When buying property in Bali, there are several costs beyond the purchase price. The exact amount depends on the type of property, title, and structure of ownership. In general, buyers should be prepared for the following:
✅ 1. Purchase price
This is the agreed value of the property itself (villa, land, apartment, etc.).
For leasehold purchases, the price reflects the length of lease remaining and the location.
✅ 2. Notary / PPAT fees
A licensed Notary/PPAT handles the sale and transfer process.
Typical range:
around 0.5% – 1% of the transaction value
minimum fee may apply for lower-value properties
The notary prepares:
Deed of Sale and Purchase (AJB)
title transfer
land registry updates with BPN (Land Office)
✅ 3. Government taxes
Several taxes may apply depending on the transaction:
Buyer tax (BPHTB) – generally around 5% of the property value
Seller tax (PPh Final) – generally 2.5% (usually paid by seller, but negotiable)
VAT (PPN 11%) – applies to certain developer or company-owned properties
Your notary will confirm which taxes apply in your specific case.
✅ 4. Legal due diligence fees
This ensures the property is clear and safe to buy, and usually includes:
title verification
land certificate checks at BPN
zoning and land use verification
confirming no disputes, mortgages, or overlapping claims
Fees vary depending on complexity of the case and location.
✅ 5. Leasehold-specific costs (if applicable)
For leasehold transactions, additional costs may include:
extension negotiation fees
renewal drafting
assignment fees if transferring an existing lease
✅ 6. Company / PT PMA setup (if using corporate ownership)
If purchasing under a foreign investment company (PT PMA), you should also consider:
company establishment costs
annual reporting and compliance costs
license maintenance
✅ 7. Optional professional service fees
Depending on your project you may also incur:
property agent commission (usually paid by the seller, but varies)
architectural or building inspection fees
property management setup
insurance
renovation or furnishing costs
Summary
Typical costs when buying property in Bali include:
Purchase price
Notary/PPAT fees
Government taxes
Legal due diligence fees
Additional costs may apply depending on:
freehold vs leasehold
personal vs company ownership
whether you buy from an individual or developer
👉 Our licensed legal team and property consultants are ready to guide you through every cost transparently before you commit to purchase.
