Hi Jim! Sorry to for the late reply. I just got access to this forum. Send me your email address and I'll contact you with some helpful information. I'm glad you like the article!

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Hi there! I can’t speak from personal experience, but IL published a report in 2023 called “Hidden Land of Luxury” which has a few pages on Bali. Here’s what the report had to say about living there:

The cost of living in Bali is much more affordable than living in the U.S. This is probably why Bali is such a desirable destination for many expats. A budget-minded couple can live comfortably on as little as $1,100 a month or less. Up that to $2,100 a month and you’ll be living very well.

As for what life is like in Bali, this report also details one couple's experience in the town of Sanur. Here's an excerpt from that section:

Choosing Sanur was easy. “The beach path, the calm waters of the ocean, the ability
to sit and enjoy a meal with our feet in the sand, it was an easy decision,” Stephen explains.
And after his many surgeries, Sanur was the place he would visit with Kim to recuperate.

The tranquil surroundings have a special place in their hearts, Sanur is their “happy place.”
On Stephen’s last birthday, they could sit by the beach and watch as a group of
Balinese children were training for their soccer team. It’s being able to sit and relax like this,
enjoying local life, that makes it all worthwhile they say.

If you’re interested in reading more about visas and residence in Bali, you can find this report here. Bear in mind that it's an older report, and prices may have changed since it was published in 2023.

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We loved vietnam and if you are mobile you can just flit between the triangle in that part of Asia..

Tourist/Visitor Options:

E-visa (30 days, single entry)

Apply online
Cost: ~$25 USD
Processing time: 3-5 business days

Visa on Arrival (15-90 days)

Requires pre-approval letter from authorized agency
Single or multiple entry options
Cost varies by duration ($25-95 USD plus stamping fee)

Longer Stay Options:

Business Visa (DN)

Up to 12 months, multiple entry
Requires business sponsor/company invitation
Can be renewed

Temporary Resident Card (TRC)

Valid 2-3 years
Requires qualifying employment, investment, or marriage to Vietnamese citizen
Allows multiple entry/exit

Retirement Options:
Vietnam doesn't have a specific retirement visa, but retirees typically use these routes:

Investment Visa (DT)

Requires business investment (minimum varies by project)
Can lead to TRC
Renewable long-term

Long-term Tourist Visa

Available through visa agencies
6-12 months
Multiple entries possible
Must leave country to renew

Key Considerations for Long-term Stay:

Health insurance requirement
Regular reporting to local police
Cannot own property without permanent residency
Income requirements vary by visa type
May need to work with local visa agent