Long-term rental & living in Bali
The Digital Nomad Visa for Bali (E33G)
The digital nomad visa Indonesia E33G is built for people working remotely for a foreign employer or their own foreign-registered business, not for anyone taking local Indonesian income.
The digital nomad visa Indonesia E33G was introduced specifically to give remote workers a defined legal category, rather than relying on the greyer territory of working remotely while on a B211A or tourist visa. It is aimed at people earning income from a foreign employer or their own business registered outside Indonesia, explicitly not for anyone taking local Indonesian income or working for an Indonesian company (as of 2026, verify current eligibility criteria, income requirements and validity period on imigrasi.go.id or with a licensed visa agent, since this is a newer category and details have been refined since introduction).
If your income comes entirely from clients, an employer or a business based outside Indonesia, this is generally the more defined and appropriate visa category to look at than continuing to stretch a B211A for remote work purposes.
Who it is actually designed for
- Employees working remotely for a company based outside Indonesia
- Freelancers and contractors with foreign clients, paid into a foreign account
- Business owners running a company registered outside Indonesia, with no local Indonesian income
- Not designed for anyone earning income from Indonesian sources or clients
E33G versus B211A for remote workers
| Factor | E33G digital nomad visa | B211A |
|---|---|---|
| Designed for remote work | Yes, explicitly | Not designed for this, legally ambiguous |
| Local income allowed | No | No |
| Typical applicant | Remote employee/freelancer with foreign income | Broader group: business visitors, property viewers, bridge to KITAS |
| Clarity of legal standing for remote work | Clearer, purpose-built | Greyer area if used specifically for remote work |
For anyone whose main reason for a Bali stay is remote work, the E33G is generally the cleaner legal fit, provided you meet its income and documentation requirements. Our guide to the B211A visa covers that broader category if your situation is different.
Tax considerations: what to actually check
Whether and how your foreign income becomes taxable in Indonesia once you hold this visa and spend a significant part of the year in the country is a genuinely important question and depends on Indonesian tax residency rules, which are separate from immigration status (as of 2026, verify current tax residency thresholds and treatment with a qualified Indonesian tax adviser, not a visa agent, since this is a specialist area). Do not assume holding a digital nomad visa exempts you from Indonesian tax residency considerations; get proper advice before you commit to a long stay under this visa.
Application process, broadly
- Confirm current eligibility criteria and required proof of foreign income or employment
- Prepare documentation showing your income source is genuinely foreign, not Indonesian
- Apply through the official channel or a licensed visa agent
- Confirm current validity period and any renewal process before finalising your Bali stay plans
Because this is a relatively newer visa category, using a licensed agent experienced specifically with E33G applications, rather than one who primarily handles older categories like B211A or standard KITAS, is worth the extra care in choosing.
What it does not give you
The E33G is a stay permit tied to remote work eligibility, not a path to permanent residency on its own, and it does not authorise local Indonesian employment or business activity generating local income. If your plans shift toward starting a local business or taking Indonesian-sourced income, you would need a different visa category, such as an investor KITAS, which our guide to investor KITAS Indonesia E28A covers.
Choosing a villa for a digital nomad stay
Because this visa is specifically aimed at remote workers, connectivity and a proper workspace matter as much as the visa paperwork itself. Read our guide to working from a villa in Bali and internet in Bali for long stays alongside your visa planning, since a strong remote-work setup is really the other half of making this visa category work for you day to day.
What to do next
The digital nomad visa E33G is a purpose-built option for remote workers with genuinely foreign income, worth pursuing through a licensed agent experienced with this specific category, alongside proper Indonesian tax advice on your residency status.
- Confirm current E33G eligibility and income requirements on imigrasi.go.id or with a specialist agent
- Get qualified Indonesian tax advice on residency implications before committing to a long stay
- Ask us about monthly and yearly work-ready villas at /property-rental/ once your visa plans are confirmed
Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies for the Indonesia digital nomad visa E33G?
Broadly, people earning income remotely from a foreign employer or their own foreign-registered business, with no local Indonesian income. Specific eligibility and income requirements are set by current immigration policy (as of 2026, verify with imigrasi.go.id or a licensed agent).
Does the digital nomad visa mean I do not pay Indonesian tax?
Not necessarily. Tax residency in Indonesia is governed separately from immigration status and depends on factors like how much of the year you spend in the country. Get advice from a qualified Indonesian tax adviser rather than assuming the visa exempts you from tax residency rules.
Is the E33G better than a B211A for remote workers?
Generally yes, since it is purpose-built for remote work with foreign income, giving clearer legal standing than using a B211A for the same purpose. If your situation differs, such as needing a business visa for other activities, a B211A may still fit better.
Can I work for an Indonesian company on a digital nomad visa?
No. The E33G is designed for income from foreign sources only. Taking Indonesian-sourced income or working for a local company would require a different visa and work permit pathway entirely.
How long is the digital nomad visa valid for?
Validity periods are set by current immigration policy and have been refined since the category's introduction, so confirm the current figure directly with imigrasi.go.id or a licensed visa agent before planning your stay length around it (as of 2026, verify).
Written by The Host Bali team, who manage villas in Sanur, Canggu, Umalas and Ungasan. Prices, rules and visa details change; we date every guide and update it when something moves. Nothing here is legal or tax advice — for a purchase or a licence, check the specifics with a licensed notary or adviser in Bali.