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Indonesia
Bali and beyond: minimal cost of living, maximum lifestyle
Non-EUDigital Nomad Visa
Indonesia, and Bali in particular, has become a global hub for Digital Nomads. Very low cost of living, exceptional lifestyle, and a dynamic international community.
Key figures
Studio rent
300-600 €
Monthly budget
800-1 500 €
Tax
5%-35%
Flight from Paris
16h
Avg. temperature
27°C
Language
Indonesian
Time zone
Paris +6h
Population
277M
Indicators
Cost of living
9
Tax burden
6
Quality of life
7
Safety
6
Healthcare
4
Climate
7
Infrastructure
4
Expat community
8
Visa access
5
English
4
Comparison with France
| France | Indonesia | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | 2 000-3 000 € | 800-1 500 € | |
| Studio rent | 900-1 400 € | 300-600 € | |
| Healthcare | 9/10 | 4/10 | |
| Distance from Paris | - | 16h de vol |
Advantages
- •Very low cost of living (-65% vs France)
- •Bali: exceptional lifestyle for Digital Nomads
- •Very active international community
- •Tropical climate year-round
- •Second Home Visa: 5-10 years for investors
Points of attention
- •Geographic distance (16h flight)
- •Limited healthcare system (private insurance essential)
- •Complex visa for long stays
- •Uneven infrastructure outside major cities and Bali
Visa
Tourist visa: 30 days (extendable). KITAS (temporary visa) via social or business visa. Second Home Visa: 5-10 years for investors. Digital Nomad Visa (B211A) for remote workers.
Taxation
Progressive income tax from 5% to 35%. Evolving territorial regime. Tax residents are taxed on worldwide income.
Cost of living
Monthly solo budget: €800-1,500 in Bali, €600-1,000 in Jakarta. Studio rent: €300-600.
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