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Guides, news and stories to help you live, work and invest confidently in Indonesia
Converting Your KITAS to KITAP for Permanent Residency
If you plan to stay in Bali long-term, a KITAS lets you stay up to two years, while a KITAP offers five years with unlimited renewals. Not all KITAS types can convert to KITAP, so choosing the right one is key. This guide helps you understand which KITAS qualifies and how to plan your stay strategically.
5 Visa Mistakes That Could Get You in Trouble in Indonesia
Indonesia continues to open its arms to tourists and digital nomads, and it's relatively easy to get a visa to this beautiful archipelago. Whether you fancy walking among Komodo Dragons on Komodo Island, enjoying Bali's unique culture as a digital nomad, or seeing ancient ruins and volcanoes in Java, there's something for everyone.
Onshore vs Offshore Bali Visa Applications: Should You DIY or Use a Professional Agent?
Are you planning on making Bali your home long-term, or wondering how to extend your visa for Indonesia? In this article, we’ll explore your options and help you decide the best course of action.
Want to Volunteer, Perform, Do An Internship or Work Trial in Indonesia? Now You Can, With Indonesia’s C-Group Visas
Are you looking to gain professional experience in Indonesia, share your skills with local communities, or pursue creative opportunities? Indonesia's new C-group visas have opened doors for activities that weren't possible with standard tourist visas. These specialized visas allow you to volunteer, perform, intern or conduct work trials legally in the country.
Which Visa Do You Need To Work Remotely in Bali?
Working remotely and living in Bali is a dream that many have, and one which has become much more attainable in recent years. If you’d like to work remotely and live in Bali, then chances are you need to find the right visa to do so. In this guide, we’ll weigh up the options available when it comes to living and working online legally in Bali.
Which Visa Do You Need? The Ultimate Guide to Visas in Bali 2024
Do you live in Bali or would you like to in the future? Or, perhaps you fancy coming here for a quick holiday or trying out something in-between? Whatever your plan is, you’re going to need a visa. Here’s Bali Solve’s ultimate guide to all the visa options available in Indonesia - knowing what your possibilities are should make it much easier for you to plan your stay on this beautiful island.
What’s the Right KITAS for You? Explore All the Different Types of KITAS Here
Do you want to live in Bali long-term? If the answer is yes, then perhaps you need a KITAS. Having one will allow you to stay longer term in Bali and will give you many added benefits that make life here easier and more secure.
So, you want to Live in Bali? Visa Options to Stay Longer in Bali in 2024
Many long-term expats in Bali never planned to settle here. A short holiday simply turned into years of living on the island.
Although recent regulation changes have made Investor KITAS and Working Visas more challenging to obtain, there are still several promising options for those wishing to stay in Bali long-term.
Working KITAS vs. Investor KITAS: What’s the difference?
As Bali's premier visa and business consulting agency, clients often reach out to us looking for ways to stay longer-term in Bali. Many of them have questions about Working and Investor KITAs and wonder if they would be able to fulfill the eligibility requirements. If you have been trying to understand which visa would suit you, let us help you make an informed decision and clear up any confusion you may have about the differences between these two popular visa options.
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