Bali continues to welcome millions of international visitors every year, but with this growing influx, Indonesia is strengthening its immigration services. One of the most significant developments in 2025 is the opening of two new immigration offices in key tourism areas. These offices aim to improve service quality, reduce long queues, and increase oversight of foreign activities in the region.
Below is a complete breakdown of what this means for tourists, expats, and business owners in Bali.
Why New Immigration Offices Were Opened
The rise in long-stay tourists, digital nomads, and foreign business owners created overwhelming demand at existing immigration offices such as:
- Denpasar Immigration Office
- Ngurah Rai Immigration Office
- Singaraja Immigration Office
High traffic meant long processing times, crowded waiting areas, and delays in visa extension services. At the same time, the Indonesian government needed more presence in areas with high tourist populations to monitor compliance with visa rules.
Where the New Immigration Offices Are Located
Two new offices were strategically opened in tourism-dense districts, making immigration services easier to access:
1. Tabanan Immigration Service Point
Located near major tourist hotspots like:
- Canggu
- Pererenan
- Kedungu
- Tanah Lot
This office helps reduce the strain on Denpasar’s Immigration Office, especially for visitors staying on the west coast.
2. Klungkung Immigration Service Point
Serving eastern and central Bali including:
- Ubud
- Sidemen
- Nusa Penida
- Sanur area overflow
This is particularly beneficial for expats and business operators in Ubud, who previously had to travel long distances for simple immigration tasks.
Services Provided by the New Offices
The new service points offer the most in-demand immigration services, including:
1. Visa Extensions
- Visa on Arrival (VoA) extensions
- Visit visa extensions (B1, B2, B211A)
- Social/Family visit visa extensions
2. Biometric Data Collection
Mandatory face photos and fingerprints for:
- Visa renewal
- New stay permit applications (KITAS/KITAP)
3. Document Submission & Pick-Up
Applicants can now submit and collect documents locally rather than traveling to Denpasar.
4. Reporting & Monitoring
Foreigners with:
- New addresses
- Business activities
- Local partnerships
- Long-term stays
…can report to immigration as required by law.
Who Benefits the Most
Tourists
Tourists extending their Visa on Arrival (VoA) will experience:
- Shorter queues
- Faster processing
- Easier access from popular tourism zones like Canggu or Ubud
This reduces the risk of overstay fines, which are now IDR 1,000,000 per day.
Expats / Digital Nomads
Those applying for:
- KITAS
- Investor visas
- Family visas
- Social visit visas
…will save time and avoid unnecessary travel to Denpasar or Ngurah Rai.
Business Owners
Foreign-owned businesses (especially in the hospitality, wellness, and tourism industries) benefit from:
- Easier compliance
- Faster processing for investor permits
- Local support for legal structures like PMA
Why This Matters: Stronger Oversight in Tourist Zones
These new offices are not only about convenience—they also play a role in monitoring and regulating foreigner activities, including:
- Illegal work
- Unlicensed businesses
- Misuse of visas
- Overstay cases
With a local immigration presence:
- Enforcement becomes quicker
- Spot checks are easier
- Legal violations can be acted on immediately
Foreigners engaged in business or long-term stays should ensure full compliance with visa and permit regulations.
How This Change Affects You
If You’re a Tourist
You can now extend your visa in a less crowded office closer to your accommodation.
If You’re an Expat
Expect:
- Faster appointments
- Easier biometric processing
- Clearer procedures
If You Run a Business
With increased monitoring, having the correct permits (especially for PMA companies) is now more important than ever.
Final Takeaway
The addition of these immigration offices marks a significant upgrade for Bali’s administrative system. It makes visa-related services more accessible, speeds up processing, and supports better governance. As Bali continues to grow as a global tourism and business hub, these improvements reflect Indonesia’s commitment to both service quality and legal enforcement.
Kantor Imigrasi Tabanan (Tabanan)
- Address: Jl. Arjuna 2, Delod Peken, Kec. Tabanan, Kabupaten Tabanan, Bali 82121, Indonesia. i
- Telephone: (021) 63820549
- Service hours reportedly: Monday-Sunday 07:00–21:00
Kantor Imigrasi Klungkung (Klungkung)
- Address: Jl. Kecubung, Semarapura Kelod, Kec. Klungkung, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80711, Indonesia.
- Telephone: (021) 4195 7208
- Email: klungkung@imigrasi.com
