Bali has long been a top destination for digital nomads with its superb blend of natural landscape alongside more urban features like virtual offices, fast internet available everywhere and networking opportunities. Achieving the work life balance is easy in Bali – surroundings are tranquil and lush with rich cultural heritage, beaches, mountains, waterfalls and paddyfields. This idyllic location has everything you need to enhance your remote working experience.
In an effort to boost the island’s economy post-pandemic, the Indonesian government launched its ‘Work from Bali’ programme on July 1 for 8,000 Jakarta-based civil servants. The initiative is aimed at boosting the island’s tourism-dependent economy by encouraging the private sector to follow suit.
Bali’s vaccination rate was at 65% as of 10 October 2021.
Since work-from-home has proved effective for many companies, remote working from Bali could be a wonderful opportunity to extend to employees post-pandemic. Do people really need to be tied to a location to be productive? The work-from-anywhere future offers some notable benefits to companies with a potential increase in employee productivity and morale being one of them.
Yes, if you have any of the below e-visas or permits:
Price for e-Visas vary according to type and start at $250. For tourism visas, the service of a travel agent is required to act as your guarantor and submit applications on your behalf to the Director General of Immigration. Visitor visas B211A, B211B and B211C are accepted for emergency and essential work, business meetings, humanitarian aid work and other purposes.
Deciding which visa is best can be challenging and it is advised that you engage the service of a reputable travel agent. Refer to this Welcome Back to Bali website by the Bali Hotel Association for the latest updates and requirements.
Your e-visa is approved and your flight ticket to Bali is booked! But there are some additional requirements to be mindful of before you depart:
Congratulations, you are now at the most exciting part of your journey! Bali has so much to offer those seeking to work from home in a very attractive location. It is home to some of the most gorgeous Balinese villas and homestays, and its people are kind and welcoming.
The island offers a wide variation of locations and landscapes to choose from. We have picked out 5 villas from different locations across Bali – so there is bound to be something that fits your taste and work-from-home needs. All the following villas are from Agoda’s long stay selection.
Canggu is situated on the south coast and is a small, attractive and relaxed town, surrounded by terraced rice paddies. Canggu is popular as it is quiet and best known for its great beaches and rolling surf. There are three districts in the town and plenty of good restaurants and coffee shops. If you are seeking healthy food alternatives, Canggu is the place to be.
Villa La Vita is situated in Batu Bolong, just 500 metres from the beach. It is a brand new, air-conditioned villa with three spacious bedrooms, a kitchen with dining area and bathroom with walk-in shower. Outside there is a private pool. The villa has cable TV and High speed Wi-Fi 20MBPS and is ideal for a team of three people.
Seminyak is an upmarket, chic and cosmopolitan area where most expats in Bali live. There are plenty of restaurants, bars and nightclubs within easy reach.
The Seminyak Suite by Astadala is in a complex of 17 contemporarily styled villas that is situated down a quiet, secluded lane – just a few minutes walk from the shopping and restaurant district.
This well-equipped villa is ideal for a team of three persons as it is spacious with three air-conditioned bedrooms and a large living area. If you are looking for a space for a team project, this villa may be a good choice. There is a kitchenette and outdoor dining area in the private garden. This villa also has an 8 X 4 metre pool. There is excellent Wi-Fi and an IDD telephone.
Situated in the south of the island, close to Legian and Kuta beaches and just 20 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport, this modern, five star hotel is perfect for international business meetings. Kuta is popular for surfing, shopping and clubbing. The Pullman Bali Legian Beach is a great choice for those seeking to work remotely in Bali and also for international corporate conferences and seminars.
The hotel has 365 attractive rooms and suites with high speed internet and Wi-Fi. It offers excellent conference facilities with five separate meeting rooms for up to 350 delegates. While you can’t have large-scale gatherings during COVID-19, this is a good choice with full-fledged facilities for small team meetings.
The hotel has an excellent business centre and offers fax and copier facilities and administrative services. There is an ATM/ bank in the hotel and concierge service.
The hotel stands within two kilometres of good shopping including the Discovery Mall, numerous restaurants and Kuta Art Market. There are good leisure facilities in the hotel including two lagoon pools, beach surfing lessons and the Tjaka Spa and fitness centre.
Ubud is situated in the uplands of Bali and is the cultural, holistic and artistic heart of the island. It is a colourful treasure trove of Hindi temples and shrines, magnificent palaces and famous landscapes including the Tellangrice paddy terraces.
The Mahanidhi villas offer the ideal setting for remote working. The villas have two bedrooms, each with flat screen TV, plus en suite bathroom with bath and shower. Outside, there is a private pool surrounded by leafy plants and beautiful Balinese statues. The whole complex has excellent free high speed internet (Wi-Fi)
Nusa Dua means ‘two islands’ but in reality, these are two headlands- each topped by a temple. Nusa Dua is the upscale part of Bali, known for its stunning beaches, beautiful natural wildlife and relaxing ambiance. There are temples like Pura Gegor and Puja Mandala to explore and boat trips to Serangen – ‘Turtle Island’ – which contrast sharply with luxury shops in the Bali Collection.
The Hilton Bali Resort stands on a clifftop overlooking a secluded beach and the blue waters of the Indian Ocean. The hotel has 420 guest rooms and offers business travellers excellent conference facilities with 32 meeting rooms, a business centre, concierge and excellent Wi-Fi.
The hotel is also an excellent choice for digital nomads. The hotel has four interconnecting pools, a gym, tennis courts and spa. The hotel is well known for its excellent restaurants which showcase Balinese, Italian, Japanese and European cuisines.
Business travel is changing and TruTrip is ready to take you places. Are you looking for a travel management solution that makes travel simpler? Book a demo with us to find out about what we offer, or sign up for a free trial (no credit card required) to have a look around.
TruTrip streamlines booking, management, and reporting for hassle-free business trips.