Bali B211A visa 2026: 60 days, extensions, KITAS pathway explained (2026)

The B211A is Bali’s most flexible long-stay tourist visa. With extensions, you can stay 6 months. Combined with the new E33G digital nomad visa announced for 2024-25, Indonesia is one of Asia’s most accessible long-term destinations.

Last verified: May 6, 2026.

B211A overview

Initial validity: 60 days from arrival in Indonesia
Extensions: 2 extensions of 60 days each = max 180 days (6 months) total
Cost: approximately $130 USD initial application + $40 per extension
Eligibility: 80+ countries (US, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, NZ, most Asian + Latin American countries)
Single entry: if you leave Indonesia, you need a new visa. Cannot re-enter on same B211A
Cannot be converted to work visa in Indonesia. Must leave + apply for new visa for work permission

Sponsor requirement (the catch)

B211A applications require an Indonesian sponsor. Two ways:

Travel agent / visa service: most common path. Indonesian visa agencies sponsor your application for $50-150 service fee. Examples: Bali Indo Visa, Cekindo, Emerhub
Indonesian citizen sponsor: if you have a friend/family/business contact in Indonesia willing to sign as sponsor
Hotel sponsor: some larger hotels offer sponsor service if you book 60+ days

Application process

Two main routes: e-VOA on arrival, or pre-application from your home country.

Route 1: Apply pre-arrival via Indonesian e-Visa portal

Where: molina.imigrasi.go.id (official) or via authorized agent
Documents: passport scan, photos, sponsor letter, proof of funds ($2,000+ typical), return ticket, accommodation booking
Cost: ~$130 USD (visa fee) + $50-150 (agent fee if used)
Timeline: 5-14 working days
Visa issued: by email; print + carry on arrival

Route 2: Apply at Indonesian embassy in your country

Pre-COVID standard. Now less common but still works. Embassy in your country can issue B211A. Allow 2-4 weeks.

Extending the B211A in Bali

60 days isn’t usually enough for serious travelers. Extension process:

When to apply: 1-2 weeks before initial 60-day expiry
Where: Bali Imigrasi office (Denpasar) or via your sponsor agent
Documents: passport, photos, application form, fee
Cost: ~$40 + agent fee ($30-80)
Timeline: 5-7 working days. Allow buffer time
Two extensions max: at end of 6 months total, you must leave Indonesia

What you can and cannot do on B211A

B211A is a tourist/visit visa, not a work visa. Officially:

Cannot work for Indonesian companies or earn income from Indonesian sources
Can work remotely for foreign clients/employers (gray area, technically tolerated for remote workers)
Can attend conferences, business meetings, training
Can study informally (yoga, surfing, cooking classes)
Cannot enroll in formal education (separate student visa needed)

The Indonesian government has been increasingly tolerant of digital nomads working on B211A while based in Bali, but technically working from Indonesia (even for foreign employers) is in legal gray area. The 2024 E33G digital nomad visa formally addresses this.

Transitioning to KITAS (limited stay permit)

If you want to stay longer than 6 months, options:

Exit + return on new B211A: simplest. Leave Indonesia (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand are short flights), apply for new visa, return
KITAS via investment visa (E28A): $25,000+ investment in Indonesian business
KITAS via marriage: if married to Indonesian citizen
KITAS via skilled work permit (B311/IMTA): requires Indonesian employer sponsor
Second Home Visa: 5 or 10-year visa for those with $130K USD in Indonesian bank account
E33G Digital Nomad Visa: 5-year visa announced 2024-25, requires $60K USD/year income proof, $2K USD bank deposit

Cost of living in Bali on B211A

Bali pricing has risen 30-50% since 2020. Realistic budgets:

Backpacker: $700-1,000/month. Hostel dorm or basic guesthouse, warungs (local restaurants), motorbike rental
Mid-range nomad: $1,200-2,000/month. Private apartment, mix of restaurants, scooter, coworking 2 days/week
Comfortable expat: $2,500-4,000/month. Villa with pool, private chef occasional, full coworking, regular nights out
Luxury: $5,000+/month. High-end villa, full-time staff, premium dining

Where to base in Bali

Canggu: digital nomad capital. Coworking spaces, surf, cafes, beach. Crowded + traffic since 2022
Ubud: wellness + yoga focus. Quieter, jungle setting. Less infrastructure for working
Sanur: family-friendly, calmer beaches, growing nomad scene
Uluwatu: world-class surfing, dramatic cliff vistas, more remote
Pererenan / Berawa: quieter than Canggu but close enough. Growing scene
Kuta/Seminyak: tourist + party focus. Not recommended for serious work

Practical first-month checklist

Open Indonesian bank account: not strictly necessary for short stays. BCA most foreigner-friendly. KITAS holders only
Indonesian SIM: Telkomsel, XL Axiata. ~$10-20 for 30 days/30GB. Buy at airport
Motorbike rental: 1.0M-1.5M IDR/month ($65-100). Always wear helmet (legally required + safety)
International driver permit: required if police stop you. Get from your country before travel ($20-30)
Health insurance: mandatory recommendation. Bali medical can cost $5K-50K for serious incidents. SafetyWing minimum
Coworking membership: Outpost ($150-250/month), Tropical Nomad ($120-180), Dojo Bali ($150-220), B Work ($100-180)

Common mistakes B211A holders make

Overstaying the 60-day initial period: $100/day fines. Apply for extension 1-2 weeks early
Missing extension deadline: 2 weeks before expiry minimum. Bali Imigrasi has slow processing
Working for Indonesian employer on B211A: illegal. Risk of fines + deportation
Not registering at local kelurahan (village office): required within 24 hours of moving to a new accommodation. Often ignored but technically required
Driving without IDP + helmet: Bali traffic police regularly stop tourists
Not budgeting for visa runs: $200-400 every 6 months for new visa application

✓ Last verified: May 6, 2026.

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