Inflation
1.91 %2025 · latest annual observation
Exact values
- 2020
- 1.92 %
- 2021
- 1.56 %
- 2022
- 4.21 %
- 2023
- 3.67 %
- 2024
- 2.18 %
- 2025
- 1.91 %
Cost
Sanur, Bali · example rent $850/mo.
Residency
Depends on eligibility
Jobs
E33G: remote work for an overseas company
Safety
Advises against all travel to specified areas · FCDO · 2026-09-12
Economy
Inflation 1.9% · 2025 · World Bank
Climate
Sanur, Bali · 23–26°C · monthly means, 2001–2020
Healthcare
Check evacuation, road-accident and natural-disaster coverage. Plan access to a larger medical center for complex treatment.
Taxes
Residence, over 183 days in 12 months, or presence with an intention to reside.
A CLOSER LOOK
Cities & places
- Sanur, Bali · beachfront promenade
Fitri Penyalai · 2023 · CC BY-SA 4.0 - Ubud, Bali · Monkey Forest Street
Michelle Maria · 2013 · CC BY 3.0 - Ubud, Bali · Ubud Palace
Jakub Hałun · 2022 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Guides & practical tips
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General practical guide
Apostilles before moving: prepare the right documents
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Business relocation abroad: plan before incorporating
A practical business-relocation plan covering personal status, demand, separate budgets, licences, reporting and the first customer.
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Housing & everyday life
Open the housing section for rental considerations and living conditions.
TRAVEL SAFETY
Before you travel
Advises against all travel to specified areas
The warning concerns specific areas, not the entire country.
About this warning
Source: the UK Foreign Office. Advice is for British nationals; entry rules for your passport may differ. This is travel advice, not crime statistics.
Publisher updated: 2026-09-10 · Retrieved: 2026-09-12 14:49 UTC
Warning in English
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against all travel FCDO advises against all travel to a number of volcanoes in Indonesia: Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, on Flores Island, East Nusa Tenggara Province to within 7km of the crater Mount Sinabung, Karo Regency, North Sumatra to within 5km of the crater Mount Marapi, West Sumatra to within 3km of the crater Mount Semeru, Lumajang Regency, East Java to within 5km of the crater in the south-east of Mount Semura to within 500m from any riverbank of the Besuk Kobokan river for 13km from the crater Mount Ruang, Northern Sulawesi to within 7km of the crater Mount Ibu, North Maluku Province to within 7km of the crater See more details about why FCDO advises against travel. Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights. Commercial options to leave Indonesia remain available, but your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East.Before you travel: check travel advice for any countries or territories you are transiting through check for the latest updates from your airline or tour operator review your travel insurance policy for coverage monitor local and international media for the latest information and sign up for travel advice email alerts
Latest change (English)
Removal of information about closure of Jakarta airports due to volcanic ash clouds (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)
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Everything for your decision
Open a topic. Details and sources are inside.
Overview
Bali beyond the holiday
Lifestyle appeal depends on the neighborhood: traffic, school and healthcare matter more than the view.
Visas & residence
Residence routes, documents, family and arrival steps.
Read the detailsEveryday life
Housing, schools, healthcare, pets and transport.
Read the detailsWork & taxes
Employment rights, tax residence and banking documents.
Read the detailsSafety & rules
Crime, regional conflict, driving and local restrictions.
Read the detailsVisa & residency
E33G: remote work for an overseas company
Residence & citizenship
Residence and citizenship are separate procedures. A passport follows a separate citizenship decision.
E33G: remote work for an overseas company
1 year, extendable
- US$60,000 annual income; US$2,000 funds evidence
- Valid passport, current photograph and financial evidence.
- Employment agreement with a company established outside Indonesia.
- Evidence of at least $60,000 annual income and living-funds statement.
- For a child, establish the relevant family E31 or study E30 category; parental status does not replace a child's application.
Guide summary, not an individual eligibility assessment. Primary source
Eligibility depends on nationality, status, family and documents. Years are a pre-application residence condition, excluding time to obtain the initial status and processing.
Short visits and limited-stay residence are different pathways. For a remote-worker status, verify foreign-employer and income requirements.
1 year, extendable
US$60,000 annual income; US$2,000 funds evidence
- Valid passport, current photograph and financial evidence.
- Employment agreement with a company established outside Indonesia.
- Evidence of at least $60,000 annual income and living-funds statement.
- For a child, establish the relevant family E31 or study E30 category; parental status does not replace a child's application.
Cost of living
City, household, monthly and one-off expenses
An editable scenario, not a market average. Set your city and household needs.
Your family and routines
Citizenship and purpose are saved with your profile; this calculator does not determine visa eligibility. Check route conditions separately. Conditions
Who's coming
Adults
2
Children
1
Child 1
Housing & bedrooms
Bedrooms, excluding living room
2
Suggested bedrooms: 2. Adults in pairs; children under 8 can share, older children follow your room preference. A planning suggestion, not a legal rule.
Transport & pets
Cats
0
Dogs
0
Jobs & business
Work permission, the local market and earning routes
Short visits and limited-stay residence are different pathways. For a remote-worker status, verify foreign-employer and income requirements.
Detailed guide and sourcesEconomy
Currency, inflation and investment with observation dates
ECONOMY & CURRENCY
What the annual data shows
Historical World Bank observations. Not today’s exchange rate or an assessment of current military or political conditions.
Real GDP growth
5.11 %2025 · latest annual observation
Exact values
- 2020
- -2.07 %
- 2021
- 3.7 %
- 2022
- 5.31 %
- 2023
- 5.05 %
- 2024
- 5.03 %
- 2025
- 5.11 %
Local currency per dollar
16,477.87 LCU/USD2025 · latest annual observation
Exact values
- 2020
- 14,582.2 LCU/USD
- 2021
- 14,308.14 LCU/USD
- 2022
- 14,849.85 LCU/USD
- 2023
- 15,236.88 LCU/USD
- 2024
- 15,855.45 LCU/USD
- 2025
- 16,477.87 LCU/USD
Foreign direct investment
1.54 % GDP2025 · latest annual observation
Exact values
- 2020
- 1.81 % GDP
- 2021
- 1.79 % GDP
- 2022
- 1.87 % GDP
- 2023
- 1.57 % GDP
- 2024
- 1.74 % GDP
- 2025
- 1.54 % GDP
How to read these indicators and their limits
FX is an official annual average; parallel markets, fees and restrictions are excluded. FDI measures net investment flows, not the appeal of a property or business; values can be negative. Inflation and GDP growth do not measure personal living costs, safety or hiring prospects.
World Bank · 2020–2025 · CC BY 4.0
Taxes & money
Tax residence and income obligations
Residence, over 183 days in 12 months, or presence with an intention to reside.
Standard bands 5–35%; the top rate applies to taxable income above IDR5bn. A visa alone does not set the tax rate.
Tax sourceDo not confuse residence with permission to run local activities. Review tax status and bank-account eligibility.
Detailed guide and sourcesHousing
Rent, deposits and inspecting a home
Verify ownership and rental authority, water access, damp and noise. Annual prepayment increases the cost of choosing the wrong location.
Detailed guide and sourcesSafety
Crime, scams and regional differences
SAFETY, NOT A SINGLE SCORE
Three different risks
Crime & scams
Check villa security, deposit scams and document storage. A popular tourist neighborhood still needs due diligence.
Conflict & regional warnings
Regional warnings and volcanic activity are separate risks. Have a plan for disrupted flights.
Roads & transport
Traffic changes the neighborhood decision. Test school-run travel times at rush hour; a scooter with a child should not be the default.
Warnings change quickly. This is not a live conflict feed: open the current advice for the actual region before travel. Official travel advice
Climate & surroundings
Temperature, heating, coast, humidity and wildlife
CLIMATE & HOME
What the seasons feel like
A daily mean includes the night. It is not a heat ceiling: individual days can be much hotter.
NASA POWER: modeled outdoor relative humidity, roughly 50 km grid. Not an apartment sensor or a particular day’s weather. 2001–2020 · Data
NASA POWER · 2001–2020. Temperature is a daily mean, not a daytime high. Climate, not a forecast. A model grid cell, not an urban station. Terrain and neighbourhoods can differ.
Sanur, Bali · long-term climate, not a forecast
Warmest month · daily mean26.3°C
Coldest month · daily mean23.4°C
Winter comfortVentilation & A/C
Jan25.5°C daily mean86% outdoors · NASA model10.2 mm rainfall / day
Housing: questions before signing
For this city’s climate, focus on cooling, moisture and rain.
- Does each bedroom have air conditioning, when was it cleaned, and is it noisy overnight?
- Is electricity paid to the utility or the landlord? What per-kWh rate is written in the lease?
- Any musty smell, mould or leaks? Request video of cupboards and ceilings after rain.
- Do opening windows have screens, where does rainwater drain, and how is laundry dried in the wet season?
SETTING & EVERYDAY LIFE
Near the sea. But easy to live?
Look at the city and the actual home, not a whole-country label.
Nearby water
Bali coast · Indian Ocean
Setting
Coastal living
A coastal part of Bali by the Indian Ocean; Sanur is not the whole island.
Wildlife: what to consider
Household & sanitation
Not “harmless”, but no alarmismCockroaches favor warm, damp, dark hiding places. Check drains, cupboards, leaks and building maintenance.
SourceDisease vectors
Species, season and local conditions matterAedes mosquitoes and dengue: conditions differ by island and district. Inspect standing water around the home and bite protection.
SourceVenomous & dangerous
Presence does not mean frequent encountersVenomous snakes: the health ministry reports undercounted bites. This cannot establish encounter percentages for Bali or Jakarta.
SourceCity encounter frequency is not quantified: no percentages or frequent/rare rating is available. Inspect the property, screens, drains, waste, standing water and seasonal warnings. Sources of differing dates checked 12 September 2026; categories can overlap.
Property check: screens, damp and cleaning
Cockroaches & ants
Inspect the kitchen after dark, under-sink cupboards, pipe gaps and waste areas. Ask for pest-treatment history and who pays for control.
Mosquitoes
Check intact window and door screens, standing water in trays and containers. Pools and landscaping need maintenance. A/C does not protect an open window.
Snakes, spiders & other wildlife
For homes beside vegetation, ask about actual sightings on the property, door gaps, open bathrooms and local removal services. A species being present in the country does not measure risk in your apartment.
Humidity & mold
A musty smell, dark spots in corners and bubbling paint are warning signs. Before travelling, request video of cupboards, ceilings and walls after rain, leak-repair information and laundry-drying arrangements. A humidity meter is optional, not a relocation requirement.
Quiet, not just a listing promise
Visit in the evening, on a weekend and on a school morning. Check bars, dogs, construction, traffic and neighbor noise with windows closed.
Separate: outdoor and indoor humidity
Outdoor monthly averages do not tell you bedroom humidity. EPA recommends below 60% indoors, ideally 30–50% where possible, and repairing leaks. A dehumidifier does not repair a wet wall.
Waterfront does not mean a swimming beach. Verify access, seasonal conditions, water quality and lifeguards. Check quietness at the address, not by country name.
Checklist sources
Sources underlying the checklist: EPA · moisture · CDC · mosquitoes · WHO · snakes · CDC · spiders · NWS · beaches. An editorial inspection checklist, not animal-encounter statistics.
Natural risks & signals
Dated observations, not a safety forecast
Agung · Bali
Daily report for 11 September 2026: Level I (Normal). Crater precautions remain: do not camp nearby or descend inside; rain can produce lahars in rivers draining the summit. This is a dated report, not a safety guarantee.
Batur · Bali
Report for 11 September 2026: Level I (Normal). Gas hazards remain at the active crater: avoid prolonged visits, overnight stays and gas vents. Relevant when planning a family hike.
Ash: disruption far from the volcano
On 18 June 2025, Lewotobi on Flores affected 10,560 passengers in Denpasar according to the transport ministry. This is a historical event, not a closure notice for today.
Earthquake: documented consequences
On 16 October 2021 a M4.8 earthquake damaged buildings in Karangasem and Bangli. BNPB reported three deaths and landslides cutting road access. This example does not predict another event; building condition and access routes matter.
What is happening in this country
GDACS · source snapshot 2026-09-12. An event in the country does not imply a threat to every city.
Earthquake
2026-09-12 · GDACS Green
Source report (EN)
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.8M, Depth:134.354km) in Indonesia 12/09/2026 06:14 UTC, Few people affected in 100km.
Earthquake
2026-09-12 · GDACS Green
Source report (EN)
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.7M, Depth:44.24km) in Indonesia 12/09/2026 05:08 UTC, 390 thousand in 100km.
Earthquake
2026-09-12 · GDACS Green
Source report (EN)
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:10km) in Indonesia 12/09/2026 03:34 UTC, 1.3 million in 100km.
Healthcare & insurance
Access to doctors and coverage conditions
Check evacuation, road-accident and natural-disaster coverage. Plan access to a larger medical center for complex treatment.
Detailed guide and sourcesFamily & children
Schools, housing and everyday needs
Check school accreditation, language and distance. International schools and medical facilities may be far from an attractive villa.
Detailed guide and sourcesTransport & infrastructure
Local licences, cars, motorcycles and children's activities
DAILY LIFE
Not a holiday. An ordinary Tuesday.
A promenade for walking
Sanur has a beachfront pedestrian path. From April 2023 the city designated it for walkers and non-motorised bicycles, excluding electric bicycles. This describes a specific promenade, not every street in Bali.
Pavements and shuttles
The February 2026 low-emission zone announcement describes pavement and lighting improvements and 12 electric shuttles. It does not establish an uninterrupted stroller route from every home to school.
Schools and activities: questions to ask
Infrastructure near home
Before renting, request the school transport route, paediatric urgent-care address and nearby activities. Our directory does not yet establish walkability for individual rental addresses.
Activities by age and language
0–3: parent-and-child playgroups. 4–6: swimming, music, motor skills. 7–12: team sport, arts, robotics. Teens: sports, language and social clubs. These are search ideas, not confirmed vacancies.
What to ask an activity provider
Teaching language, age/height rules, trial lesson, group size, subscription and joining fee, holidays, equipment, supervision and travel. Enter household activity costs separately in the calculator.
Children’s venues in Sanur, Bali: the directory is not available yet.
Driving licences
CarMotorcycle / scooter
Traffic changes the neighborhood decision. Test school-run travel times at rush hour; a scooter with a child should not be the default.
The licence exchange process has not been verified yet. A car licence does not confer motorcycle entitlement.
Laws & documents
Status conditions and what to arrange before departure
Short visits and limited-stay residence are different pathways. For a remote-worker status, verify foreign-employer and income requirements.
Detailed guide and sourcesDocuments and power of attorney before departureCities
Sanur, Bali · Ubud, Bali
Choose a city, not a country average. Climate, surroundings and household budgets differ.
Sanur, Bali
Bali coast · Indian Ocean
A coastal part of Bali by the Indian Ocean; Sanur is not the whole island.
Climate, surroundings and family budget
Ubud, Bali
Ocean requires a trip
Green surroundings and a busy center inland on Bali; the ocean is a separate destination.
Climate, surroundings and family budgetPractical tips
Preparation and everyday decisions
Rule updates
Visas and expat life: date, source and next action
Sources checked: 2026-09-12. An editorial selection, not automatic monitoring of all legislation.
Seven calendar days through 2026-09-12 · by primary-source publication or update date. Newly published verified records reload every five minutes; sourcing and review are currently editorial.
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Sources & data coverage
Original sources
Conditions depend on citizenship, pathway and date. Budgets are editable examples, not market statistics. This summary is not a substitute for individual legal and tax review.
Practical answers before moving
Indonesia: what goes into a family living budget?
Example for two adults and a seven-year-old: a two-bedroom rental, private school and public transport. These are editorial assumptions, not verified prices. Deposits, relocation, vehicle purchase and taxes are excluded.
- Sanur, Bali: 4,323 USD/month: housing 1,173 USD, groceries 754 USD, utilities 143 USD, education 850 USD. The remainder covers transport, insurance, leisure and reserve.
- Ubud, Bali: 4,098 USD/month: housing 1,076 USD, groceries 702 USD, utilities 137 USD, education 800 USD. The remainder covers transport, insurance, leisure and reserve.
Which cities should I compare before moving?
Lifestyle appeal depends on the neighborhood: traffic, school and healthcare matter more than the view.
- Sanur, Bali: A coastal part of Bali by the Indian Ocean; Sanur is not the whole island.
- Ubud, Bali: Green surroundings and a busy center inland on Bali; the ocean is a separate destination.
Where should residence planning start?
Short visits and limited-stay residence are different pathways. For a remote-worker status, verify foreign-employer and income requirements.
What should families with children consider in this country?
Check school accreditation, language and distance. International schools and medical facilities may be far from an attractive villa.
Country sources and recorded review dates · Methodology and limitations