Citizenship
Indonesian citizenship (naturalization) requires 5 consecutive years or 10 non-consecutive years of residence with valid ITAP (permanent stay permit). Applicants must be 18+ or married, pass physical/mental health check, speak Indonesian, accept Pancasila and 1945 Constitution, have no criminal record, and renounce other citizenship (Indonesia does not allow dual nationality for adults). Application fee IDR 50,000,000 (~$3,200). Approved by Presidential decree. Processing takes 6-12 months. New GCI program offers unlimited permanent residency without citizenship for those with Indonesian ties.
Key Requirements:
- •5 consecutive or 10 non-consecutive years residence
- •Valid ITAP (Permanent Stay Permit)
- •Age 18+ or married
- +4 more requirements
Digital Nomad Visa (E33G)
The E33G Remote Worker Visa, launched in 2024, allows digital nomads to live and work legally in Indonesia while employed by foreign companies. Requires proof of $60,000 annual income and $2,000 savings. Valid for 1 year with multi-entry privileges. Holders are exempt from Indonesian income tax on foreign-sourced income. Cannot work for Indonesian companies or clients. Dependents can obtain linked KITAS. Ideal for Bali-based remote workers seeking legal status. Must enter within 90 days of issuance.
Key Requirements:
- •Proof of $60,000 USD annual income
- •Bank statement showing $2,000 USD minimum for past 3 months
- •Employment contract from foreign company
- +3 more requirements
Family/Dependent Visa
Dependent KITAS allows spouses, children under 17, and parents of KITAS/KITAP holders or Indonesian citizens to reside in Indonesia. Spouse of Indonesian citizen requires marriage certificate, KTP, and family card (Kartu Keluarga). Requires $2,000 bank balance proof. Online application with biometrics on arrival. Validity tied to primary visa holder (typically 1 year). Must register with Civil Department (SKSKPS) and Police (STM) within 14 days. After 2 years married to Indonesian citizen, eligible for KITAP.
Key Requirements:
- •Marriage certificate (translated if foreign)
- •Sponsor's valid KITAS/KITAP or Indonesian ID (KTP)
- •Bank statement showing $2,000 USD minimum
- +2 more requirements
Golden Visa
Indonesia's Golden Visa programme (launched 2023) offers 5-10 year residency for foreign investors. Individual investors can qualify with $350K investment in government bonds, public company shares, or mutual funds for 5 years, or $700K for 10 years. Property investment of $1M qualifies for 10-year visa. Business investors need $2.5M (5-year) or $5M (10-year). No physical presence requirement. Fully online application. Does not grant citizenship path but offers unlimited entry/exit and business rights. Over 1,000 visas issued since July 2024.
Key Requirements:
- •Investment in government bonds, public shares, or mutual funds ($350K-$700K)
- •OR property purchase ($1M+ for 10-year)
- •OR business investment ($2.5M-$5M)
- +2 more requirements
Retirement Visa (KITAS)
Indonesia offers two retirement pathways: Standard Retirement KITAS for those 55+ requiring $1,500/month income proof ($18,000 annually), 1-year lease, health insurance, and domestic helper employment. Can extend 5 times for maximum 5 years. Silver Hair Visa (Golden Visa category) for those 60+ requires $50,000 bank deposit and $3,000 monthly income, granting 5-year permit without annual renewals. Both require travel agency sponsorship. Neither allows work. After 5 years, eligible for permanent residency (KITAP).
Key Requirements:
- •Age 55+ (Standard) or 60+ (Silver Hair)
- •Standard: $1,500/month income proof + 1-year lease + domestic helper
- •Silver Hair: $50,000 deposit + $3,000/month income
- +2 more requirements
Second Home Visa
The Second Home Visa offers 5-10 year residency for wealthy individuals without employer sponsorship. Two pathways: deposit $130,000 USD (IDR 2 billion) in Indonesian state-owned bank (BNI, BRI, Mandiri), OR own property valued at $1M+. Self-sponsored visa requiring no Indonesian guarantor. Includes Silver Hair category for retirees 60+ ($50K deposit + $3K monthly income). Family members included without individual deposits. Cannot work but can invest. After 3 years, eligible for ITAP (permanent residency equivalent).
Key Requirements:
- •Deposit $130,000 USD in Indonesian state bank
- •OR own property worth $1,000,000+
- •OR Silver Hair (60+): $50,000 deposit + $3,000/month income
- +2 more requirements
Student Visa (KITAS)
The Student Visa (Index C316) allows foreign nationals to study at Indonesian educational institutions. Requires acceptance letter from SEVP-certified school and Study Permit from Ministry of Education. Process: obtain Study Permit, apply for VITAS at embassy, convert to KITAS within 90 days of arrival. University sponsors the visa. Valid 1-2 years, extendable twice (max 2 years each). No work rights. Must register with local police (STM) and municipality (SKPPS) after KITAS issuance. Overstays penalized IDR 1M/day.
Key Requirements:
- •Acceptance from Indonesian educational institution
- •Study Permit from Ministry of Education
- •University recommendation letter
- +3 more requirements
Work Visa (KITAS)
Indonesian work permits require employer sponsorship through a multi-step process: RPTKA (Foreign Worker Utilization Plan) from Ministry of Manpower, IMTA (work permit), then VITAS/KITAS. Employer must be registered Indonesian company. Position must require skills not available locally. Directors/Commissioners get 12-month KITAS; management roles may get 12 months; non-management typically 6 months non-extendable. $100 USD DPKK fund payment per month of visa validity required. Cannot work for multiple companies or positions.
Key Requirements:
- •Job offer from registered Indonesian company
- •RPTKA approval from Ministry of Manpower
- •Relevant qualifications and experience
- +3 more requirements
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