Home Blog Visas in Bali: How to Protect Yourself from Visa Scams and Fraudulent Visa Agents Immigration Services Visas in Bali: How to Protect Yourself from Visa Scams and Fraudulent Visa Agents InCorp Editorial Team 24 July 2019 4 minutes reading time Table of Contents Common Visa Scams in Bali Tips to Stay Away from Frauds for Visas in Bali Contact Cekindo’s Agents for Visas in Bali Relocating or migrating to Bali for whatever reason is a big decision to make in a person’s life. This decision can have a huge and permanent impact on your life and your career. Therefore, you certainly do not want to take this issue lightly, especially when it comes to your immigration process for visas in Bali. Due to the recent boom of tourism and the economy, visas in Bali applications are in high demand in the region. Hence, many visa agents are appearing in Bali. And the sad news is, not all of them are reliable and some are even downright scammers. Many tourists and foreign investors have been targeted by visa scams in Bali and these scammers always come up with new tricks to fool you. So what is the best defense? It is to get yourself familiar and updated with the latest immigration law in Bali. Cekindo has prepared some tips for you to stay one step ahead of scammers and to protect yourself as much as possible. Common Visa Scams in Bali Visa scams in Bali change every time and they come in all different styles. Here are some of the common visa scams you need to look out for in Bali. Phone and Email Scams These frauds often will ask money from you for your Bali visa application through phone or email. Keep this in mind: the immigration body in Indonesia will never ask for visa payment over the phone or email. Job Offers that Are Fake This is one of the most attractive and too-good-to-be-true scams targeted at foreigners. Foreigners who wish to work overseas with new experiences always fall into this trap. Scammers usually offer bogus migration sponsorships and employment opportunities in Bali. Once victims have submitted their personal information and identity to these scammers, these criminals will use the provided info to apply for loans or other illegal activities under a victim’s name. Want to start a business in Bali? Opening a coffee shop is a great idea. Request for Money Upfront Visa scammers will ask for money in advance in exchange for a visa or any migration services, before even providing you with any details about the application. Fake or Unregistered Visa Agents They promise a 100% visa application success along with a fast-track application. In addition to that, they sometimes charge super-high fees and tell you that it’s because of the fast process and guaranteed result. Even worse, they will not provide you with any agreement or receipt after the payment. There are a few things you can pay attention to if you want to spot a fake visa agent easily: They do not have a proper office in Bali They do not have a website with the phone number or email address They do not have enough knowledge to answer your Bali visa inquiry Tips to Stay Away from Frauds for Visas in Bali These important tips below will definitely help you to ward off the common visa scams in Bali. Don’t Believe in Sweet Promises Those who tell you that any Bali visa approval and overseas job offers are guaranteed are the ones you should avoid like the plague. Only Use Registered Agents or Services for Visas in Bali Shun those self-proclaimed “agents” in Bali that fail to provide you evidence of any accreditation. All legal visa agents in Bali need to register themselves under Indonesian Law. Visa agents registered in Bali such as Cekindo are required to meet registration requirements. We also need to stay updated with the latest immigration law and regulations in Bali. Confirm Their Identity and Information Validate the website, phone number, email address, and physical address provided by the visa agents are accurate. Also, make sure the websites they used are not replicated to trick you into believing it is the official website. Ensure All Process Is in Black and White Transparency is key here. Avoid those agents who make the application process complex and try to hide something. Always ask for a contract and a payment receipt. Contact Cekindo’s Agents for Visas in Bali Cekindo is a reputable consulting company with registered visa agents in Bali. Throughout years of experience, we have assisted big clients like Tokopedia, Huawei, Oyo, and Zomato with their visa applications. Our consultant will walk you through the visa application process. We can help you prepare the necessary paperwork for your submission cost-effectively. Get in touch with us today by filling in the form below or visit our office directly in Badung. We also have offices in Jakarta and Semarang. Read Full Bio Verified by Daris Salam COO Indonesia at InCorp Indonesia With more than 10 years of expertise in accounting and finance, Daris Salam dedicates his knowledge to consistently improving the performance of InCorp Indonesia and maintaining clients and partnerships. Frequently Asked Questions Is the KITAS/ITAS extension possible in Indonesia? Yes. KITAS/ITAS is extendable for up to five years. What are the requirements for a retirement KITAS/ITAS application in Indonesia? Foreigners need to be at least 55 years of age and not work to earn income in Indonesia. Consultation on further requirements is necessary. Can anyone become my visa sponsor? For business and work visas, the sponsor must be a company legally registered in Indonesia. Regarding social-cultural and retirement visas and KITAS & KITAP, the sponsor must be an Indonesian legal entity or a citizen. InCorp provides visa sponsorship should you require this service. How do you determine the cost of your services of visa and immigration consultation? To provide you with accurate pricing information for our visa and immigration consultation services, we consider the complexities of your inquiries and the dynamic nature of regulations in Indonesia. As a result, the pricing for the services may vary accordingly. For pricing details, please talk to our experts. Get in touch with us. 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