Saturday, 09 May 2026   Building a villa in Lombok sounds like a dream, right? Ocean views, tropical vibes, booming tourism, and property prices that still look attractive compared to Bali.   But before investors start imagining sunset photos by the infinity pool, there’s one important question that always comes up: “How long does it actually take to build a villa in Lombok?”   Well, the short answer is: longer than most people expect.   In reality, building a villa in Lombok is not just about pouring concrete and ordering furniture from Bali. There are permits, weather conditions, land preparation, logistics, and construction phases thatRead More →

Friday, 08 May 2026   For years, Bali has been the king of tropical investment destinations in Indonesia. But lately, investors have started looking a little further east — and they are finding Lombok.   What used to be known mainly as a quiet island with beautiful beaches is now turning into one of Indonesia’s fastest-growing investment hotspots. From tourism and hospitality to real estate and lifestyle businesses, Lombok is attracting attention from both local and international investors. And honestly, it is not hard to understand why.   One of the biggest reasons behind Lombok’s growth is government support. The Indonesian government has heavily investedRead More →

Friday, 08 May 2026   Starting a business in Lombok sounds exciting — and honestly, it is.   One minute you’re enjoying coffee with an ocean view, and the next minute you’re thinking, “Maybe I should actually invest here.” With tourism growing rapidly, new infrastructure projects appearing, and international interest increasing every year, Lombok has become one of Indonesia’s rising business destinations.   But before you start building villas, cafés, surf camps, or remote businesses, there’s one thing every foreign investor needs to understand: Indonesia loves paperwork.   The good news is that registering a company in Lombok is completely possible for foreigners — asRead More →

Friday, 08 May 2026   For many foreign investors, Indonesia starts as a holiday destination. You come for the beaches, the sunsets, the tropical lifestyle, maybe a few surf sessions in Lombok or Bali. But somewhere between your third coconut drink and your fifth conversation about property investment, a dangerous thought appears:   “What if I actually build something here?” And that’s usually where the Investor KITAS enters the story.   An Investor KITAS is basically a limited stay permit designed for foreigners who invest in Indonesia through a PT PMA, which is Indonesia’s foreign-owned company structure. It allows investors to legally stay in IndonesiaRead More →