Indonesia Expat

10/06/2025

In 2024, Indonesia introduced the Bridging Visa. It allows you to switch to a new visa without leaving the country. It might be one of Indonesia’s most useful immigration tools, yet surprisingly few people know it exists.

Explore the benefits of the bridging visa for living and working legally in beautiful Indonesia, including Bali.

06/06/2025

Wishing you peace, blessings, and togetherness this Eid al-Adha. May the spirit of sacrifice and generosity fill your heart and home.

05/06/2025

Former terrorist convict Umar Patek introduced his new business, Ramu Kopi, hoping that his coffee brand will become widely known and well-received by the public.

Former terrorist convict Umar Patek launches a coffee business, hoping to start a new life after his release from prison.

05/06/2025

Trescon has announced the 45th global edition of the World AI Show, scheduled to take place on the 8–9th of July 2025 at JW Marriott, Jakarta, placing Indonesia at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation in Southeast Asia.

Trescon announces the World AI Show, spotlighting Indonesia’s pivotal role in AI innovation and digital economic transformation

05/06/2025

05/06/2025

The editor of Indonesia Expat had the chance to enjoy dinner at Henry’s Steakhouse, Kuta, Bali. This is his story.

It was a Friday night at ARYADUTA Bali. As I entered one of the hotel’s establishments billed as Henry’s Steakhouse, I was immediately greeted by a dimly lit scene of a sophisticated-looking tavern with a neon sign “Got Beef?” shining aglow on one of the ceilings, confirming that I was, indeed, at the right place. On this particular evening, I was in the mood for some tender, luscious meat as well as a nice glass of red wine. So far, Henry’s Steakhouse had delivered a near-perfect first impression.

Click the link in the bio for the full article on our website.

05/06/2025

A writer tells her first-person account about her glamping trip on the Island of the Gods.

Discover a quieter side of Bali with a glamping adventure through Karangasem, Munduk, and Sidemen, and see the island’s hidden magic.

04/06/2025

Indonesia’s economy shows mounting signs of strain, with slowing GDP growth, rising unemployment, and shrinking exports – all of which have raised concerns about a prolonged downturn.

Indonesia’s economy faces growing strain as slowing growth, rising unemployment, and falling exports fuel concerns of a prolonged downturn.

04/06/2025

At NJIS-North Jakarta Intercultural School, the IB Diploma is more than academics—it’s a journey that builds confident, university-ready students who thrive beyond the classroom.

Discover how the IB Diploma Programme at NJIS shapes university-ready students through academic rigour, leadership, and lifelong skills.

03/06/2025

I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Bali, has an additional fleet to serve flights to Vietnam, marked by the inaugural flight of Vietnam Airlines with a direct route to and from Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam Airlines has launched a new direct flight route between Ho Chi Minh City and Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport.

03/06/2025

A small but growing number of travellers in Bali are embracing voluntourism, combining holidays with hands-on contributions to environmental or community-focused efforts.

As Bali grapples with overtourism and environmental strain, a growing number of travellers are turning to voluntourism.