This Tropical Destination Is One of the Best Places to Retire for Affordability, Relaxing Beaches, and Natural Beauty

""Bali continues to be a popular destination for retirees seeking a rich cultural experience paired with stunning natural beauty," The report said. "Known for its lush landscapes and affordable cost of living, Bali offers a balance of relaxation and exploration. The island provides a range of health care options, from local clinics to international hospitals, ensuring retirees have access to quality medical care.""

"Bali makes for a fantastic retirement destination as it has a much lower cost of living compared to the United States, helping your dollar stretch further when you're not working. It also offers an array of living options, including everything from lively beach towns to quiet villages, so everyone can find the speed they're after. Not to mention, Bali is home to a vibrant culture that values great food, spending time together, and festivals galore."

"There are, however, a few essential visa requirements everyone should be aware of before booking their ticket to retirement. The basic requirement for Indonesia's Retirement Visa (aka the E33F visa) is that the person must be 55 years or older, show a bank account statement with at least a $2,000 balance, and have proof of income amounting to at least $3,000 per month. There's also the (very cheeky) "Silver Hair" visa (aka the E33E visa), which requires the person to be aged 60 years or older and "deposit funds in an account in his/her own name worth at least U.S. $50,000 in a state-ow"

Bali offers lush landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and a lower cost of living compared with the United States, enabling retirement income to stretch further. The island provides healthcare options ranging from local clinics to international hospitals to support medical needs. Living choices span lively beach towns to quiet villages, accommodating varied lifestyle preferences. Cultural life emphasizes good food, communal time, and frequent festivals. Indonesia's Retirement Visa (E33F) requires applicants to be 55 or older, show a bank statement of at least $2,000, and prove monthly income of at least $3,000; an alternate E33E Silver Hair visa requires age 60+ and a $50,000 deposit.

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