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Anonymised brief · illustrative detail

A new base in Bali. A property project to plan.

A client arrived in Bali needing advice on visas and setting up a company for a property project. The business and permission to live there needed to be considered together.

About this example. The broad brief is based on work described by our founder. James is an invented name and identifying details are omitted. The work sequence below is illustrative; no visa approval, completed development, ownership entitlement or financial result is claimed.

Bali · Indonesia
Uluwatu coastline in Bali, Indonesia
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The situation.

James wants to build a property in Bali and establish the company needed for the intended activity. His immediate questions concern his visa and how to set things up. Before committing, he also needs the right local professionals to examine the site, permissions and proposed ownership arrangements.

01 · The planning approach

Start with the intended activity

Clarify whether the project is for personal use, development, rental or another commercial purpose. Give the local company adviser a precise brief rather than choosing a structure from a generic package.

02 · The planning approach

Review the visa separately

Check the proposed residence and work activities with a qualified immigration provider. Company incorporation, a residence permission and permission to carry out particular work are separate questions.

03 · The planning approach

Examine the property before committing

Bring in the appropriate independent local lawyer or land professional to examine title or lease, permitted use, access and project approvals. An incorporated company is not a blanket right to acquire or develop any site.

04 · The planning approach

Plan how the company will operate

Prepare the company banking, invoicing and accounting questions. Agree who holds the records, who is responsible for compliance and how renewals and changes will be tracked.

A clear scope before the work.

Initial visa and company planning, with specialist property, immigration and tax work scoped separately. The plan should identify the decisions and checks needed before money is committed.

This example explains how we approach the work. Individual eligibility, provider acceptance and permissions need their own assessment.

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Indonesia jurisdiction guide

Living and operating in Bali

Plan the business behind your Bali project.

Tell us where you are now and what you want to change. We can work out the right next step together.

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