How to Buy Land in Bali: Complete Guide for Foreign Investors

Can a foreigner buy land in Bali? Not as freehold, but you can secure a plot legally on a long-term leasehold, or through a Right to Build title (Hak Guna Bangunan, HGB) held by your own foreign-owned company (PT PMA). Land in Bali is priced per are (100 m²): from about $4,000 per are in remote parts of West and East Bali to $150,000+ in Seminyak, for leases of 25–30 years. Check zoning before price: red and pink zones allow commercial use and rentals, yellow is mainly residential, and green zones must be avoided. Prices were re-checked in September 2026.

Can Foreigners Buy Land in Bali? Ownership and Zoning

Foreigners cannot own land outright under a freehold title (Hak Milik). There are two legal routes (compare them in leasehold vs freehold in Bali):

• Leasehold: you lease the plot for a fixed term, usually 25–30 years, extendable up to 80. The term starts when you sign, not when your villa is finished, so the time it takes to build comes out of your lease
• HGB through a PT PMA: your company holds a Right to Build title. It takes an investment plan of about $700,000 with $250,000 of paid-up capital, and it is the main route to a mortgage in Bali

Zoning decides what you may build on the plot:

• Red and Pink Zones – the most secure and liquid asset, permitting construction of commercial properties and their subsequent legal operation for both short-term and long-term rentals
• Yellow Zone – primarily intended for private residential construction, where commercial activities may be restricted
• Green Zone – protected conservation area. It is CRITICAL to avoid investing in green zones, which the Bali construction moratorium now enforces; any construction here is deemed illegal and carries the risk of total asset loss without compensation

How to Buy Land in Bali: The Process Step by Step

• Negotiate the price. With land, the offer is only part of it: owners are often families, and the local community council (banjar) has a say. I negotiate land deals for individual investors and developers on the island
• Pay the deposit only through an authorized notary. It secures the plot and starts due diligence
• Run due diligence: audit the ownership titles (especially on inherited family land), verify zoning compliance and building coefficients, and confirm that every contract is legal
• Check access and utilities. A plot without road access, water or electricity costs more to build on than its price suggests
• Get the permits before you build: a PBG building permit, then an SLF completion certificate for the finished villa. Since the 2025 construction moratorium, a villa built without them will not be legalised after the fact

Taxes and Fees When Buying Land in Bali

Plan for two costs on top of the price:

• The landowner is typically responsible for paying the income tax, which is approximately 10% of the transaction value
• The investor covers the notary fees, amounting to about 1% of the value

Where to Buy Land in Bali

Established markets such as Canggu, Ubud and Uluwatu have the steadiest demand and the highest prices: IDR 8–20 million per m², about $45,000–110,000 per are.

Areas with more growth potential:

• The developing coastline from Seseh to Tanah Lot
• The eastern coast around Virgin Beach
• North Bali, particularly the Lovina area, where the construction of a new international airport is anticipated

An unusually low price, such as IDR 800,000 per m² (about $4,500 per are) in remote areas, often signals problems with the land's legal status or missing infrastructure.

How Much Does Land Cost in Bali? Prices by Area (2025–2026)

Prices per are (100 m²) for leasehold terms of 25–30 years, grouped by region.

1. South Bali: The Epicenter of Demand and Premium Investments

This region remains the most expensive and sought-after thanks to its developed infrastructure, proximity to the airport, and oceanfront access.

2. Central Bali: Spirituality, Nature & Culture

The island's heart attracts yoga, art, and wellness enthusiasts.

3. West Bali: Untouched Nature & New Horizons

The least developed region, attracting investors playing the long game.

4. North Bali: The Next Growth Frontier

With the newly announced international airport, this region is rapidly transforming into one of Bali's most promising long-term investment areas.

5. East Bali: Authenticity & Diving Paradise

This region retains its original charm, appealing to those seeking the real Bali.

Land or a Finished Villa?

Buying land makes sense if you plan to build or develop: you choose the plot, the design and the timing, but you carry the permits and the construction risk, and the lease term runs while you build. If you want a property you can use or rent out sooner, read how to buy a villa in Bali as a foreigner or browse the verified properties for sale. To have a plot checked before you pay a deposit, book a free consultation.