KITAS Work VISA

A Work KITAS visa permits foreign nationals to legally work and earn an income in Indonesia, necessitating an employment contract with a local company.

Understanding the Work Permit in Indonesia

A work permit in Indonesia has varying durations and is subject to extension based on certain criteria. Generally, it is valid for either 6 or 12 months, aligning with a multiple-entry visa that allows holders to travel in and out of the country without canceling their KITAS (Limited Stay Permit). Under specific conditions, eligible individuals can apply for a 5-year work visa if they either hold a director position in a PMA (Foreign Investment Company) or possess a higher education degree coupled with at least 5 years of relevant work experience in their field.

Employee Requirements for a Working KITAS

To obtain a Work KITAS, the employee must provide the following documents:
– A passport valid for at least 18 months
– A passport cover
– A 4×6 cm photo on a red background
– Diploma or Bachelor’s degree certificate
– A letter of recommendation from the previous employer (employment book)
– Medical insurance proof

Employer Requirements for a Working KITAS

Employers must submit:
– The Deed of Establishment
– Ministerial Decree from the Minister of Justice ratifying the company’s memorandum of association
– Company information from AHU (Legal Entity Administration System)
– Tax Identification Number (NPWP)
– PKKPR (Location Permit)
– Business License (NIB)
– Company letterhead and stamp
– ID and passport of the director (if Indonesian) or KITAS (if foreign)
– Online visa login details (if applicable)
– Confirmation of a valid employment report
– Employment contract
– Company bank statement with a minimum balance of $2,000

Registration Terms

A Work KITAS can be issued for either 6 months or 1 year. The processing time for an onshore KITAS is approximately 2-3 months, while an offshore KITAS takes around 1-2 months. The current visa must be of type 211A.

Visa Extension and Closing Procedure

To extend the visa, the application must begin at least one month before the current visa expires. Required documents for renewal mirror those necessary for the initial application, along with the following updates:
– An up-to-date employment report
– ID of the Indonesian employee taking over duties
– BPJS Health and Employment registration
– Personal NPWP (tax number)
– SKTT (Resident Card)

Additional Visa Options

The Artist KITAS allows professionals in creative fields to work legally. Additionally, the Visa on Arrival provides single-entry access for 30 days, extendable by another 30 days. The KITAS retirement visa is available for individuals over 60, offering temporary residence, and can also be obtained by foreigners married to Indonesian citizens or their children.

If you plan to work or earn income in Indonesia, securing a work visa is essential. The Investor KITAS is issued to those investing in companies in Indonesia. The Second Home Visa grants a 5-year temporary residence, while the Remote Worker Visa (E33G) allows multiple entries and stays of one year.

The Multi-entry Offshore Visa (D12) allows stay periods of up to 180 days, with the option to extend for another 180 days over its validity. Meanwhile, D1 and D2 multiple-entry visas are valid for 60 days, extendable by another 60 days. The Business Visa for Single Entry (B211) allows a stay of up to 180 days, while the B211 Tourist Visa follows the same rules.

For assistance with obtaining any visa type or work permits, please contact us for more details.