. If you have recently entered with this visa or are currently in the country with it, please check your dates. To do this, open the ITK

23/12/2025Indonesia Strengthens Control Over Virtual Office (VO). Some NIBs Have Been Annulled

Indonesian authorities have tightened inspections of companies registered with virtual offices (VO). What's Happening Right Now BKPM has placed the use of VOs under increased scrutiny. This week, according to information received, BKPM staff are

22/12/2025Airbnb in Bali in 2026: New Rules, Licenses, and Taxes for Housing Rentals

After reports about a potential ban on Airbnb in Bali, the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism officially confirmed: online platforms are not planned to be closed. The point is for villa and apartment owners in Bali to operate legally, pay taxes, and

22/12/2025Compensation after an Accident in Bali: Why You Can’t Demand Repair Payment Immediately

The story of this accident in Bali clearly shows how the rules work here and where you may unexpectedly encounter legal issues. Our client was involved in an accident: he was traveling on the main road when a local biker suddenly emerged from a side

18/12/2025December 25th and 26th will be holidays throughout Indonesia

Dear clients! December 25th and 26th will be holidays throughout Indonesia. Government offices such as Immigration offices will not be operational. Our office and courier service will also be resting on these days. Online support will still be

27/11/2025"House Under Arrest": Tenant Evicted Due to Owner's Mortgage Obligations

Everything started as usual: long-term lease in Bali, contract, deposit, and payment for 1 year in advance. After 8 months, an unexpected visit from people in uniform: bank representatives inform that the house owner is not paying the mortgage. The

27/11/2025How You Can Be Deceived When Registering a Company

Last month, a client approached us wanting to open a company for short-term villa rentals, management, repair, and maintenance. After a legal review, Legal Indonesia specialists explained that short-term property rentals for foreign companies are

26/11/2025Celebration of Kuningan in Bali

November 28th, many government offices, including immigration offices, banks, and other authorities in Bali will be closed. Due to the celebration of Kuningan. The Legal Indonesia office will be operating as usual. The office is open, couriers are

13/11/2025Ban on Dollars in Indonesia

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

12/11/2025Celebrations of Galungan and Kuningan in Bali on November 18, 19, 20, and 28!

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