Long Term Stay Visa for Bali: Your Complete 2026 Guide

If you want to stay in Bali for more than 30 days, you have several legitimate visa pathways available in 2026. The right choice depends on your income source, nationality, and how long you plan to stay. Understanding your options before you arrive saves you money, stress, and wasted trips to immigration offices.

Your Main Long-Term Visa Options in 2026

Indonesia offers a handful of visas that suit longer stays, and each works differently in practice.

The B211A Social Cultural Visa remains one of the most popular choices for expats and long-stayers. It grants an initial 60-day stay and can be extended twice within Indonesia, giving you up to 180 days total. You apply at an Indonesian consulate before arrival or through a licensed Bali visa agent. Expect to pay roughly IDR 1.5 to 2.5 million per extension, depending on your agent.

The E33G Second Home Visa is worth serious attention in 2026. It allows stays of 5 or 10 years, requires proof of funds (around USD 130,000 for the 10-year option held in an Indonesian bank or equivalent asset), and lets you bring family members. It does not permit you to work for an Indonesian employer, but it suits retirees, remote workers, and property investors well.

The E33A Digital Nomad Visa, introduced to attract remote workers, allows you to live in Indonesia while working for a foreign company or foreign clients. Income must be sourced from outside Indonesia. Processing times and exact requirements have stabilized in 2026, but you still need a sponsor letter, proof of remote employment, and adequate income documentation.

For those with a job offer from an Indonesian company, the KITAS (Temporary Stay Permit) tied to a work permit remains the formal employment route. Your employer handles most of the paperwork, and the permit is usually valid for one year and renewable.

Practical Costs and Timelines to Expect

Budget realistically before committing to any visa type.

Visa agent fees in Bali for the B211A Social Cultural Visa typically run IDR 3 to 5 million for the full process including two extensions, not counting the government fees. Agents in Canggu, Seminyak, and Ubud are easy to find, and many expat Facebook groups carry honest recommendations.

The Second Home Visa involves a government fee around USD 500 to 600 for the multi-year option, plus agent fees that commonly reach USD 300 to 500. The fund requirement is significant but the funds remain yours, parked in an Indonesian bank account or used to purchase property.

Processing for most visas takes 5 to 15 business days when applying through a consulate. Using a Bali-based agent for in-country extensions typically takes 7 to 10 working days. Always start the process at least two weeks before your current permit expires.

Life on the Ground: What Long-Stayers Actually Need

A visa is just the beginning. Living well in Bali long-term requires a few more practical steps.

Bank accounts are tricky without a KITAS or Second Home Visa. Many nomads use Wise or Revolut for day-to-day spending and transfer money from home accounts as needed. Once you hold a longer-term permit, Bank BCA and Bank Mandiri are the most expat-friendly options for opening a local account.

Healthcare is a genuine consideration. The Siloam Hospitals network and BIMC in Kuta are the go-to facilities for expats needing reliable English-language care. International health insurance from providers like Cigna, AXA, or Pacific Cross is strongly recommended. Local BPJS health insurance is available to KITAS holders and costs very little, but coverage is limited and primarily suited as a supplement.

Renting a villa or apartment long-term is generally straightforward. Monthly rates in Canggu for a one-bedroom villa with a pool start around USD 700 to 1,200. Ubud offers quieter options from USD 400 upward. Seminyak and Berawa sit at the higher end. Always sign a contract, pay via bank transfer to have a record, and have a local agent or lawyer review any lease longer than six months.

Staying Compliant and Avoiding Common Mistakes

Immigration rules in Indonesia are enforced seriously, and overstaying carries fines and potential blacklisting.

Track your permit dates in a calendar app with reminders set two weeks before expiry. Never rely on your landlord or employer to monitor this for you. Keep physical and digital copies of your passport, visa sticker, entry stamp, and any extension receipts.

Visa runs, where people leave Indonesia briefly to reset a tourist stamp, still happen but have become less reliable and are not a sustainable long-term strategy. Investing in a proper visa from the start protects you legally and gives you peace of mind to focus on why you came to Bali in the first place.