Bali Visas in 2026: Complete Guide (Tourist e-VOA, E33G, Second Home)

Indonesian visa rules change often, and most online content is outdated. This guide reflects the rules and official fees checked on August 18, 2026; [VERIFY] flags mark what to double-check before applying. Fees in IDR (official); USD at IDR 17,900 ≈ USD 1.

Last updated: August 18, 2026. Always confirm at evisa.imigrasi.go.id.

Bali Visa Landscape 2026

Three things moved in 2026:

  1. The tourist e-VOA (code C1, formerly B211A) is IDR 500,000 ($27.9) — 30 days, extendable once for 30 more (extension also IDR 500,000 ($27.9)). Official rate, 2026 (Imigrasi, NL embassy). Many blogs still quote the old 650,000 — they're wrong.
  2. A fee increase is proposed. News (12–13 Aug 2026) reports plans to raise the VOA/e-VOA to IDR 750,000–1,000,000 ($41.9-55.9) (Kompas). Not yet in effect.
  3. Remote work is formalized: the E33G Remote Worker KITAS (1-year renewable) is the main path for digital nomads, alongside the Second Home visa (5–10 years) for retirees and investors.

Tourist e-VOA (C1) — Cost, How to Apply, Extensions

  • Cost: IDR 500,000 (~USD 28) for 30 days, single entry.
  • Extension: one further 30 days for IDR 500,000 ($27.9) — 60 days total.
  • Apply: online at evisa.imigrasi.go.id before you fly — pay by card, e-visa by email, show it at immigration.
  • Practical: carry proof of onward travel and accommodation (standard checks). Overstaying is expensive — see below.

Right for a holiday, a trial month, or a two-month stay — not a work visa (see FAQ).

E33G Remote Worker KITAS (1 Year) — Requirements, Cost, Taxes

The E33G is a residence permit (KITAS/ITAS) for remote workers whose income comes from a company outside Indonesia.

  • Duration: up to 1 year, renewable.
  • Official fee structure (PNBP, Kantor Imigrasi): ITAS 6 months IDR 2,000,000 ($112); 1 year IDR 3,000,000 ($168); 2 years IDR 5,000,000 ($279); 5 years IDR 7,000,000. ($391) For E33G, expect the same ITAS fee plus agent/processing costs — most applicants use an agent. [VERIFY: current E33G requirements and total cost — imigrasi.go.id/wna/daftar-visa-indonesia/E33G]
  • Taxes: stay 183+ days and you may become an Indonesian tax resident — treatment is evolving; check pajak.go.id or an adviser. [VERIFY: current E33G tax guidance]
  • Timeline: budget 4–8 weeks with an agent; DIY is slower and paperwork-heavy. [VERIFY: current E33G processing timeline]

Second Home Visa (5–10 Years) — Who It's For, Requirements, Cost

Indonesia's long-term option for retirees and investors: multiple entry, up to 10 years (issued in 5-year tranches), no repeated extensions.

  • Who it suits: retirees with pension/income, property investors, and long-stay remote workers.
  • Requirements: proof of funds plus a placement/deposit requirement set by immigration. [VERIFY: current fund thresholds — imigrasi.go.id]
  • Cost: a separate permit class with its own official fee; agents commonly handle applications. [VERIFY: current Second Home official fee]

KITAS vs KITAP — Which Residence Permit Do You Need?

  • KITAS (ITAS — temporary residence): 6 months to 2 years per grant, renewable — the umbrella covering E33G, employment, and spouse visas. Official fees: IDR 2,000,000 ($112) (6 mo) / 3,000,000 (1 yr) / 5,000,000 (2 yr) (Kanim, 2026).
  • KITAP (ITAP — permanent residence): granted in 5-year tranches after qualifying time on KITAS (e.g. marriage to an Indonesian, or long-term residence history). [VERIFY: current KITAP eligibility and fee]

Rule of thumb: short-term or remote work → KITAS/E33G. Long-term/permanent → KITAP.

Working Visas & Sponsored KITAS

If an Indonesian company employs you, the route is a sponsored employment KITAS — different from E33G, with employer sponsorship and extra approvals, on the same ITAS fee scale. [VERIFY: current requirements — imigrasi.go.id]

Official Fees vs. Agent Prices

Item Official fee (IDR) Typical agent quote
Tourist e-VOA (C1), 30 days 500,000 No agent needed — apply online yourself
e-VOA extension (30 days) 500,000 Agents often charge far more — DIY is straightforward
ITAS/KITAS 6 months 2,000,000 Agent fees add on top; commonly 30–50%+ above official
ITAS/KITAS 1 year 3,000,000 Same — ask for itemized quotes
ITAS 2 years 5,000,000 Same
ITAS 5 years 7,000,000 Same

DIY on the e-VOA saves you everything — it's an online form. For KITAS/E33G/Second Home, agents help with complex cases (family, employment, long-term), but an agent should save time, not cost 2–3× the official fee. Red flags: quotes far above official tariffs, cash-only demands, "guaranteed" outcomes. [VERIFY: current agent market rates]

Overstay Fines & How to Never Pay Them

Overstaying is the most expensive mistake in Bali: the fine is commonly cited at IDR 1,000,000 ($55.9) per day — a week can cost more than your rent [VERIFY: current overstay rate]. How to avoid it:

  1. Put your visa expiry date on your phone calendar the day you arrive.
  2. Extend before expiry — extensions are processed online.
  3. For stays beyond 60 days, switch to the right permit (E33G) instead of stacking tourist extensions.
  4. Leave a buffer: don't book your departure for your last legal day.

Step-by-Step: Applying Online at evisa.imigrasi.go.id

  1. Create an account at evisa.imigrasi.go.id.
  2. Select e-VOA/C1 (tourism).
  3. Fill in passport details — match your passport exactly; typos cause problems at the gate.
  4. Pay the IDR 500,000 ($27.9) fee online by card.
  5. Receive the e-visa by email (usually within days; apply at least 1 week before flying).
  6. Save it offline and show it at immigration on arrival, with return ticket and accommodation as asked.
  7. For the extension, repeat before day 30 (max 60 days total).

FAQ

Can I work remotely on a tourist visa? Officially, no — a tourist visa is for tourism. If you'll be earning while in Bali, the E33G Remote Worker KITAS is the compliant route; enforcement has tightened. [VERIFY: current enforcement guidance]

Can I retire in Bali? Yes — the Second Home visa (5–10 years) is designed for retirees and investors. Thresholds have changed over time, so check the official site.

Which visa if I stay 3 months? Two e-VOA extensions only cover 60 days. For 3+ months, plan on the E33G or a longer KITAS class — there is no overstay "grace".

Are fees going up? A hike to IDR 750,000–1,000,000 ($41.9-55.9) is proposed (news, Aug 2026) but not yet in force. Applying before any change locks in the current rate.

Not sure which visa fits your situation? Download the free Bali Budget Cheat Sheet — link in bio — it includes the visa decision tree and the August 2026 fee list, so you're not planning on last year's numbers.

The full playbook — visa decision tree, application walkthroughs, agent-vs-DIY math, tax notes — is in The Bali Relocation Blueprint (Chapter 5). Start with the free cheat sheet, then go deep.