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What Should You Do If an Earthquake Strikes in Bali?
Bali sits within the ‘Ring of Fire,’ an area that is home to the most seismic activity out of any area in the world, accounting for 90% of all earthquakes and 75% of all the world’s volcanoes. This means that earthquakes could be an unfortunate reality for expats or even unlucky holiday makers visiting the island. Following the recent powerful earthquake that struck Thailand and Myanmar, you may be wondering about how to respond during an earthquake. As with most things, it’s always good to prepare in advance and be aware of certain safety measures so you can act quickly and make both quick and smart decisions in the event of an earthquake during your time in Bali.
Indonesia’s Employment Laws for Expats and Employers in 2025: KITAS and BPJS Explained
If you’re an employer or an expat in Indonesia, making sure that you’re aware of employment laws and frameworks is important. There are two areas that you should be aware of: the work permit system and the mandatory BPJS national insurance scheme.
Moving to Bali 2025: Is It Still Worth It?
The rise of remote working has created new expectations of what workplaces should look like, with instagram posts of a Bali beach or infinity pool captioned ‘my office today’ inspiring a dream in many. Still, the island has been getting some bad press on social media in the last year, with visitors blaming traffic, over tourism and rapid development as some of the main culprits for their disappointment. So - is moving to Bali still worth it in 2025?
Living and Working in Bali in 2025: Your Top 10 Questions Answered
For the past few years, our team at Bali Solve has helped countless people from around the world make this beautiful island their home. As one of Bali’s premier consulting agencies, we've noticed the same questions coming up again and again. So, here are the top 10 things people ask us about living and working in Bali - with fresh answers for 2025.
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