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Government policies, regulatory developments, and administrative decisions affecting residents, businesses, and foreign visitors in Bali and Indonesia.
Dec. 26, 2025
Authorities in Bali have begun moving forward with a structured plan to reorganize commercial activity along Kuta Beach, as Desa Adat Kuta and the Badung Regency Government prepare to sort and reduce the number of beach vendors operating in the area.
Dec. 23, 2025
The Badung Regency Public Order Agency (Satpol PP) has initiated a formal enforcement process following a legislative inspection that found Bali Padel Academy operating with incomplete permits in Canggu, North Kuta.
Dec. 23, 2025
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has clarified that the proposed regional regulation on controlling productive land conversion and banning land ownership through nominee arrangements applies exclusively to foreign nationals, not Indonesian citizens.
Dec. 20, 2025
The Klungkung Regency Government has prepared preventive measures to reduce the risk of recurring floods at Crystal Bay Beach, Nusa Penida, following flooding that affected the area earlier this rainy season.
Dec. 18, 2025
The controversial glass lift structure at Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida, remains standing despite an official order from Bali Governor Wayan Koster instructing the investor to dismantle the project due to multiple regulatory violations.
Dec. 18, 2025
Members of Badung Regency’s Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), along with local government agencies, conducted an on-site inspection at Bali Padel Academy in Canggu on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, and found that the sports and bar facility has been operating without complete permits.
Dec. 16, 2025
Badung Regency authorities have begun investigating 20 buildings along a river in Tibubeneng Village, North Kuta, following concerns that riverbank development may have narrowed the waterway and contributed to recent flooding.
Dec. 14, 2025
Bali Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA Bali) has addressed allegations of elephant exploitation at several tourist attractions on the island, stating that no conservation institutions in Bali have been found to violate Indonesia’s current animal welfare standards.
Dec. 12, 2025
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has officially launched the Second-Level Domain bali.id, marking a significant step in strengthening the island’s digital identity and cultural presence in the global online space.
Dec. 9, 2025
Nuanu Creative City has received the official results of a licensing review conducted by the Bali Provincial Civil Service Police (Satpol PP), confirming that all permits submitted by the development are complete and compliant with regional and national regulations.
Ogoh-ogoh are giant effigies paraded through villages across Bali on the night before Nyepi. This tradition, held during Pengerupukan, symbolizes the purification of negative forces and has become one of the island’s most visually striking cultural events.
The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
Nyepi is Bali’s annual Day of Silence, observed as the Saka New Year by Balinese Hindus. Marked by a complete pause in public activity across the island, Nyepi reflects deep cultural values of reflection, balance, and harmony with nature.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s most well-known coastal destinations, offering easy access, a long shoreline, and a key role in the island’s tourism history.
Indonesia requires foreign visitors to meet specific passport validity rules before entry. This guide explains the minimum validity requirements, common mistakes, and what travelers should check before visiting Indonesia.
Kelingking Beach is one of Bali’s most recognizable natural landmarks, known for its dramatic cliff formation and sweeping ocean views. This guide explains where it is, how to get there, what to expect on site, and important safety tips for visitors.
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