PBG, SLF and the Rental Licence: Bali Villa Permits, Explained
The PBG approves the building, the SLF certifies it is fit to use, and a pondok wisata licenses the rental. What each permit is, how an old IMB fits in, and what buyers should check before money moves.
Bali's Land Zone Colours, Explained
Yellow, pink, orange, red, green: what Bali's land zone colours actually permit, which zones suit living versus renting out, and why green-zone bargains are not bargains.
The Best Time to Visit Uluwatu and the Bukit
A month-by-month guide to timing a trip to Uluwatu and the Bukit peninsula: dry season versus wet, the surf calendar that flips mid-year, crowds, prices, and Nyepi.
Getting Around Uluwatu and the Bukit: A Practical Guide for Villa Guests
How to actually move around the Bukit when you're staying in an Uluwatu villa: scooters, private drivers, Grab and Gojek, airport transfers, real travel times, and beach access.
Bali Entry Requirements 2026: Visa, Arrival Card, and the Tourist Levy
A practical 2026 guide to Bali's entry paperwork: the visa on arrival and its cost, the All Indonesia arrival card, the 150,000 IDR tourist levy, and passport rules, with a before-you-fly checklist.
How to Buy a Villa in Bali: A 2026 Buyer's Guide
A practical 2026 guide to buying a villa in Bali: ownership structures, due diligence, the costs around the price, and realistic returns on the Bukit.
Where to Buy in Uluwatu: A Guide to the Bukit's Areas
A clear, honest tour of the Bukit's areas so you can decide which part of Uluwatu fits your goals.
Is Owning a Villa in Bali Profitable?
An honest look at what a Bukit villa actually returns once every real cost is taken out.
Leasehold vs Freehold in Bali: What Foreign Buyers Need to Know
A plain guide to Bali's ownership structures and which one fits foreign buyers on the Bukit.
Lease Extension in Bali: What Happens at the End of Your Lease
Lease extension in Bali is normal and expected, but not automatic, and starting early protects both your terms and your villa's value.
Is It Safe to Invest in Bali Property?
Buying property in Bali is safe when you do it properly. The real risk is skipping the due diligence that protects you.
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