Due diligence is the legal and technical verification process carried out before buying property in Bali to ensure the asset is safe, legal, and free from disputes. It protects buyers from future legal problems and financial loss.
✅ What due diligence normally includes
Ownership verification
Confirming the land certificate (Hak Milik/HGB/Hak Pakai/Lease) is valid and registered with the Land Office (BPN).Seller identity check
Ensuring the person or company selling the property is the legal and rightful owner or has power of attorney to sell.Zoning check (ITR)
Making sure the land is in the correct zone (tourism, residential, green belt, agricultural) and suitable for your intended use.Building permits & compliance
Verifying:IMB/PBG
building registration
conformity of building with approved plans
Access road rights (right of way)
Confirming the property has legal access, not just informal access across neighbor land.Dispute and mortgage check
Ensuring the land is not under court dispute, pledged as collateral, or subject to inheritance conflict.Tax and payment status
Verifying land and building tax (PBB) payments and seller’s tax obligations.
🛡️ Why due diligence is essential
Proper due diligence helps avoid:
fake or duplicate certificates
nominee arrangements problems
illegal zoning or unbuildable land
family inheritance disputes
demolition orders on unlicensed buildings
👨⚖️ Who performs due diligence in Bali?
Due diligence is normally handled by:
licensed Notary/PPAT
legal property consultants
professional surveyors if needed
✅ Simple definition
Due diligence = checking everything legally and technically before you buy to ensure the property is safe, legal, and problem-free.
