Staying in Bali for more than 60 days as a US citizen
I'm a US citizen and I plan to enter Bali on a 60-day tourist visa. I will want to renew and get an additional 30 days. But I will be busy in the second half of that initial 60-day period. Is it possible to obtain a renewal well before the initial 60 days end? For example, after only 30 days of the 60-day visa period, can I apply and receive the 30 day renewal so that I'll have a total of 90 days to stay there?
Best Answer
Visa renewal in Indonesia is at best tricky. I might even say random and/or arbitrary.
As I remember (I once had this problem) you can only renew 15 days before expiration date.
The rule seems to be that you need a sponsor (just any local individual will do). Then, your sponsor can renew your passport in the immigration office where he officially lives (why? Go figure). I think that the presence of the passport owner is now compulsory but was not before.
This rule kind of bond you to the living place of your sponsor.
There used to be a business around passport renewal in Bali. You would give your passport to a local and he would get it stamped for you. I doubt it still works.
In any case I would advise that you make your plans assuming renewal will be rejected. Depending on the local zeitgeist, they might pick any excuse to reject your demand. For example, I've once been told that the sponsor letter may not be handwritten.
That said, immigration will not execute you if you overstay a few days or even a full month. They will fine you $25 per day, but it might be a solution for you. Just be sure not to overstay more than 30 days (I read 60 days, but I wouldn't push my luck in this situation)
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How long can US citizen stay in Bali?
Bali, Indonesia, is free to enter without a visa, you will only get a date stamp in your passport on your arrival day. Stay up to a maximum of 30 days but note that you will not be able to extend your stay with this free tourist visa.How can I stay in Bali for more than 60 days?
To stay in Bali longer than 60 days, you can either go through the VOA and extension process by repeating it over and over in between visa runs (see below). Or you can apply for a social visa, 60-day tourist visa, multiple-entry business visa, or a KITAS (limited stay work permit).Can I stay in Bali for 3 months?
Hi JuBali - you can easily live in Bali for 3-6 months and it will probably do you the world of good. You will be able to get a visa extendable upto six months. Talking to expats on forums is a good start, if you can afford a reconnaissance trip that would be great also.Can I stay in Bali for 2 months?
If you plan to stay longer than 30 days, you should purchase a Visa on Arrival (VOA) for $35 USD. This can be extended for another 30 days with a trip to immigration. This is what I did for my first two months in Bali. You can do it yourself or you can pay an agent to do it for you.How to LIVE in Bali - Bali travel regulation
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