Moving to
Indonesia
The real numbers for Indonesia: take-home pay after tax, the true cost of living in Bali, and how expats and nomads get a visa.
Take-home pay
Net salary in Indonesia after income tax and social security:
Progressive PPh (USD-converted bands) + small BPJS contributions.
Cost of living · Bali
Visa
E33G remote-worker KITAS needs ~$60k/yr income; tax-free on foreign income for 1 year.
Typical income requirement: $5,000/month.
Generally safe — usual traveller caution applies.
Dial 112 · police 110 for police, ambulance or fire.
Get paid in your home currency, spend in IDR, skip the ~3% bank markup.
Nomad-friendly cover that works from day one — most visas require it.
Moving to Indonesia — FAQ
Is there income tax in Indonesia?
Yes. Indonesia taxes income on progressive brackets. On a $60,000 salary the effective rate is about 27.2%, leaving roughly $43,710.
Can digital nomads get a visa for Indonesia?
Yes — E33G remote-worker KITAS needs ~$60k/yr income; tax-free on foreign income for 1 year.
How much does it cost to live in Bali?
A single person needs roughly $1,300/month in Bali, and a family around $2,900/month, all-in.