Frequently Asked Questions
- Visa Application
The appropriate visa depends on your purpose of visit. Indonesia offers several visa categories including Tourist Visa (C1), Business Visa (C2), Multiple Entry Visa (D1/D2), Investor Visa, Remote Worker Visa (E33G), Working KITAS, Family KITAS, and Retirement KITAS. Our consultants can help determine the most suitable option based on your circumstances.
Yes. Most visa categories can be applied for before your arrival. Once approved, you will receive an electronic visa (e-Visa) that can be used to enter Indonesia.
Yes, for eligible visa categories.
Certain visas require an Indonesian sponsor. Depending on the visa type and your eligibility, Bali Visa Advisor may be able to assist with sponsorship arrangements or guide you through the appropriate sponsorship process.
Sponsor availability depends on current immigration regulations and applicant qualifications.
The best visa depends on your purpose of stay:
- Tourism: C1 Tourist Visa with extension options.
- Business meetings or market research: C2 Business Visa.
- Remote work for a foreign company: E33G Remote Worker KITAS.
- Investment activities: Investor KITAS.
- Living with Indonesian spouse or family: Family KITAS.
Our consultants can help determine the most appropriate visa based on your activities and planned length of stay.
In many cases, certain stay permits can be converted into a KITAS without leaving Indonesia, provided you meet the requirements for the new permit category and Immigration approves the application.
However, eligibility depends on your current visa type, immigration status, and intended KITAS category. We recommend consulting with our team before making any plans.
Processing times vary depending on the visa category, immigration workload, and the completeness of your documents. Express services may be available for selected visa categories.
Requirements vary depending on the visa type. Generally, applicants need:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Passport-size photograph
- Flight itinerary (if applicable)
- Proof of funds (for certain visas)
- Supporting documents related to the visa purpose
- Additional documents requested by Immigration
No. Visa approval is solely at the discretion of the Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration. No visa agency can legally guarantee approval.
Yes.
Express processing options are available for selected visa categories. Processing times depend on the visa type, Immigration workload, and document completeness.
Our team can advise whether an expedited option is available for your application.
The Immigration Authority may reject applications for various reasons. Depending on the circumstances, we may assist with reapplication or advise on alternative visa options.
- Visa Extension
We recommend starting the extension process at least 14 days before your current stay permit expires. This helps avoid unnecessary delays and potential overstays.
It depends on the visa category. Some visas can be extended several times, while others cannot be extended at all.
Since immigration regulations were updated, many extension applications now require an in-person visit for biometric verification and document validation. Requirements may vary depending on the visa type and immigration office.
Yes. We prepare and submit the application, monitor the process, coordinate with Immigration, and provide guidance for any required appearance.
Yes, provided the extension application has been submitted before the expiration of your current stay permit and all requirements have been fulfilled.
Overstaying may result in fines, immigration sanctions, deportation, and possible blacklisting from Indonesia. We strongly recommend applying for extensions well before the expiry date.
- KITAS & Residency
A visa allows entry into Indonesia, while a KITAS (Limited Stay Permit) allows eligible foreigners to reside in Indonesia for a longer period.
This depends on your purpose of stay:
- Investor KITAS – for foreign investors and shareholders
- Working KITAS – for foreign employees
- Spouse KITAS – for foreigners married to Indonesian citizens
- Retirement KITAS – for eligible retirees
- Dependent KITAS – for family members
- Remote Worker KITAS – for qualifying remote workers
Depending on the category, KITAS validity may range from 6 months to 2 years and can often be extended.
An Investor KITAS is designed for shareholders and directors involved in their own investment activities. Specific restrictions and permitted activities apply according to Indonesian regulations.
Yes. Eligible family members may apply for dependent stay permits.
Processing times vary depending on the KITAS category and document readiness. Most applications are completed within several weeks.
Yes, but only with the appropriate immigration status.
Indonesia introduced the Remote Worker KITAS (E33G) specifically for foreigners who work remotely for companies located outside Indonesia. E33G holders may live in Indonesia while performing work for overseas employers but cannot work for Indonesian companies or earn income from Indonesian clients.
A KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit) may become available after meeting the requirements specified by Indonesian Immigration regulations.
Eligibility depends on the KITAS category. Common examples include:
- Foreign spouses of Indonesian citizens.
- Certain long-term investors.
- Retirement KITAS holders (KITAS Lansia) who have continuously held a Retirement KITAS for the required period and meet Immigration requirements.
The exact requirements vary and should be reviewed based on your individual immigration history.
