Can I live in Bali for 1 year?

The limited stay permit (ITAS / KITAS) is the best option for foreigners who decide to stay for a number of years in Bali. The limited stay permit has a validity period of up to two years (depending on the type of stay permit), and allows for in-country extensions.



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And Bali is one of the places Americans are moving to for its beautiful scenery, lush greenery and picturesque beaches. Bali makes it very easy for expats, thanks to the island's low cost of living and work permit visa, KITAS. The visa is issued for one year and can be renewed annually.

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Tourist Visa and Visa on Arrival
If you plan to spend more than 30 days in Bali, you can obtain a Visa on Arrival (VOA). The cost of this visa is $35 and it is valid for 30 days but can be extended for another 30 days. Hence, the maximum stay with the VOA is 60 days.

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Most retired expats live in Ubud and Seminyak. However, as you may already know that Bali is home to a lot of young travelers, digital nomads, and retired expats from all over the world, you will find expats in almost all areas of the city.

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Overall, Thailand is cheaper than Bali.
Thailand has a wider range of accommodation options to suit all types of budgets, and the local food and alcoholic drinks are surprisingly cheap in comparison. More recently, Bali is offering a wider choice of places to stay for all type of travelers and budgets.

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As one estimate from online collaborative community MyLifeElsewhere put it, the cost of living in Bali is 41.6% lower than in the US.

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Another thing that makes Bali so cheap is the exchange rate. Bali uses the Indonesian rupiah, which is a very weak currency when compared to the Western currency. You will get around 18,000 rupiahs (IDR) to £1 English pound (GBP) and 14,850 IDR to $1 US dollar. This means your money will go a lot further!

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Most Balinese speak at some English
English is the common “third” language (after Indonesian and Balinese) and the most popular foreign language by far. A lot of Balinese speak a level of English that allows them to communicate with tourists on a basic level.

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You can apply for a Retirement Visa for Indonesia if you fulfil the requirements below: You are at least 55 years of age. You do not intend to work in Indonesia. You have a pension or other means of sustaining yourself financially in Indonesia without having to work (at least US$ 18,000 per year)

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If you are a US citizen, you do not need a visa for Indonesia. You need only your passport (which has to be valid for another six months) and a return or onward ticket. You can stay in Indonesia without a visa for up to 30 days.

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Canggu. Canggu is one of the top places to live in Bali. It became more and more popular over the years because it's a great destination for expats and digital nomads.

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