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After a series of high-profile offenses that took place in the first half of 2023, the Bali Immigration Office issued a memorandum for tourists titled “About the Norms and Prohibitions on the Island.” It is expected that all visitors entering Indonesia should acquaint themselves with the rules and adhere to them strictly. Currently, the memorandum is only available in three languages: English, Chinese, and Hindi. It comprises two pages: the first page provides general recommendations for tourists, while the second page outlines the prohibitions. Let’s have a look at what is outlined in the memorandum. There are 12 points that…

Giving birth in Bali is a relatively common occurrence among foreigners Some people come here specifically to have a natural birth at specialized clinics, while others have been living on the island for a long time, and the expansion of their family happens right here. It is important to understand that a child born in Bali will not automatically receive Indonesian citizenship unless at least one of the parents is an Indonesian citizen. Therefore, after the child is born, the mother or father will need to take steps to legalize the child’s stay in the country, which includes obtaining a…

Immigration offices will be closed from June 28 to June 30Take care of your extensions, visas and passports in advance! Our office wiil be close too.

June 1 – 2 weekend in Indonesia. Immigration offices and our office will be closed.

Dear clients, please note that the Immigration offices in Bali will be closed on 24.05

The visa extension procedure is a top priority as failing to take care of it in a timely manner can result in a violation of the visa regulations and, at the very least, incurring a penalty. During the visa extension process, which typically takes about two weeks, you will be without your passport. Does this mean you have to give up traveling and stay in one place? Not at all. The key is to prepare in advance by making a copy of your passport. So, how can you travel around Indonesia while your passport is being extended? Before submitting your…

Dear clients, please note that 18.05 is a day off in Indonesia. Immigration offices, banks and our office will be closed. If you need extensions or passports, please plan ahead.

The biggest misconception of expats who decide to do business in Bali is that once they start a company and get an investor KITAS, they can work here. This is not really true. Similarly, many people think that you have to get a working KITAS in order to work, but it’s not that simple either. Let’s have a look at the situation with the example of a diving instructor who has decided to teach scuba diving to tourists. In this article we will analyze the fundamental differences between the two KITAS visas – investor and work visa, and find the…

Bali is one of the most popular destinations for foreigners working remotely and representatives of creative professions. Beautiful nature, excellent climate, developed infrastructure, and most importantly, a large number of expats in need of various services make the island a dream destination for living and making money. However, as the experience of early 2023 shows, many people work in Bali on an ordinary tourist visa, which, of course, is prohibited. And in doing so, quite openly advertise their services in social networks. In Q1 2023 alone, more than 600 people were deported for working illegally. If you’re going to Bali…

Labor Day (Hari Buruh) is an official holiday in Indonesia. On May 1, all government services, including immigration offices, will be closed. Work will resume normally on Tuesday, May 2.