Retirement KITAS (E33F) — Live in Bali Long-Term

The Retirement KITAS (E33F) is Indonesia's dedicated annual residency permit for foreigners aged 55 and above who want to live in Bali long-term. It allows unlimited entries and exits, does not permit paid work, and is the essential first step towards permanent residency (KITAP) after 3 years.

Go Bali Visa Agency acts as your official licensed sponsor — we manage all paperwork, government submissions, sponsor obligations and follow-up so you can focus on enjoying Bali.

Requirements

• Age 55 or above
• Passport valid for at least 18 months
• Proof of monthly pension or retirement income of at least USD 1,500–3,000 per month from overseas sources
• International health insurance with a minimum of IDR 25,000,000 (~USD 1,600) annual coverage including hospitalisation and liability — basic travel insurance is not accepted
• Lease agreement for accommodation in Indonesia for a minimum of 1 year
• Commitment to employ at least one Indonesian household worker (driver, housekeeper or gardener)
• Personal bank statement from the last 3 months showing a minimum balance of USD 2,000
• Recent colour photograph

Validity & Renewal

• Valid for 1 year, renewable annually for up to 5 years
• After 3 consecutive years you become eligible to apply for a Retirement KITAP (permanent residency)
• Renewal must be initiated 1–3 months before expiry

What You Cannot Do

• The Retirement KITAS does not permit any form of paid employment in Indonesia
• You must maintain your accommodation lease and household staff employment throughout the permit period

Pathway to Permanent Residency

After holding a Retirement KITAS for 3 consecutive years, you are eligible to apply for a Retirement KITAP — Indonesia's permanent stay permit, valid for 5 years and indefinitely renewable. We offer this as a separate service.