Bali Digital Nomad Visa (E33G) 2026: Cost, Requirements & Taxes
Indonesia's E33G Remote Worker KITAS in 2026: USD 60K income requirement, ~IDR 8.6M fees, 1+1 years, foreign-income tax exemption — and the rules that get nomads deported.
Quick answer: Bali’s digital nomad visa — officially the E33G Remote Worker KITAS — gives you 1 year (+1 extension) of legal residence with foreign income exempt from Indonesian tax. You need ~USD 60,000/year of provable income from a non-Indonesian employer, ~IDR 8.6M in government fees, and discipline about one rule: zero Indonesian clients. Here’s the full 2026 picture.
E33G requirements (2026)
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Income | ~USD 60,000/year, foreign source, provable (contract + bank statements) |
| Employment | Contract with a company registered outside Indonesia (or foreign freelance income) |
| Passport | 18+ months validity |
| Insurance | Health cover valid in Indonesia |
| Government fees | IDR 7,000,000 PNBP + ~IDR 1,500,000 ITAS/MERP |
| Timeline | 2-6 weeks e-visa approval, biometrics after arrival |
What the E33G gets you (vs endless tourist visas)
Legal 1-2 year residence with no visa runs. Foreign income tax exemption. Local bank account + driver’s license eligibility. A KITAS that landlords, banks and immigration take seriously. And unlike the fake-sponsor work KITAS some agents sell, it survives audits.
The rules that get nomads deported
Indonesian clients = violation. One invoice to a Bali beach club can end your visa. Co-working ≠ coverage: the visa covers where you sit, not who you bill. Teaching yoga / running retreats locally is Indonesian-source work. If your plans include local business, the correct path is a PT PMA + investor KITAS instead.
E33G vs the alternatives
| E33G Remote Worker | C1 Tourist | Investor KITAS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max stay | 2 years | 180 days | 2 years renewable |
| Local income | Forbidden | Forbidden | Via your PT PMA |
| Tax on foreign income | Exempt | n/a (short stay) | Resident rules apply |
| Cost | ~USD 1,100-1,600 | IDR 4.5-6M/180d | IDR 15-20M + company |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Bali digital nomad visa?
Indonesia’s E33G Remote Worker KITAS: a 1-year residence permit (extendable once) for people employed by companies outside Indonesia. It requires roughly USD 60,000 annual foreign income and exempts that income from Indonesian tax.
How much does the E33G cost in 2026?
Government fees total about IDR 8.6 million (IDR 7M PNBP + IDR 1.5M ITAS/MERP + IDR 100K EPO). With an agent or law firm handling everything, expect USD 1,100-1,600 all-in.
Can I work for Indonesian clients on the E33G?
No. Any Indonesian-source income breaks the visa conditions. Enforcement tightened sharply through 2025-2026 — violators face revocation and deportation.
Do I pay Indonesian tax on the E33G?
Foreign-source income earned remotely is exempt under the E33G framework. Stay under the rules (no local clients) and you avoid Indonesian income tax on your remote salary.
What happens after 2 years on the E33G?
The 1+1 structure is capped — no third year. Long-stayers typically switch to an investor KITAS via a PT PMA, which since BKPM 5/2025 needs only IDR 2.5B paid-up capital.