The Complete Overview of Digital Nomad Visa in Bali 

Bali is a dream base for digital nomads, and since 2024 there is finally a visa to match: the E33G Remote Worker Visa. Here is how it works, what it costs you in income, and how it compares to the visa-run routes nomads have relied on for years.

Are you thinking about being a digital nomad in Bali?  

Although Bali is one of the world’s most popular destinations for digital nomads, getting a visa has always been an issue.  

The good news is that Indonesia has finally introduced a proper remote worker visa, the E33G, which lets digital nomads stay for a year legally. There are still income strings attached, and the older short-stay routes remain common, so it pays to know all your options.  

 

Why Bali? 

There are so many reasons for digital nomads to live in Bali.  One of them is because Bali wants more digital nomads to come and live there. The government has now backed this up with the E33G Remote Worker Visa, launched in 2024 specifically for people who work remotely for clients abroad.  

Fast Internet

In addition, Bali is working to improve the infrastructure and internet access, though some places still have spotty internet access. The city of Ubud is the best place in Bali for consistent, fast internet for digital nomads.  

Favored Destination

Ubud boasts a growing digital nomad community as well as coworking spaces. It has overtaken Chiang Mai as a favorite destination for digital nomads.  

Convenience

You don’t need a car in Ubud because the city center is within walking distance. You can also rent a scooter to help you get around.  

Low Costs

Even though the city center is beautiful, many people prefer to live in the rural areas for cheaper rent and better views. Bali has a relatively low cost of living for the beautiful locale. Like everywhere, prices can vary depending on the lifestyle you’re interested in maintaining.  

For example, you could rent a private guesthouse or a full villa. A single person living in Bali could spend anywhere from US$720 to US$2,590 on monthly expenses.  

Recreation

There are stunning views and gorgeous beaches. There is local art, music, architecture, and culture. Even digital nomads take time off of work, so it just makes sense to do it in a place where there is a lot to do.  

Current Visas for Digital Nomads in Bali 

The current visa rules in Bali don’t make staying on the island easy for a longer period for digital nomads.  

Although Bali is a popular destination for digital nomads, this type of occupation doesn’t fall into one specific visa category. There are some options, but none of them facilitate a long-term stay.

Visa Exemption

One option is to come to Bali under the visa exemption option, which will allow you to stay here for 30 days at maximum. Then, you need to leave Indonesia and fly back again.

Visa on Arrival

Another option is to get a visa on arrival (VoA), giving you a 30-day stay in Bali for US$40. You can apply it right at the airport. After that, you can extend it for another 30 days in an Immigration office in Bali.  

Tourist Visa

The most popular option for digital nomads in Bali right now is a tourist visa. It gives you 60 days in Bali, which can be extended twice in the country, where each extension gives you 60 days. This means, that with a tourist visa, you can stay in Bali for up to 180 days.

Business Visa

Then, there’s also the Business visa, for people who qualify, which can be extended for up to 180 days. To get a Business visa, you need a sponsored letter from a company or organization in Indonesia, which may not be feasible for digital nomads.  

As you can see, all of these short-stay options only last 180 days at maximum. Once the visa is expired, you need to fly out, fly back in again, get another visa, rinse, and repeat. For a longer legal stay, the E33G Remote Worker Visa covered below is the better route. 

This involves a lot of hassle and costs. In addition, it’s not entirely legal since you are literately not allowed to work in Indonesia without a work permit, and none of these visas can get you one.  

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Then, if you fly in and out of Indonesia too many times, you might be banned from entering the country since it’s considered abusing the visa system.  

This is less than ideal for someone who wants to spend longer periods as a digital nomad in Bali.  

The E33G Remote Worker Visa (Indonesia’s Digital Nomad Visa)  

In 2024, Indonesia launched the Remote Worker Visa, known as the E33G, and this is the option built for digital nomads. It is a one-year KITAS that you can hold while working remotely for companies or clients based outside Indonesia.

As of 2026, the main requirements are proof of around US$60,000 in annual income, roughly US$2,000 in your bank account, a valid passport, and a remote employer or client base outside Indonesia. A big draw is that income you earn from abroad is not taxed in Indonesia while on this visa.

The catch is that the E33G is valid for one year and you generally need to exit and reapply to renew it, so it suits nomads who are comfortable with an annual reset rather than those chasing permanent residency.

The Second Home Visa

At the end of 2022, the Indonesian government released the “Second Home Visa,” which is sometimes mistaken for a digital nomad visa. It is not suitable for most nomads.

While the visa is valid for 5 years, the proof of income requirement is huge. You need to keep 2 billion IDR (about US$133,000) in your bank account the whole time you hold it, so it is really aimed at investors and high-net-worth individuals rather than working digital nomads.

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