No hidden fees. Price includes all document preparation, processing, and sponsorship.
If you are already in Bali and want to stay longer, a visa extension is your solution. My Visa Solution handles visa extensions for all extendable visa types in Indonesia, taking the hassle of immigration office visits, paperwork, and bureaucratic processes off your hands so you can spend your time enjoying Bali rather than waiting in government offices.
Indonesia’s visa extension system allows holders of certain visa types to extend their stay in 30-day increments without leaving the country. The specific rules depend on your current visa type. Visa on Arrival (VOA/e-VOA) holders can extend once for 30 days, giving a maximum stay of 60 days. Tourist Visa B1/B2 holders can extend multiple times (up to four extensions), reaching a maximum of 180 days. Social/Cultural Visa C1 holders can extend multiple times for a maximum of 180 days as well.
The extension process involves submitting an application to the local immigration office (Kantor Imigrasi) before your current stay period expires. This is critical — you must apply before your visa expires, not after. Overstaying even by one day results in penalties. MVS recommends starting the extension process at least 7-10 days before your current period ends.
The costs are straightforward. The government fee for a standard extension is approximately IDR 500,000 (around $35 USD) for a VOA extension, and varies for other visa types. MVS charges a service fee starting at $50 to handle the entire process. This includes document preparation, immigration office submission, biometric appointments (if required), follow-up, and delivery of your extended visa stamp.
One of the biggest advantages of using MVS for extensions is that we minimize your visits to the immigration office. In many cases, we can reduce your personal appearance to a single brief visit (or none at all for certain visa types), while we handle multiple trips on your behalf. The Denpasar immigration office can be crowded and time-consuming, especially during peak tourist season, so having an agent manage the process saves significant time and frustration.
For those who find themselves wanting to stay much longer than their current visa allows, MVS can also advise on converting to a longer-term visa. For example, if you entered on a VOA and now want to stay for six months, we can discuss switching to a Tourist Visa or Social/Cultural Visa rather than simply extending. We always aim to find the most practical and cost-effective solution for your situation.
MVS processes hundreds of visa extensions every month in Bali. Our team knows the immigration staff, understands the current processing timelines, and can navigate any complications that arise. From straightforward VOA extensions to complex multi-extension schedules, we ensure your legal status in Indonesia remains uninterrupted.
Visa extension services are for anyone currently in Indonesia on an extendable visa who wants to stay longer. This is one of the most universally needed immigration services in Bali, as countless travelers arrive planning a short stay only to fall in love with the island and want more time.
The most common extension clients are VOA holders who want 30 more days. You arrived for a short holiday, and now you want a full 60 days. This is the single most popular extension request in Bali, and MVS processes it quickly and affordably.
Tourist Visa holders extending for the second, third, or fourth time are also frequent clients. Managing multiple sequential extensions requires tracking deadlines, scheduling immigration visits, and ensuring each extension is filed correctly and on time. MVS takes over this administrative burden completely.
Social/Cultural Visa holders in the middle of study programs, cultural exchanges, or extended family visits often need multiple extensions throughout their stay. MVS maintains a schedule and proactively contacts you before each deadline.
Long-term residents on any extendable visa who do not want to deal with immigration paperwork benefit from MVS extension services. Many of our clients set up a standing arrangement where we handle every extension for the duration of their stay.
Last-minute travelers who realized their visa is about to expire need immediate assistance. If your visa expires in the next few days, contact MVS urgently — we can often fast-track the process, though starting early is always better.
If your visa has already expired, contact MVS immediately. While overstay penalties apply, we can help you navigate the process of paying fines and regularizing your status. Do not simply ignore an expired visa, as this can lead to detention and deportation.
Common requirements include:
Note: Specific requirements may vary. Contact us for your personalized checklist.
No hidden fees. Price includes all document preparation, processing, and sponsorship.
Start the process 7-10 days before your current visa period expires. This gives enough time for processing without risking an overstay. Contact MVS even earlier if you are extending during peak season (July-August, December-January) when immigration offices are busier.
Overstaying results in a fine of IDR 1,000,000 (approximately $60 USD) per day, up to a maximum of 60 days. Beyond 60 days of overstay, you face detention and deportation with a potential re-entry ban. Contact MVS immediately if you have overstayed — we can help you pay the fine and regularize your status.
In most cases, MVS can minimize your personal appearances. For some extension types, you may need to visit once for biometrics (fingerprinting and photo). For others, we can handle everything without you visiting at all. We will let you know exactly what is required for your specific situation.
Typically 3-7 business days. During this time, you should stay in the local area and avoid activities that require your passport (such as domestic flights or hotel check-ins). If you have upcoming domestic travel, let MVS know so we can time the extension accordingly.
No. The VOA (including e-VOA) can only be extended once for 30 additional days, giving a maximum stay of 60 days. If you want to stay longer, you need to either exit Indonesia and re-enter with a new visa, or convert to a Tourist Visa or Social/Cultural Visa while still in the country. MVS can advise on the best option.
Yes. Extending your visa does not obligate you to stay for the full extension period. You can depart Indonesia at any time. However, note that unused extension time is not refundable, and if your visa is single-entry, leaving cancels it regardless of remaining time.
Extending means adding 30 more days to your existing visa type. Converting means switching to a different visa category entirely (for example, converting a VOA to a Tourist Visa). Conversions are more complex and not available for all visa types, but they can give you significantly more time in Indonesia. MVS advises on whether extension or conversion is the better option for your situation.
Technically, yes — you can visit the immigration office yourself, fill out the forms, pay the fees, and wait in line. However, the process can be time-consuming and frustrating, especially if there are language barriers or if the office is busy. Most travelers in Bali use an agent like MVS because the time saved and stress avoided are well worth the modest service fee.
Contact us today for a free consultation. Our experts handle everything so you can focus on enjoying Bali.
