The Tax Situation in Bali Just Got Serious

If you're an Australian thinking about retiring to Bali, there's one rule that could catch you completely off guard — and most people don't find out about it until it's too late. It's called the 183-day rule, and I got to admit, when I first looked into it, it stopped me in my tracks. Spend 183 days or more in Indonesia in a 12-month period and you become a tax resident. That means your superannuation drawdowns, your Australian rental income, your investments — all potentially taxable under Indonesian law. And the double taxation agreement between Australia and Indonesia? It doesn't cover everything you'd hope it does. In this video I break down exactly how the 183-day trap works, what it means for your retirement income, how to plan around it without blowing up your lifestyle plans, and what I'm personally doing to make sure our numbers still stack up. No fluff, no hype — just what you really need to know before you make the move. Chapters: 0:00 – The rule that changes everything 2:00 – What "tax residency" actually means in Bali 4:30 – How it hits your super and Australian income 6:30 – Strategies to stay on the right side of the line 8:30 – What this means for our plan 🔔 Subscribe for honest, practical content on retirement planning, expat life and making the move to Bali. 📩 Got questions or your own experience with expat tax? Drop it in the comments — we're all figuring this out together.Steve from Forbo's Adventures — an Australian in his 60s planning retirement abroad, one honest video at a time. This channel is for mature travellers, retirees, and anyone interested in affordable travel, slower lifestyles, and what life in Bali is really like beyond the Instagram version. I cover: • Bali travel and lifestyle • Real Bali costs and budgeting • Retirement and long-stay living in Bali • Hotels, villas and accommodation reviews • Food, cafes and local experiences • Transport, scooters and e-bike travel • Sanur, Sidemen, Candidasa and quieter Bali destinations • Travel at 60+ and mature traveller tips • Honest opinions, challenges and travel realities • YouTube, travel content creation and travel gear From beach paths and cafes to healthcare, comfort, accessibility and everyday life, I share the good, the bad and the practical side of travel from a mature Australian perspective. If you enjoy honest travel insights, realistic Bali advice, relaxed adventures and affordable travel inspiration, subscribe and join me on the adventure.