How to get a visa to Bali?

Indonesia is a wonderful exotic country for immigration and vacation. The local climate, nature, friendly locals and rhythm of life attract tourists from all over the world.

If you are planning to fly to Bali, be prepared to prepare the necessary documents for entry to the island in addition to swimsuits and stylish looks. Yes, to legally stay in Indonesia for more than 30 days, you need a visa.

How to get a visa to Bali and what is needed to apply for it?

Overseas real estate agency Hayat Estate offers clients to consider real estate options in Indonesia for living, vacations and investments. Choose profitable apartments, villas or apartments to make your stay in Bali comfortable and carefree.

Do Ukrainians need a visa to Bali?

Bali is a beautiful paradise island whose energy changes a person's consciousness and worldview, forcing them to reconsider their values and life. Incredible beaches, surfing, warm climate, healthy food, an abundance of cheap fruits, ancient landmarks, cultural heritage make Indonesia a dream of many tourists and immigrants. This is an ideal place for relaxation and a measured life.

If Ukrainians have access to a visa-free regime to enter many countries, then in the case of Bali, our compatriots will have to obtain a visa to travel to the island.

These rules apply to many countries and we recommend that you check this information in advance before planning your trip.

Most often, tourists apply for a visa upon arrival directly at the airport (Visa on Arrival or VoA): this option is not always convenient because it takes a lot of time. It is better to save your nerves and apply for it online in advance.

How to get a visa to Indonesia?

A visa on arrival can be obtained at a special counter at the airport. You fill out an application form, provide a valid passport, show a return ticket home or to another country, and pay a $35 fee or 500,000 Indonesian rupiah. After checking the document and paying the fee, you are issued a visa for 30 days (it can be extended for another 30 days, and after the expiration you must leave the country).

If you don’t want to stand in line, you can pay for the document online using a special electronic service.

What visa do you need for Bali?

Depending on the purpose of your trip, there are several types of visas to enter Indonesia that you need to obtain before traveling.

1. Bali Tourist Visa B211A- the most popular: it can be obtained for 60 days and according to the rules it can be extended twice for the same period. You need to contact the Indonesian embassy in the country or the consulate. To do this, prepare a passport that is valid for at least 6 months, copies of tickets, health insurance, booked accommodation and fill out the form. In addition, you need a bank statement as proof of financial well-being. TouristBali visa price - $50-$100, processing time from 5 to 10 business days.
2. Multiple entry visa D212. Ukrainians can use it to stay in Bali with the right of multiple entries for 1 year. Each visit should last no more than 60 days. The advantage of this document is that as soon as the term ends, you leave the country, but you have the right to return at any time and the countdown will start over. Cost - for 1 year from $320 to $480 and above.

A tourist visa will not be enough to immigrate to Bali. To have more rights and opportunities, you need to getKITAS aka Residence Permit in IndonesiaWith its help, Ukrainians have the right to official employment in Indonesia, business, residence, study, etc. A residence permit opens up great opportunities for an immigrant to realize himself and live a comfortable life in an exotic land.

There are several variants of KITAS:

• work visa to Indonesia with permission for official employment - its cost is $820 per year and $1200 tax for activity;
• for freelancers - for 53 separate professions without the need to find an official employer ($600 + $1000 registration);
• KITAS pension for people over 55 years old, can be issued for 5 years, but it must be renewed annually and paid $1000;
• Family - issued to people who are legally married to an Indonesian citizen (cost - $520 per year): a marriage certificate is required for submission;
• student: issued for a year, but to do this you need to show documents confirming your acceptance to an educational institution ($500 and $150 for registration).

What package of documents is required to apply for KITOS? Before applying to the consulate, take with you 6 photos (2*3 cm, 4*6 cm, 3*4 cm) on a red background, a valid passport (at least 18 months), medical insurance for 1 year, documents confirming your place of residence on the island, a diploma (for freelancers) and a completed application form. This is a basic package, the contents of which may vary depending on the type of KITAS you choose.

The investment visa to Indonesia requires special attention. Ukrainians can apply for:

• “Golden Visa” - can be obtained by investing in state assets from $350,000;
• Second Home Visa for property ownership of at least $320,000 or a deposit of at least $130,000 in a local bank;
• Investment KITAS rules require development and investment in a business of at least $63,000.

The registration process can take from a week to several months. If the visa is not extended in a timely manner, the immigrant may face a fine or deportation from the country.

What are the benefits of an Indonesian visa?

For immigrants, official residence in Bali and other islands opens up many opportunities. Here you can combine work with cool and varied recreation, achieving harmony and balance. Low cost of products, public transport, services, affordable real estate allow you to live without restrictions and put down roots. You get a unique opportunity to live among beautiful nature and good-natured locals, forgetting about stress: this way adaptation will be faster and more pleasant.

Hayat Estate will be happy to help you with your Indonesian visa or advise you on purchasing real estate on the islands. Our team will do everything possible to ensure that your trip or move to Bali is comfortable and leaves only pleasant memories.