VISAS AND WORK PERMITS

General Information

To gain entry into Indonesia, foreign nationals need to have in their possession passports with at least six months of validity and appropriate visas. Visa application is carried out at the Indonesian Embassies or Consulates overseas nearest to the applicants domicile. The application is made by filling out appropriate application forms - available from the Embassies or Consulates - and by enclosing 2 colour passport-size photographs and a valid passport, along with supporting documents depending on the types of visa to be applied. Please note that the passport submitted has to have at least six (6) months of validity at the proposed date of entry into Indonesia. A fee is payable in local currencies for the visa application, depending on the type of visa and the duration of stay. Please note that the fee should only be paid in cash or by postal order and is non-refundable. Queries regarding the amount of the visa fee should be referred to the Embassy/Consulate where the visa application is filed. Decisions on many of the types of visa applications are normally made within 24 hours. Certain applications, such as those to work, study or live in Indonesia and other applications that need a special permit from the Immigration Office in Indonesia, need to be referred to Jakarta for approval. This process can take up to two months before a decision is made and the visa granted. Visa that has been issued is valid for 90 days. If an applicant fails to enter Indonesia within the 90 days period after the visa is issued, the visa will be declared invalid. Please note that possession of a visa does not guarantee entry into Indonesia. Permission to enter Indonesia is the authorization of the Immigration Officer at the point of entry. 

Types of Visas :
Diplomatic Visa, Service Visa, Transit Visa, Visit Visa, Limited Stay Visa.

Diplomatic Visa :	Diplomatic visa is given to foreign nationals bearing diplomatic passports who are to conduct diplomatic assignment in Indonesia.
Service Visa :	Service visa is given to foreign nationals bearing service passports on non-diplomatic assignments from foreign governments or international organizations to Indonesia.
Transit Visas :	Transit visas are given to foreign nationals who wish to stop over in the Indonesian territory for the purpose of continuing their journey to another country or to join or work on a transport vehicle that will continue its journey to outside of Indonesian territory.
Visit Visas :	Single Visit Visa: Single visit visa is valid for up to sixty (60) days visit with the following purposes: holiday or tourism, social or cultural and business. This visa is applicable for nationals of counties not included in the list of 49 counties that are eligible for visa Free Short Term Visit and Visa on Arrival.                          Multiple Visit Visa: Multiple visit visa is valid for up to one year with the period of each time not exceeding sixty (60) days. Multiple visit visa is not valid for the purpose of working temporarily in Indonesia. For Multiple visit visa passports need to have at least 18 months validity.
Limited Stay Visa:	Limited Stay (Working) visas are given to regular passport holders wanting to stay in Indonesia for either of the following purposes:    1. to invest in Indonesia.    2. to work as an expert at a government or private institution.    3. to carry out religious duties.    4. to undergo training or scientific research.    5. to join an Indonesian nat ional husband living in Indonesia or a husband with a limited stay permit in Indonesia. Limited stay visa is valid for 1 (one) year stay in Indonesia, not exceeding the validity of the applicant’s passport.

             
Visa On Arrival: National of these counties who are going on holidays, business, and / or attending conventions, social or cultural visits, and government or official visit, are allowed to stay in Indonesia of up to 30 days with no extensions. The visa fees for a 3 days in Indonesia is USD$. 10.00 and for 30 days stay the fees would be US$. 25.00. Visitors should be in possession of valid passport with minimum of 6 months validity and a return or an onward journey ticket at the time of arrival.

Visa On Arrival can be obtained for nationalities: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Luxemburg, Maldives, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America.

Countries that do not require visa
Nationals of these countries who are going on holiday and are attending conventions are allowed to stay in Indonesia of up to 30 days without visa. Visitors should be in possession of valid passport with minimum of 6 months validity and a return or an onwards journey tickets at the time of arrival. This visa is not for employment and is not extendable. The 11 countries that do not require visa to Indonesia: Brunei Darussalam, Thailand, Chile, Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR, Malaysia, Morocco, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam.

Countries to obtain an approval from Immigration Head Office in Jakarta Nationals of these countries who are going on holiday and are attending conventions are allowed to stay in Indonesia of up to 30 days. Visitors should be in possession of valid passport with minimum of 6 months validity and a return or an onward journey ticket at the time of arrival. This visa is not for employment.

Documents Required for Expatriates Working in Indonesia

It is mandatory for a foreigner to obtain a work permit if he/she wishes to work in Indonesia. The documents listed below are required for an expatriate working in Indonesia. These documents are valid for 12 months (except where noted) and renewable on an annual basis.

RPTKA (Plan for the use expatriate)
Issued by the Ministry of Manpower.

TA-01 (Work Recommendation)
Issued by the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) or Ministry of Manpower. 

VITAS (Limited Stay Visa)
Issued by the Ministry of Justice & Human Right- Director General of Immigration.

KITAS (Limited Stay Permit Card)
Issued by the Ministry of Justice & Human Rights - Director General of Immigration.

POA (Alien Registration / blue book)
Issued by the Ministry of Justice & Human Rights - Director General of Immigration.

IMTA (Expatriate work permit card / Red book)
Issued by the Ministry of Manpower.

SKLD (Certificate of Police Headquarters Registration)
Issued by Foreigners Supervision Unit of District Police.

SKPPS (Certificate of Registration Temporary Resident)
Issued by Provincial office for Resident Affairs.

SKTT (Certificate of Domicile)
Issued by Residential Chief of the village.

STM (Report Certificate)
Issued by the Regional Resort Police Station.

LAPOR KEBERADAAN ( Report of Expatriate Availability )
Issued by the Regional Department of Manpower.

MERP (Multiple Exit Re-entry) optional
Issued by Regional Immigration office (extended every six months).

Letter of Payment of Skill and Development Fund/(DPKK)
A payment of USD.100 per month payable in advance in accordance to the length of period approved.

PROCESS FLOW BEFORE FOREIGN EMPLOYEES
ENTERING REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA

PROCESS FLOW AFTER FOREIGN EMPLOYEES
HAVE ENTERED REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA

 

1. The foreign national concerned must possess a Limited Stay Visa (VITAS) endorsed in the passport (issued by Overseas Visa Officer) on arrival in Indonesia.

2. The foreign national concerned, or sponsor, must report his / her arrival as indicated in his / her admission permit.

3. An application must be submitted to the Head of the local Immigration office whose jurisdiction covers the area of residence of the foreign national concerned, within 7 (seven) days from the date of arrival ( a fine of USD 20 a day after the time limit) for the requirement of fingerprinting to obtain the limited stay permit card (KITAS).

4. A Curriculum Vitae / Resume of the foreign national concerned, original and photocopies of passport, and other proof to support his / her personal data in accordance with his / her visa application must be submitted.

5. A written guarantee of responsibility for the foreign national from the sponsor and the identity card of the sponsor must also be submitted.

 

 

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