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How long can an American stay in Bali?

Whether you are American, Australian, French, or any other nationality you may want to stay longer in Bali or any other island. Generally, when you visit as a tourist you will get a VOA (Visa On Arrival) which allows you to stay 60 days. 30 days plus an extension of 30 days.



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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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Information about the B211A. The B211A is valid for 60 days but can be extended twice (each time for another 60 days). This means you could stay in Bali for up to 180 days (6 months).

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STAYING FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD IN BALI USING A LIMITED STAY PERMIT (ITAS / KITAS) The limited stay permit (ITAS / KITAS) is the best option for foreigners who decide to stay for a number of years in Bali.

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Are you visiting Bali for a holiday, and are you staying for a maximum of 30 days? Then a Visa on Arrival is good for you! If you have plans to stay longer than 30 days (up to 60 days), this Indonesia Visa on Arrival (VOA) is still the right choice.

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When you land in Bali, simply go straight to passport control, where your VOA and date will be stamped in your passport. After that, you can enjoy your holiday in Bali for up to 30 days! Make sure you don't overstay; if you do, there will be a hefty fine (around USD 60 per day you overstay!).

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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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6. PERMANENT RESIDENCY (ITAP/KITAP) After staying 5 years consecutively (or 10 years non-consecutively) on a KITAS you will be eligible to apply for the Indonesian Permanent Residency: the famous KITAP to extend your time in Bali, Indonesia.

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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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How much does it cost to live comfortably in Bali? The cost of living in Bali can vary widely depending on your lifestyle, but a comfortable living can be achieved for around $1500 - $2000 per month, including accommodation, food, and transportation.

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How long can a U.S. citizen live abroad? A U.S. citizen can live abroad indefinitely without losing their citizenship. However, certain actions or prolonged absences may lead to suspicions about their intent to retain U.S. citizenship.

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Since the visa is a multiple entry visa, it allows foreigners to have multiple 60-days visits during the 12-month validity period of the visa. The multiple entry visa is therefore a good option foreigners who intend to stay in Bali long term, but travel frequently outside Indonesia.

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Visa: Travel for more than 30 days and travel for non-VOA purposes, including employment and journalism, requires that the appropriate visa be obtained from an Indonesian embassy or consulate before arrival. If you are traveling on an emergency passport, you must obtain a visa before arrival in Indonesia.

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You can request a VOA upon arrival at Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport, or use the easier new e-VOA system introduced in late 2022. The VOA and e-VOA are valid for 30 days, and that visa can be extended for another 30 days in Indonesia (60 days in total).

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Information about the B211A
This means you could stay in Bali for up to 180 days (6 months). Please note: To extend, you'll need to attend an appointment at your closest immigration office for a photo and fingerprints. Choose from the Onshore B211A (applying while in Bali) or Offshore B211A (applying before arrival).

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