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Chat with Bali Zero on WhatsApp**### What Indonesian Law Actually Says
Indonesian law (Undang-Undang Pokok Agraria No. 5/1960 and subsequent regulations) prohibits foreigners from di**
Indonesian law (Undang-Undang Pokok Agraria No. 5/1960 and subsequent regulations) prohibits foreigners from directly holding SHM — Sertifikat Hak Milik — Indonesia's strongest and most desirable freehold land title. This is not a rumor or a technicality. It is the foundational rule that shapes every property transaction a foreigner can legally execute in Bali. For an overall picture of property acquisition, see our 2026 legal and investment guide to buying property in Bali, read about how PP 28/2025 reshapes property investment, and understand what happens when your lease expires.
Three pathways remain available:
1. Leasehold (Hak Sewa) The most common route. A foreigner
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