Guides — Building a Villa in Bali

The real 2026 cost by quality level, and why building beats buying.

A practical checklist and the red flags to avoid.

What foreigners need to build legally in Bali.

A realistic timeline, stage by stage.

The materials and details that prevent damp, rot and rust.

Premium without overspending: where to invest and where to save.

What it means for foreigners when you build.

How build quality drives long-term returns.

What to do when a build stalls or the contractor disappears.

What renovation costs, and when to renovate or rebuild.

Everything you need to know to build in Bali