Bali, often referred to as the ‘Island of the Gods’, is a dream destination for retirees. With its many beaches, lush natural scenery and rich culture, Bali offers an idyllic setting in which to retire.
One of the main advantages of Bali is the relatively low cost of living. Compared with many Western countries, accommodation, food and healthcare costs are much more affordable. Retired people can live comfortably on a moderate budget, while benefiting from high-quality services.
Among the most sought-after services, home help is number one, at an unbeatable price. The incomparably friendly Balinese staff will also help you to make rapid progress in Bahasa, Indonesia’s common language.
What’s more, the cuisine is clearly one of Bali ‘s strong points, with delicious and varied local dishes as well as restaurants from all over the world.
Here again, prices are particularly competitive, with local and Western restaurants offering lunch and dinner for between five and ten euros.
Added to this is a unique tropical climate, as Bali is spared the cyclones and typhoons seen on many islands. The rainy season, which really lasts through December and January, generally gives way to a few clear days, and temperatures are very pleasant all year round, encouraging an active and healthy daily life.
There are plenty of activities to get you out and about, including yoga, scuba diving, hiking, paddle tennis, pottery classes, cookery classes, meditation workshops…
And with over 17,000 islands (of which around 3,000 are inhabited), as well as an extremely well-connected international airport, Bali offers a multitude of dream trips within a three/four hour flight.
Finally, Bali offers access to high-quality healthcare. Many private hospitals and clinics are available, with competent doctors who are often trained abroad.
The cost of healthcare is also lower than in many developed countries, and there are a number of private health insurances offering full cover. With some insurances, cover can even be extended throughout the ASEAN zone and beyond.
These are just some of the reasons why Bali is such an attractive place to retire.
That’s why the Indonesian government has introduced a dedicated visa for retirees, with the following main criteria:
Once all the documents have been collected, our team can submit the visa application to the immigration authorities. The processing time can be several weeks, which is why it’s important to plan ahead.
The duration of the visa is one year, renewable, and there is no limit to the number of times it can be renewed.
