Can a Foreigner Buy Property in Indonesia?
“Foreign ownership of houses or apartments falls under the Right of Use category, locally known as Hak Pakai, which is...
Expats
Expats in Jakarta Ranked as 8th Highest-Paid Expats In The World
According to an analysis of an HSBC report by Bloomberg, India’s financial, commercial and entertainment powerhouse has the highest average...
Oman Imposes Six Month Ban on Expat Hiring
Omani Minister of Manpower Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Al Bakri has announced a freeze on expat hiring in ten sectors,...
With an Eye for Expats, Developer Plans New Bali Condotel
PT Laut Biru Bali is eyeing foreign visitors and expats with an upcoming premium condominium-hotel for Legian Beach in Bali....
Five Locations In Indonesia That Are Filled With Expats
Expats who are looking for great places in Indonesia to call home, here are five great spots that might be...
World Bank Coughs Up More Cash For Indonesia’s Infrastructure
World Bank just ponied up more cash for Indonesia?s bold infrastructure push. The funds are meant to improve the nation?s...
New Rules for Electronics on Planes Aim to Combat Terrorism
The Indonesian government is imposing stricter safeguards on electronic devices in airplane cabins. The move is designed to enhance national...
Luxury Apartment Developers Target Expats in Cikarang
A large number of expats in Cikarang?s industrial area drives luxury property developers to offer better and more comfortable housing...
West Borneo Named as Hot Spot for International Narcotics Trade
The National Anti Narcotics Agency recently stated that West Borneo is now a hub for the region’s international narcotics trade....
Here’s Why Expats in Jakarta Love Living in Kemang
Over the years Kemang has become a hub for trendy locals and expats alike. Here's why many foreigners move to...
Top 5 Jobs Available for Foreigners in Bali
In many cases, expatriates choose to live in Bali because the living cost is relatively lower compared to other places...
What Expats Needs to Know About Insurance in Indonesia
For expats accustomed to the extensive insurance coverage they had back in their countries of origin, finding the right insurance...
15 Companies That Help Expats Do Business in Indonesia
Indonesia is going to be the world?s seventh-largest economy by 2030. As Southeast Asia?s biggest market, it offers several different...
Five Interesting Expats and Their Startups in Indonesia
After scouring the sea of startups at Balai Kartini earlier this month, here are five interesting techies in Indonesia, who...
Pizza Hut, Marugame Udon Accused of Mouldy Malpractice (UPDATE: Director Responds)
Pizza Hut and other mainstream restaurant chains have been accused of illegally extending expiration dates on their ingredients in Indonesia....
What Does Tax Amnesty Mean for Expats in Indonesia?
Of course, this tax amnesty scheme could theoretically be useful for locals, while certainly helping propel the government?s agenda. But...
Reported Number of Expat Workers Plummets in Indonesia
?Foreign labour regulations in Indonesia are tight. There are skill and knowledge requirements. The point is, only skilled labourers are...
Violations on Stay Permits or Visas!
It just happens, violating the rules of your stay permit (KITAS) or your visa. Sometimes totally absent-mindedly. What happens if...
Age Does Make a Difference: Retirement Age Laws in Oil & Gas
Like working in Indonesia? Don’t get old. I was 38 years old when I first stepped off the Garuda plane...
What We Bring to the Table
My family and I are moving house – no small feat in the world’s largest archipelago. Our imminent upheaval to...
Foreign Property Ownership Under the Magnifying Glass in Indonesia
The government says it will survey and inventory all land that could be owned by foreigners. The issue raises eyebrows...