A Ukrainian woman and a Russian man working as hair stylists at a salon in Tibubeneng, Badung, have been deported from Bali after immigration authorities found they were working outside the scope of their residence permits. The Russian man was also working as a freelance DJ. Both have been proposed for a five-year entry ban.
Things to Consider: Remote Worker visas (ITAS Remote Worker) are strictly for remote work on behalf of an overseas employer and do not permit direct paid work at local businesses such as salons, bars, or event venues in Bali. Employment-based ITAS holders must also ensure their actual job duties match what was declared by their sponsoring company. Anyone considering side jobs or freelance work (e.g., DJing, styling) should verify in advance with immigration authorities or a licensed visa agent whether such activity is permitted under their current visa category, as violations can result in deportation and a five-year entry ban.
A Vietnamese man from Ho Chi Minh City proposed to his girlfriend on Uluwatu beach in Bali using a helicopter and a rose-petal sign, a gesture that has gone viral online. The couple spent about three months planning and roughly 120 million Vietnamese dong on the entire trip. Bali continues to be a popular destination for foreign couples staging elaborate beach proposals.
PLN's Bali distribution unit announced scheduled power outages on Thursday, November 12, 2026, in several areas across Bali Province for network maintenance and reinforcement work, including the Jalan Tukad Badung area in Denpasar.
A Ukrainian woman and a Russian man working as hair stylists at a salon in Tibubeneng, Badung, have been deported from Bali after immigration authorities found they were working outside the scope of their residence permits. The Russian man was also working as a freelance DJ. Both have been proposed for a five-year entry ban.
The Korea Tourism Organization's Jakarta office has identified Bali as a strategic market to increase the flow of Indonesian tourists to South Korea, holding a tourism seminar in Seminyak. Driven by direct flight availability and K-culture popularity, Indonesian visits to Korea exceeded 365,000 in 2025 and continued rising through 2026.
The AYANA Villa, part of AYANA Villas Bali, was named Bali's leading luxury villa at the World Travel Awards 2026 ceremony held in the Maldives on September 27. The resort's restaurant Dava was also ranked among the world's top 25 fine dining establishments based on guest reviews.
Nara tourism ambassador Shinsaku Tokumaru and filmmaker Daito Ken reported to Nara's mayor on their film's seven awards at a Bali cultural exchange film festival. The project has expanded into cultural exchange activities in Bali, including screenings at educational institutions and tree-planting events.
An independent Japanese tokusatsu film produced by Nara-based actor Shinsaku Tokumaru won Best Picture and six other awards at the Bali Cultural Exchange Film Festival, beating out 15 other entries from across Asia. The film festival highlights Bali's growing role as a venue for international cultural exchange in cinema.
According to 2025 data from Indonesia's Central Statistics Agency (BPS), Denpasar has the third-highest percentage of households living in rented or leased housing nationwide, at 30.51%. Property prices in the city are rising 13.2% annually, the highest increase among 13 major Indonesian cities.
The Class II Immigration Office in Singaraja has intensified monitoring of foreign nationals passing through North and West Bali, focusing on Gilimanuk Port's domestic ferry crossing to/from Java and tourist accommodation areas. Officials reported that two foreigners were deported from the area between August and September 2026 for visa/stay permit violations.
A sudden flash flood near Bali's Nungnung waterfall destroyed tents at the Pelaga Eco Park glamping site, leaving two guests missing. In response, Bali's tourism authorities are now coordinating a safety review of hotels, villas, glamping sites and tour operators ahead of the rainy season.
Bali Police announced that a 34-year-old Congolese man, identified by the initials JAA, is suspected of stealing a white Honda ADV motorbike owned by a rental company in Gianyar regency. According to police, he took the vehicle after leaving a villa and noticing the keys left in the ignition. Investigators say he acted alone, with no evidence of network involvement.
Bali Police's cybercrime unit has arrested the operator of the viral Instagram account '@kep_alakeluarga,' known for posts targeting Bali public officials including the governor, on suspicion of defamation, extortion, and personal data violations. The alleged losses reportedly reach tens of millions of rupiah, with the investigation ongoing.
Indonesia is experiencing landslides and floods across multiple regions as the rainy season begins. In Bali's Badung regency, the search for two guests missing since a landslide on the night of November 1 was called off on November 8 without finding them. Road closures and train delays have also occurred, and travelers should exercise caution near mountainous and riverside areas.
Jakarta's CBD office occupancy reached 72% in Q3 2026, driven by AI, data center, and fintech companies overtaking finance as top tenants. Bali also remains a top destination for foreign hotel investment capital.
Indonesia's national football team, led by coach John Herdman, is holding a training camp in Bali until November 17, 2026. Former Persebaya Surabaya player Taisei Marukawa, who is undergoing naturalization to become an Indonesian citizen, has been called up to join the squad. While direct impact on tourists is minimal, visitors may notice increased media and fan activity around team facilities during the camp.
Bali Police announced on Nov 9, 2026 the arrest of 62 suspects, including one Congolese national, in connection with numerous vehicle theft cases across Bali. Authorities seized 54 motorcycles and one car as evidence. The case highlights ongoing vehicle theft risks for tourists and residents who rent motorbikes.
The Bali provincial government began a trial of a free electric bus service on November 9, 2026, running along Trans Sarbagita Corridor I between GOR Ngurah Rai and the GWK (Garuda Wisnu Kencana) tourist area. The trial, open to both residents and tourists at no cost, is scheduled to run through the end of 2026.
Indonesian carrier TransNusa has launched direct flights between Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport and Melbourne. The service starts with four flights a week and will increase to daily flights from November 15, 2026, as part of the airline's expansion in the Australian market.
The Taman Ayun Barong Festival in Badung Regency will hold its 9th edition on November 6-7, 2026, now recognized as part of the national Kharisma Event Nusantara program. For the first time, it is fully funded by the Badung Regency government in collaboration with Puri Ageng Mengwi, featuring Barong dance performances at the UNESCO-listed Taman Ayun Temple.