Working in Bali means good money and good rest. Therefore, some people are trying to gain a foothold here forever. To do this, they look for work in local firms or work remotely.
Economic situation
In the ranking of the development of the world economy in terms of GDP, Bali was ranked 52nd in 2019. The unemployment rate on the island is 8,7%... And the average wage is 8,000,000 Indonesian rupiah (36,000 rubles).
There are several types of taxes in the country:
- income;
- VAT;
- to land and buildings;
- on vehicles.
Advantages of working in Bali:
- the possibility of legal employment;
- opening bank accounts in the country;
- discounts on medical care.
But there is also a significant drawback - low earnings compared to rental prices.
Competition for jobs with the local population is quite tough. To withstand it, a person is required to have really useful skills and abilities. Workers from Russia and Ukraine are most in demand in the tourism industry.
In-demand professions
The most demanded professions in 2021 in Bali are in the following industries:
- automotive industry;
- tourism;
- banking sector;
- logistics;
- advertising;
- Information Technology.
Some of the highest paying professions are those related to the restaurant and tourism business, as Bali is an island with a lot of tourist traffic. The prices on the island are not the highest, and the beauty and the ocean are very attractive for tourists.
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Popular jobs in Bali in 2021 are:
- surf instructors;
- surf camp animators;
- hotel administrator;
- screenwriters;
- workers on strawberry farms;
- guides;
- doctors.
Salary level
According to statistics, the average salary in Bali is $ 600 excluding taxes.
| Profession | Salary in foreign currency | Salary in rubles |
| Cook | 650 dollars | 46,000 rubles |
| Hotel administrator | 1000 dollars | 60,000 rubles |
| Doctor | 700 dollars | 42,000 rubles |
| Surf instructor | 900 dollars | 54,000 rubles |
| Yoga instructor | 550 dollars | 33,000 rubles |
| English teacher | 1100 dollars | 66,000 rubles |
| Diving instructor | 800 dollars | 49,000 rubles |
Search for vacancies without intermediaries
People look for work in Bali in different ways. For example, they use special sites to solve a problem and send their resumes to the companies they like. Or people are trying to find a job through friends who already live on the island.
Popular job search sites
There are the following sites for job search:
- https://www.jobstreet.co.id/;
- https://id.jobsdb.com/id;
- https://www.bestjobsindonesia.com/.
Specialized agencies
You can speed up the job search process by contacting special agencies. In this case, everything will be much faster, because the employees themselves are interested in employing a citizen. The best agency is considered to be a British recruiting company. JAC Recruitment - www.jac-recruitment.co.id.
Employment types
In most cases, no specific skills are required from the applicant. Only good learning is important. But even in temporary and seasonal work, you can earn good money.
Work without knowing the language
Without knowing the language, you can get a job in Bali in several places:
- in Russian companies, IT specialties are especially valued;
- a tour guide who knows the area well and can make an interesting excursion for Russian-speaking tourists.
Also, knowledge of the local language is usually not required in IT firms. It will be enough to speak English fluently.
Seasonal work
A Russian or Ukrainian will make a lot of money in Bali during the high season - mostly in the winter months. But at other times you can work productively.
The profession of a hotel administrator is very popular. In addition, many work as private photographers.
Temporary job
For a part-time job, you will have to improve your knowledge of the English language. You can temporarily get a job in the following specialties:
| Profession | Salary in foreign currency | Salary in rubles |
| Housekeeper | 800 dollars | 48,000 rubles |
| Promoter | 350 dollars | 21,000 rubles |
| Bartender | 600 dollars | 36,000 rubles |
| Guide | 700 dollars | 42,000 rubles |
Other vacancies
In addition to the options listed above, people come to Bali to work on a rotational basis for various vacancies. Contract work is also provided. It is concluded for a certain period (most often - for 1 year or more).
Freelance is also common among Russian-speaking tourists on the island.
Official employment procedure
There are high fines for illegal work in Bali. Therefore, people start looking for formal employment opportunities. To do this, you need to obtain a "Temporary Work Permit".
Priority of actions
For residents of Russia and the CIS, the company prepares a work permit in advance. The procedure is as follows:
- The employer concludes a contract with the future employee.
- An employment contract is drawn up.
- The director of the company writes a cover letter for the employee, which indicates the type of employment, the duties of the employee, etc.
Types of work permits
To work legally in Bali, you need to apply for a KITAS Working Visa. The document looks like this:
The visa is issued for 1 year, its cost - 1200 dollars... Previously, a visa was given to all future employees for 5 years.
This is now only possible for two categories:
- directors of companies that attract foreign capital;
- specialized workers with professional education and work experience of at least 5 years.
Categories that do not require a work permit
The only people who don't need a work permit are freelancers. The rest of the categories will have to fork out for KITAS.
List of main documents
A job candidate must collect the following documents:
- 6 photos 2x3, 3x4 and 4x6 cm;
- the letterhead of the company he plans to work for;
- letter of invitation signed by the manager and stamped;
- a photocopy of medical insurance for a period of 1 year;
- a copy of the ID of the head of the company;
- certificate from the legal department;
- proof of a residence permit called Telex;
- a copy of the company's charter;
- CV completed in English;
- international passport.
Registration of a work visa
You can apply for a KITAS at any Indonesian embassy. The main basis for its registration is a letter of guarantee from the company that invites the candidate to work. It indicates his data and the legal basis for the work of the company, as well as a signature with a seal from the head. It can be personally arranged by the direct employer himself.
Selection criteria for candidates
When finding a job in Bali, employers first of all look at what a potential candidate can do.
It will be great if he:
- speaks foreign languages at a conversational level;
- has a higher education;
- never been tried;
- learns quickly and integrates into the team.
Work visa extension
A work visa is given for 1 year. To renew it, you need to go to the immigration department in Jakarta. Here the question of how long an employee can apply for a new visa will be decided.
The following documents are required:
- the passport;
- copies of all statutory documents;
- DPKK payment receipt;
- copy of the work permit.
Documents must be submitted 2 months before the expiry date of the visa.
Business immigration
Such immigration is possible if a person plans to start his own business. To do this, you need to perform several basic steps:
- Select a nominee director from local residents. It will not work in another way, this is the legislation of Bali.
- Choose the type of company. Among them - CV (similar to a small business in Russia), PT (a license for several types of business appears), PMA (suitable for large companies).
- Rent an office with IBM. But in this case, you will have to pay immediately for the year.
Business registration cost starts from $ 2,000.
Features of internship in the country
In most cases, many companies provide internship housing.
Popular destinations:
- Volunteering. Help is needed by both nature and animals, as well as the elderly and orphans. In Bali, you can go for an internship, for example, from the UN Children's Fund or participate in a charity project Hope.
- Biology... Internships in biology and ecology usually take place in volunteer companies, research institutes and in national parks.
- Healthcare. Bali has an acute shortage of highly qualified doctors. For example, there are only 3 medical workers for every 10,000 people.
Consequences for attempting an illegal job placement
Most foreigners, despite the prohibitions, work illegally in Bali. For unknown reasons, they are not afraid of potential problems.
But if caught by the migration service, then the person faces a fine of several thousand dollars. Plus, deportation threatens. An entry ban for 2 years is also possible.
It can be difficult to find work in Bali, but it is still possible to find a job. The main thing is to have several backup options and to be constantly on the move in order to gain a foothold on this island for a long time.
