The option of working remotely has increased in popularity because of the Covid-19. Remote workers can do their job anywhere without being confined to an office. even coming from different continents.
Working remotely from a paradise location like Bali, Indonesia’s “island of Gods,” is a desirable alternative. Remote workers still have 180 days to visit Indonesia with the Bali B211a visa while we excitedly wait for Indonesia’s digital nomad visa.
Does Bali Have a Digital Nomad Visa?
A digital nomad visa is not currently available in Bali, but it’s scheduled to be available at the end of 2022. However, in the interim, digital nomads are permitted to stay in Indonesia for 180 days with a B211a visa (also known as single-entry visitor visa).
Get to Know about Single-Entry Visitor Visa B211a
Remote workers have the possibility to work from Indonesia, notably Bali, with the Single-Entry Visitor Visa B211a. The B211a visa provides for a maximum stay of 60 days in Indonesia, according to the Directorate General of Immigration.
The stay permit derived from this visa can be extended, with each extension granted for up to 60 days with a maximum stay in Indonesia no longer than 180 days.
B211a Visa Requirements
You can apply for single-entry visitor visas for 60 or 180 days through the Online Visa Approval application.
Required documents for B211a Visa:
- Travel document
- A passport valid for at least 12 months for a single-entry visitor visa application with a 180-day stay duration.
- A passport valid for at least six months for a single-entry visitor visa application with a 60-day stay duration.
- A valid travel document for at least 12 months for foreign nationals without nationality.
- Letter of sponsorship from the sponsor, except if you are a tourist visitor. Or proof of immigration guarantee funds for individuals intended to conduct pre-investment activities.
- Proof of funds of at least US$2000 (two thousand US dollars) or equivalent to support the cost of living of foreign nationals and/or their family in Indonesia.
- A return ticket or connecting ticket to continue their journey to another country, except for crews of means of transport who join the ship/vessel in Indonesia and continue their trip to another country.
- 2 (two) colour passport photos of 4 cm x 6 cm.
The Perfect Place to Stay in Bali for Digital Nomad
Canggu, Berawa, and Umalas neighbourhoods are ideal places to stay if you’ve decided to work remotely from Bali. In addition to being close to the beach, there are many cafes or co-working spaces that you may choose for working. There are several lovely villa alternatives in the area that will increase your work efficiency. We have the following recommendations:
Canggu
Villa Mellow, Villa Isyan, or Sunset Seabreeze are good options if you’re seeking a 2-bedroom villa in the Canggu region. If you need a villa with one bedroom, Villa Selina is the best option.
Berawa
If you’re looking for a 2-bedroom villa, we suggest Berawa beachfront Villa Seabreeze or Villa Santorini. Loft Ludo 3, Loft Ludo 6, or Loft Ludo 7 are the best options if you’re looking for a villa with one bedroom,
Umalas
The best 2-bedroom villas for your stay are Villa Elma with a huge bedroom or Villa Zanti and Villa Bali Townhouse with a modern design surrounded by rice fields in Umalas area.
