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Study in Bali

This guide explains student life in Bali, Indonesia, including Tropical, warm and humid year-round with a distinct wet season from November to March., Student Visa (Index C316) guidance, 21 universities. Explore verified details for Indonesia below.

Bali, Indonesia
Bali, Indonesia — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Climate
Tropical, warm and humid year-round with a distinct wet season from November to March.
Safety score
65/100
English friendliness
75%
Student visa
Student Visa (Index C316)
Work while studying
International students on a student visa are strictly prohibited from working or earning an income in Indonesia.

Potential advantages

  • Highly affordable cost of living compared to Western student cities
  • Rich cultural heritage and beautiful natural environment
  • Vibrant international student and expat community
  • Tropical climate with access to world-class beaches and nature

Considerations

  • Heavy traffic and heavy reliance on scooters for daily transport
  • Limited public transportation infrastructure
  • High humidity and a heavy rainy season
  • Bureaucratic visa and administrative processes

Student housing in Bali

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Bali, Indonesia. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Bali

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Bali universities do not publish monthly student budgets. Following instructions, figures reflect the Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration's official proof of living expenses requirement of USD 2,000 for visa applications, presented here as a lump-sum general requirement rather than a monthly student-residence budget. Figures apply to 2024.

Figures for Bali are partly taken from the official sources listed below and partly researched estimates, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2024. Last reviewed September 2026.

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