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Requirements for traveling to Indonesia

Whichever mode of transportation you use to enter Indonesia, you're going to need a visa or stay permit that allows you to legally remain in the country for more than 60 days (if you plan to stay long term). Short-term visitors tend to enter on a Visa on Arrival (VoA), an electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA), or a visit visa, depending on your nationality and the purpose of the stay.

The Visa on Arrival and e-VoA are currently available again for and allow an initial stay of up to 30 days, with the possibility of a single extension for another 30 days. Other visit visas (like the single-entry visit visa (B211A)) can allow a longer stay in Indonesia through multiple extensions, depending on the visa type and conditions.

Important:

As of 2025, most visa extensions in Indonesia require a hybrid process, involving online submission followed by an in-person appointment at an immigration office, including biometric data collection.

Visa regulations are always changing (it can be exhausting trying to keep up), and conditions are always going to be different depending on your nationality and visa category. With this in mind, you should always look to confirm the latest requirements with the nearest Indonesian embassy or the Directorate General of Immigration.

Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas (KITAS) in Indonesia

The Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas (known as KITAS) is a limited stay permit that allows foreigners to stay in Indonesia for a longer period. KITAS permits are issued for specific purposes like employment, investment, study, family reunion, research, or retirement.

KITAS validity and costs all depend on the category and sponsor. In general, KITAS permits are issued for 6 months, 1 year, or 2 years and can then be renewed multiple times. In many cases, foreign residents can hold a KITAS for a total stay of up to 10 years, depending on the visa category and renewal history.

According to the Indonesian immigration fee schedules at the moment:

• Short-term KITAS (6 months): IDR 1,000,000
• KITAS (1 year): IDR 1,500,000
• KITAS (2 years): IDR 2,000,000

There are several types of , each with its own conditions and eligibility requirements. For example:

• KITAS for foreign nationals married to Indonesian citizens
• KITAS for family reunion
• KITAS for employment
• KITAS for investors or business owners
• KITAS for students and researchers

The KITAS is suitable for foreigners who plan to stay in Indonesia for work, investment, research, study, family reasons, or long-term residence. Applications are generally initiated through an Indonesian sponsor (usually someone like your employer, educational institution, or an Indonesian family member) and then processed by the Indonesian immigration authorities.

Regardless of why you're visiting, it's highly recommended that you contact the nearest Indonesian embassy or an official immigration authority to clarify the most up-to-date information relevant to your specific KITAS category.

Limited residence visa to work in Indonesia

Changes in government regulations over the past decade have made employment conditions for foreigners in Indonesia tighter and much more regulated. So, while many expats continue to work in Indonesia each year, it's worth remembering that you can't just legally enter the country and start searching for work on arrival.

To work legally in Indonesia, expats must first be sponsored by an Indonesian company, and employment must be secured before beginning that work. Naturally, only companies that meet government requirements are allowed to employ foreign workers.

Beforehand, to work legally in Indonesia, foreign workers were required to obtain a work permit known as IMTA before being issued a KITAS. This system has now evolved. Today, companies must get approval through an Expatriate Placement Plan (RPTKA) and a notification issued by the Ministry of Manpower. This notification functions as the official authorization for employing a foreign national and is coordinated with the immigration process for issuing the corresponding stay permit (ITAS/KITAS).

So before hiring a foreign employee, companies must show that:

• The position requires foreign expertise.
• No suitable Indonesian citizen is available for the role.
• The position is permitted for foreign employment.

Foreign workers must also meet some qualification requirements, usually by holding relevant academic credentials and/or at least five years of professional experience in the selected field.

If you fail to meet these Indonesian labor and immigration laws, it can mean significant penalties, including heavy fines and criminal sanctions for employers.

Typical documents required from the applicant may include:

• A completed application form.
• A letter of sponsorship or guarantor.
• Passport copies.
• Recent photographs.
• Curriculum vitae and supporting professional documents.
• Proof of health and life insurance valid in Indonesia.

Documents required from the employing company typically include:

• Company tax identification number.
• Business registration documents.
• Organizational structure.
• Appointment or employment letter.

Foreigners are only permitted to work in approved positions and for a limited duration. Indonesia previously operated under a 鈥淣egative Investment List鈥�, which restricted foreign participation in certain sectors. This has since been replaced by a more open 鈥淧ositive Investment List", which allows foreign investment and employment in most sectors, with only a small number of prohibited activities that are largely illegal by nature.

While Indonesia has taken steps to free up foreign investment and skilled employment, work authorization still remains closely regulated, and requirements are changing all the time, often varying by both sector and region.

Limited Stay Visa for international students in Indonesia

If you're planning to study at an accredited higher education institution in Indonesia, you must obtain an appropriate student visa and stay permit. It's best to begin the application process as soon as an official letter of acceptance has been issued by the host institution. Documents typically required for a student visa application include:

• A passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended period of stay.
• A completed application form.
• Recent passport-size photographs.
• Proof of onward or return travel.
• An official acceptance letter from the Indonesian educational institution.
• A supporting letter from the institution addressed to the Indonesian embassy or consulate.
• Proof of payment of tuition fees or scholarship confirmation.
• Recent bank statements demonstrating sufficient financial means.
• A recommendation or approval letter from the relevant Indonesian education authority.

Once you're in Indonesia, you then have to convert your entry visa into a student ITAS and comply with any local immigration registration requirements.

Limited residence visa for research in Indonesia

Lastly, foreign researchers who are carrying out research in Indonesia must get official authorization before entering the country. Research activities are heavily regulated and require approval from the relevant Indonesian authorities.

Applications for research permits tend to be processed through the Indonesian government's designated online platforms (spoiler alert 鈥� there's a lot of paperwork). Once this is approved, the corresponding visa can be collected from an Indonesian embassy or consulate abroad.

After your arrival in Indonesia, as a researcher, you are required to report to the appropriate government office to finalize your permit.

Documents commonly required for a Limited Stay Visa for Research include:

• A passport valid for at least six months beyond the research period.
• An official research request letter.
• A detailed research proposal outlining objectives, locations, and methodology.
• A curriculum vitae, including publications if applicable.
• Letters of recommendation from academic and professional references.
• Acceptance letters from Indonesian research institutions or universities.
• Proof of sufficient financial means.
• A medical certificate confirming good health.
• Recent passport-size photographs.
• A list of research equipment to be imported, if applicable.

Remote worker visa (E33G visa / remote worker KITAS) in Indonesia

For foreigners who are working remotely for overseas employers or clients, Indonesia is now finally offering a specific stay permit called the Remote Worker Visa (officially titled the E33G visa). This visa is designed for digital nomads and remote professionals who earn income from outside Indonesia and are not locally employed.

The E33G visa allows applicants to live in Indonesia while continuing their remote work for foreign companies. It's usually issued for up to one year, and it might be renewable, depending on the immigration policy at the time of re-application.

There are a few really key points to understand:

1. The visa is strictly for foreign-earned income only.
2. You can't work for Indonesian companies or make any Indonesian-based income.
3. You have to prove your remote employment or overseas business activities up front.
4. As always, you need to meet any financial and insurance requirements set by immigration.

This visa is part of the wider KITAS framework, meaning that you're granted a limited stay permit rather than a short-term visit visa. As with all Indonesian visas, conditions and eligibility requirements can change frequently, so you should always look to confirm the latest rules with Indonesian immigration authorities or a licensed visa agent before you begin to apply.

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