Indonesia · Licensing
Villa licensing and permits in Bali
Rental licences, NIB registration and building approvals for villas in Bali. We check what your property already has, what it is missing, and handle the applications. Book a consultation and we’ll tell you where you stand.
Overview
Why licensing matters in 2026
Since March 2026, Airbnb and Booking.com have been removing Bali listings that cannot show a valid business identification number (NIB) and accommodation licence, with a second wave of removals in August. At the same time, the provincial government is checking villas for building approvals. A villa without the right paperwork can be delisted, fined or stopped from operating.
What we handle
Handled end to end
Licence check
We review your villa's NIB, accommodation licence, zoning and building documents and tell you exactly what is missing.
NIB and accommodation licence
Registration and licensing through the OSS system so your villa can be listed and operated.
PBG building approval
The approval that replaced the IMB, for new builds and renovations.
SLF fitness certificate
The certificate that a finished building is fit for use. Needed before a villa can operate.
Who it's for
Is this you?
- Villa owners whose listing was removed or flagged
- Operators who want to check their villa is fully compliant
- Owners renovating or building in Bali
- Buyers checking a villa is properly licensed before they commit
How ILA helps
Four steps, no surprises
1
Review and scope
We look at your property and confirm exactly what is needed before any fees are spent.
2
Prepare and check
We compile and check every document and form so it is right the first time.
3
Handle the process
We lodge it with the correct office and follow it through each stage.
4
Hand over and support
We deliver the result and stay on hand for the next step.
A note on foreign ownership
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a licence to rent out my villa in Bali?
My listing was removed from Airbnb. What now?
Can a foreigner get a villa licensed in Bali?
What are PBG and SLF?
PBG is the building approval that replaced the old IMB. SLF is the certificate that a finished building is fit for use. New builds and renovations need the PBG first, and a villa cannot operate without the SLF.
Can you guarantee a licence or permit?
Related structures
Other things we handle
Building Permit (PBG/SLF)
Approvals for new builds and renovations.
Foreign Investment Company (PT PMA)
The structure through which a company can hold property.
Accounting
Clean bookkeeping and financial statements.
