Own a Business in Indonesia? Here’s How to Update Your Company & Avoid the Risk of Being Declared Inactive
If you own or manage a company in Indonesia, there is a new compliance obligation you should not overlook. The Directorate General of General Legal Administration (Ditjen AHU) under the Ministry of Law has introduced a new administrative mechanism that allows companies to be designated as “Administratively Inactive” (Korporasi Nonaktif) if they fail to keep […]
Indonesia Surpasses 1,200 Golden Visas, Bringing in Rp52.1 Trillion in Investment
Indonesia’s Golden Visa programme has passed a significant milestone, with the Directorate General of Immigration announcing that 1,274 Golden Visas have been issued since the programme launched in July 2024. Beyond attracting high-net-worth individuals and global talent, the initiative has generated Rp52.1 trillion (approximately US$2.95 billion) in investment realisation, underscoring Indonesia’s growing appeal as a […]
Indonesia Sets July 15 Deadline for Foreign Investors’ LKPM Reporting
If you own or manage a foreign-owned company (PT PMA) in Indonesia, now is the time to check your compliance calendar. The deadline for submitting the latest Investment Activity Report (Laporan Kegiatan Penanaman Modal or LKPM) is 15 July 2026, and missing it could lead to administrative sanctions that may affect your business operations. LKPM […]
Australian Tourists Urged to Stay Vigilant in Bali Following Reports of Theft
Australian tourists planning a trip to Bali are being advised to remain vigilant following reports of pickpocketing and snatch thefts in several of the island’s busiest tourist destinations. The warning comes from Samantha, an Australian tour guide and content creator who regularly shares travel information about Bali. In a video uploaded earlier this month, which […]
Viral Video Shows Humanoid Robot’s Apparent Tantrum During Jakarta Office Trial
A humanoid robot named Jokoprabuwesi has gone viral after CCTV footage appeared to show it experiencing a system malfunction during a trial at an office in Jakarta, Indonesia. Videos circulating on social media show the robot making a series of unexpected movements, including high kicks and martial arts-style actions, prompting people nearby to move away […]
Indonesia Begins New E-Commerce Tax Collection Through Marketplaces from 1 July 2026
Indonesia has officially begun implementing a new mechanism for collecting Article 22 Income Tax (PPh Pasal 22) on online marketplace and e-commerce transactions, marking another milestone in the country’s ongoing digital tax reform. Effective 1 July 2026, selected e-commerce platforms are now authorised to collect income tax directly from eligible domestic merchants selling through their […]
Fight in Canggu: Viral Video Captures Foreigners in Alleged Row Over a Woman
A viral video showing a fight between several foreign nationals in Canggu, Bali, is being investigated by police after the incident reportedly stemmed from a misunderstanding involving a woman. The altercation took place in the parking area of Batu Bolong Beach in Canggu Village, North Kuta District, Badung Regency. Footage of the incident, which involved […]
Aceh Residents Raise Rp 1 Billion to Repair Disaster-Damaged Bridge After Months of Waiting
Residents of Bener Meriah Regency, Aceh, have reopened the Enang-Enang Bridge after raising more than IDR 1 billion through community donations to repair infrastructure damaged by floods and landslides in late 2025. The bridge, located in Pintu Rime District, officially reopened on Thursday (2 July), following months of community-led reconstruction efforts. A video circulating online […]
Foreigner Deportation in Bali 2026: 342 Removed Over Immigration Violations
Foreigner Deportation in Bali – The Bali Regional Office of the Directorate General of Immigration deported 342 foreign nationals during the first half of 2026 after they were found to have violated Indonesian immigration regulations. The enforcement measures, carried out between January and June 2026, involved all immigration work units across Bali, including the Ngurah […]
What Every Foreign Content Creator Should Know Before Creating Content in Indonesia
You arrived in Bali for “just a holiday.” A few weeks later, you’re filming sunrise at Mount Batur, reviewing cafés in Canggu, collaborating with beach clubs, and posting reels that suddenly start reaching hundreds of thousands of people. Sound familiar? Indonesia has quietly become one of the world’s biggest playgrounds for content creators. From travel […]