Can foreigners buy property in Bali?

Get a local sponsor: As a foreigner, you are not allowed to own property outright in Bali. You will need to have a local sponsor, such as a local Indonesian citizen or a local company, to hold the property in their name. Your real estate agent should be able to assist you with this process.



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As one estimate from online collaborative community MyLifeElsewhere put it, the cost of living in Bali is 41.6% lower than in the US.

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The average cost of a trip to Bali is around $3000 USD for two people for two weeks. This budget includes flights, accommodation, food, activities, and transport within Bali. Of course, this is just an estimate and your actual costs may be higher or lower depending on your specific travel plans.

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Bali is a prime destination for luxury property investment with high rental yields. It is easy and safe for foreigners to build a villa in Bali. Designing and building a villa in Bali is cheaper than buying a finished house, but it is a longer and more intensive process.

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In 2023, the price to purchase a home in Bali was as cheap at $150,000 (~2.5 Billion IDR) on average in less desirable places, such as Denpasar and Karangasem, and as expensive as $500,000 (~7.7 Billion IDR) on average in hotspots like Canggu, Cemagi, and Jimbaran.

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Soft Drinks:
The cost of soft drinks in restaurants and cafes typically ranges from IDR 15,000 to IDR 30,000 (approximately $1 to $2 USD) per can or bottle.

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If you prefer being able to travel around a destination quickly and “see it all,” then you might enjoy Bali more. If you're looking for a destination that offers a range of different cities—each full of its own sub-culture, activities, and climates—then Thailand is an ideal choice.

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Overall, budget travelers can expect to spend around $30-$50 per day in Bali, while mid-range travelers can expect to spend around $50-$100 per day. Luxury travelers can expect to spend several hundred dollars per day.

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