Fake It till You Break It: Soul Searching in Bali
I’m writing this column on a cliff in Uluwatu where the ocean breeze is cool, the sunrise is stunning, and...
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New Bule in Town
I’m a new arrival in the least-known major city in the world, the capital of the least-known major country in...
Purchasing Land in Bali? Know What You Are Buying
Buying land in Bali is a dream for many. However, acquiring property is not as easy as you’d like to...
You’ve Decided to Become an Expat in Bali ? Where to Start?
Bali attracts people who are at a crossroads in their lives, who want to escape something, or relocate to better...
Registering a VAT-liable Company in Indonesia
Value-added tax (VAT) applies to certain goods and services sold in Indonesia. When should you register as a VAT-liable company...
A Guide to Afterschool Activities in Jakarta
The most successful students are never the ones who limit themselves to studying in classrooms. Many students need more than...
Why are We More Prone to Making Bad Property Investments in Bali?
The locals in Bali sometimes joke about “Banyak Libur” – in other words, many holidays. How come staying in Bali...
2019 Salary Expectations in Indonesia
What kind of salary can jobseekers expect in Indonesia this year? Here, you’ll find information to give both managers and...
Bringing the Community Together: Indonesia Expat Mixer July
The atmosphere was electric as the attendees filled the pave at Fat Shogun for the fifth Indonesia Expat Mixer on...
Can a Foreigner Buy Property in Indonesia?
Buying property is one of the most common ways for Indonesians to protect and increase the value of their assets....
The Eight Best Jobs for an Expat in Bali
Bali is considered a dream holiday destination, and some visitors quickly move on from being a tourist to an expat,...
Indonesia Visa Overstay Fine Rises Sharply
Make sure to get your visa documentation in order as soon as possible because Indonesia has significantly raised the daily...
Guide to Indonesia’s 2019 Elections
Perplexed, vexed or just plain indifferent to the upcoming April 17 elections? Here’s all you need to know. What’s at...
Harmony Under the Full Moon: Indonesia Expat March Mixer
The Indonesia Expat Mixer is back. 20th March 2019 marked the huge success of Indonesia Expat’s organisation of its third...
To Survive Bali, You Need to Embrace the Mess
I had a dream: to become a Kickass Lawyer. Everything seemed to be going according to the plan. I finished...
2019 Guide to Filing the Annual Financial Statement in Indonesia
All companies registered in Indonesia must pay and report all applicable taxes, as well as submit their annual financial statement...
Love is in The Air: Indonesia Expat Mixer February
As great as the first event of Indonesia Expat Mixer was, the second event was also a roaring success. A...
The New Work and Stay Permit Procedure for Expatriates: An Update on the Implementation
In March 2018, the president issued Presidential Regulation 20/2018 concerning the use of foreign workers, which marked the start of...
How to Get a Business Visa in Indonesia
Foreign entrepreneurs in Indonesia can apply for a business visa. What are the precise activities you can engage in? With...
When a Work Permit Is Not Needed: Know the Latest Employment Regulation
The implementation of the latest Presidential Regulation (No. 20/2018) concerning Foreign Workers introduced several simplifications to boost the ease of...
An Overview of the Types of Sponsored Work and Stay Permits in Indonesia
Foreigners who wish to work and stay in Indonesia can choose from various types of work and stay permits, depending...