Social Visa B211 Bali

The Social Visa B211A — officially known as the Visa Tinggal Sementara (Limited Stay Visa) for social/cultural purposes — is Bali's most versatile long-stay visa. Unlike the VOA which limits you to 60 days, the B211A offers an initial 60-day stay that can be extended up to three times, giving you a maximum continuous stay of 180 days (approximately 6 months) in Indonesia.

The B211A has become the go-to visa for digital nomads, retirees exploring Bali before committing to a KITAS, language students, volunteers, and long-term tourists who want more than a quick holiday. It bridges the gap between the short-stay tourist visa and the commitment of a residency permit.

Since the regulations updated in 2025, the B211A application process has been streamlined through the Molina online portal, but it still requires an Indonesian sponsor — this is where agencies like Bali Immigration become essential, as we provide the sponsorship and handle the entire application process.

To apply for a B211A social visa, you need: a passport valid for at least 12 months from the date of application (stricter than the 6-month VOA requirement), a passport-sized photo with white background, a completed visa application form, a sponsor letter from an Indonesian citizen or registered entity, proof of sufficient funds (bank statement showing minimum IDR 25,000,000 or equivalent), and proof of accommodation in Indonesia.

The sponsor requirement is the main hurdle for most applicants. An Indonesian sponsor must provide their KTP (Indonesian ID card), a sponsor letter stating the purpose of your visit and their relationship to you, and take responsibility for your stay in Indonesia. Our agency provides full sponsorship as part of our B211 service package, eliminating this requirement entirely.

The B211A can be extended 3 times, each extension adding 60 days to your stay. Here's the typical timeline for a full 180-day stay:

Each extension costs approximately IDR 2,500,000-3,000,000 through our agency (including government fees). The total cost for a full 180-day stay on a B211A, including the initial visa and all extensions, ranges from IDR 12,000,000-15,000,000. Compare this with the Digital Nomad Visa or the complete guide to staying long-term in Bali.