A Guide to Live in Bali and Work Remotely

And going remote is not just it. It is all about living in a country where it feels like you're on vacation while still earning as much as you do or may be better. 

From your office cubicle to a café, dim tube lighting to natural sunlight, smoke from automobiles to the fresh salty air of the sea—yes, that’s the dream. 

And the ones who have done it are called digital nomads. 

However, there are only a few locations that actually support this digital nomad lifestyle. Indonesia, Germany, Portugal, and Spain are just to name a few.

So if you want to be one of the digital nomads, there are a few pointers you should keep in mind before packing your bags and moving out. 

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Can You Live in Bali and Work Remotely at the Same Time?

All digital nomads, specifically the ones that are influencers, paint Bali in such rose-tinted colours that it may seem like the easiest thing ever. 

However, the immigrant Bali visas, namely VOA and B211A, are a bit tricky to understand. The policies are changing over time and aim to support the digital nomad lifestyle in Bali.

With your visit visa, while you might not be able to work under Indonesian businesses, this would open up so many opportunities to work remotely and explore multiple skills.

You should have a remote job and a bank account holding the currency of your official job state.

Although it may seem like there are a few limitations, remember that your favorite digital nomads are still thriving and enjoying working remotely while vacationing.

So to answer your question: Yes, you can live in Bali. 

However, you will require a remote job to start from and also a place to rent.

Don't forget to arrange your insurance, and finally, make sure to have a bank account where you can save any non-Indonesian currency.

4 Places to Live in Bali as a Digital Nomad.

Now that you know that being a digital nomad is a possibility, here is some more good news. 

There are places—cities to be exact—that facilitate your stay in the most ideal way possible. 

These cities offer the highest number of coworking spaces in Bali, where you not only live but also work in the most efficient way possible. 

Are you wondering why I would need a coworking space to work? Can’t I just do it while lying down on the beach, as I see on those YouTube videos? 

Well, remember when we mentioned those rose-tinted glasses? 

Yes, there's no such thing as working on the beach or surfing with a laptop in your hand and attending those meetings. 

Why? It's simply not productive. 

You need a place where you can keep your head down and focus on your work for just a few hours to be the most productive self possible. 

This will let you not only complete your work fast but also the real Bali experience you have been yearning for. 

Coworking spaces offer a quiet, productive yet collaborative space for digital nomads like you.

You can work in an environment that is both feasible and fun and is designed to be as constructive as possible.

So here are a few of the most common cities that offer a few of the best coworking spaces in Bali.

Seminyak

If you’re looking for a beach resort area that has more of an uptown vibe of Bali, then Seminyak is the place for you. It has five-star hotels and cafes that are waiting, ready to serve you. 

You can enjoy surfing, sunbathing, and even luxury spas to give you the whole Bali package in one spot. 

Seminyak also offers quite affordable coworking spaces. One that stands out the most among others is the Biliq Seminyak Coworking Space Meeting Venue.  

Members love the quiet area that enables them to work without distraction and phone booths where they can make a video call in private. 

And don’t worry about missing out on the sun. They have a lush outdoor area complete with a dipping pool.

Location:

Jl. Yudistira No. 3a, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta, Kabupatén Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia

Amenities: 

Lounge area, standing desk, wi-fi, air conditioning.

Canguu

If you want to make your digital life all worthwhile, then Canggu should be the first on your list. 

It is a resort village in the heart of Bali, surrounded by terraced rice paddies with a view of strong ocean surf. It also offers high-end restaurants and bars. 

And don’t you miss out on the nightlife of the beachside town named Kuta!

While you enjoy the vacation at night, remember you have to do some work in the daytime. 

So among a few affordable coworking spaces in Bali, one that definitely stood out the most is the tropical nomad coworking space. 

A stylish and trendy workplace with a tropical ambiance gripping people's attention from the paved shortcut.

It is a great place for those seeking a balance between work, travel, and living life.

Location:

Jl. Subak Canggu No. 2, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupatén Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia 

Amenities: 

Lounge area, outdoor area, on-site cafe or kitchenette, work pods/cubicles, standing desk, wi-fi, air conditioning.

Ubud

If you're looking for an upland city in Bali that is enriched by the traditions, art, and culture of Indonesia, then Ubud is the right place to start your digital nomad journey. 

It is filled with raifnorests, terraced rice paddies, Hindu temples, shrines, and a few of the most ravishing landscapes. 

Working remotely from here would be a dream come true! 

Speaking of working remotely, Ubud has a few of the most striking coworking spaces in Bali. 

One of which stood out the most for us is the infamous Outpost Ubud Coworking. It offers cosy terraces or your own private Balinese bungalows. Wake up in true paradise in their Balinese-style jogs that allow for connection, comfort, and privacy. 

Location:

Nyuh Kuning Rd., MAS, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571, Indonesia 

Amenities: 

Lounge area, outdoor area, shared pool, kitchenette, tranquil Koi pond, weekly dinners and events, wi-fi, air conditioning.

Kuta

We briefly mentioned Kuta while talking about the coworking spaces in Canggu. However, Kuta is a place that needs a description of its own. 

Kuta is the most budget-friendly and lively area as compared to any other location on this list. It is loved by the surfers for its smooth and consistent waves. 

It’s one of the cheapest Bali destinations that has the most stunning sunsets and beach activities at night. 

Coming to the reason why you’re here, as Kuta is such a popular tourist attraction, it also has the coolest and most breathtaking coworking spaces available. 

One of which is Bali Bustle Mertanadi Co-working Co-living Space. It offers a collaborative space that provides an environment where you can connect with fellow nomads, exchange ideas, and foster meaningful relationships. 

This coworking space in Bali also offers communal coworking areas that you can customise to support your working needs.

Location:

Jl. Merta Nadi No. 23, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupatén Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia

Amenities: 

Lounge area, outdoor area, heating, ergonomic chairs, standing desk, wi-fi, air conditioning.

Conclusion

Bali is indeed heaven on earth for many digital nomads because it has so many stunning co-living facilities and vibrant coworking spaces like no other place. 

Be it the early morning hours in Ubud capturing the sun, parties in Kuta, or the upscale Seminyak, there is a nice place to work and relax for everyone. 

From tropical workspaces with amazing views to offering the services of a whole community of such members, everything exists to help achieve the work-life balance one yearns for.

Wish to take the plunge and enjoy your remote job in the island paradise of Bali? 

Make a move now! 

Reserve your coworking and coliving space with The Coworking Spaces today and embrace life as a digital nomad in a tropical paradise!