Can I work remotely in Bali legally?

Indonesia has no specific remote work visa. Most nomads use the 30-day VOA plus extensions, which technically permits tourism — not working for foreign employers. Enforcement is inconsistent but the legal grey area is real.

How long can I stay in Bali on a tourist visa?

Up to 60 days per entry using the standard VOA plus two 30-day extensions. After 60 days you must exit Indonesia and re-enter.

What is the cheapest way to extend my Bali visa?

Go directly to the Denpasar immigration office for each 30-day extension. Agents charge more but save time and navigating Indonesian bureaucracy.

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Bali Digital Nomad Visa 2026 — Indonesia Remote Work Options Explained

Indonesia visa options for remote workers and digital nomads in Bali in 2026: B211A social visa, KITAS, and what actually works for long stays.

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10 min readPublished 2026-01-20

Why Bali visa planning matters more than other SEA destinations

Indonesia does not have a dedicated digital nomad visa as of 2026. Remote workers in Bali operate under a patchwork of tourist entries, social visas, and sponsored KITAS arrangements — and the rules are enforced inconsistently. Getting this wrong leads to overstay fines, visa runs every 60 days, or deportation.

The B211A social visa — the most popular choice

The B211A is a 60-day visa-on-arrival extension option that most long-stay Bali visitors use. You arrive on a standard 30-day visa-on-arrival, then extend twice at a local immigration office for 30 days each time. Total: up to 60 days per entry. After that, you must exit and re-enter.

Costs typically run 350,000–500,000 IDR per extension at the immigration office in Denpasar, plus agent fees if you use one. Most nomads use a visa agent (500,000–1,000,000 IDR total) to handle paperwork.

The Second Home Visa (E33G)

Indonesia launched a Second Home Visa in 2022 allowing stays of 5 or 10 years. Requirements include proof of funds ($130,000 USD equivalent in a bank account) and investment in Indonesian property or financial products. It is not a digital nomad visa but works for wealthy long-stayers.

KITAS — sponsored work permit

A KITAS is a limited stay permit tied to a sponsoring entity — a local company or representative office. If you run a PT PMA (foreign-owned company) in Indonesia or work for an Indonesian employer, this is the legitimat

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