Indonesia, with its exotic island of Bali, has become a popular destination for many people looking for a new life in Asia. Find out more about the duration of a long-term visa for Bali, what you need to know about a limited stay permit (KITAS) and the list of documents required to obtain a residence permit in Indonesia

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Millions of foreigners from different parts of the world visit Indonesia every year, fall in love with its fantastic pearl - the island of Bali, and look for ways to stay here forever. This place attracts travelers with its strong economy, respectful culture, beautiful landscapes and friendly people. The advantage of the region is that representatives of any nationality can obtain a residence permit here.

What types of long-term Bali visas are available to expats? Everything about the procedure for obtaining a residence permit in Indonesia is further in our material.

For what period is a long-term visa issued in Bali?

Usually a residence permit, also known as KITAS, is issued in Indonesia for a period of 6-12 months with the possibility of extension. After 5 years, the expat will be able to submit documents for a permanent residence permit.

Types of long-term visas in Bali

If you plan to live in Indonesia for a long time, you must choose one of the available options for residence permits or visas for a long-term stay in Bali:

Single entry visa B211A

This type of visa is best suited for travelers who plan to stay in Bali for 1 to 6 months. This type of permit is usually chosen by digital nomads and island fans who want to stay here longer. The simple registration procedure and low cost (compared to VITAS and KITAS) make it quite popular.

A special feature of this visa is the need to obtain a letter of guarantee from an Indonesian or an Indonesian company. It is this guarantor that will reimburse the costs of deportation if the tourist breaks the law.

The most common types of single-entry visas:

- Tourist Visa: You need an Indonesian citizen to sponsor you and allow you to stay and do tourist activities in Indonesia.

- Business visa – in this case you need to be sponsored by an Indonesian company. This visa allows foreigners to hold business meetings in Indonesia.

Importantly! The B211A single entry visa does not allow foreigners to work for an Indonesian company or own a business in Indonesia. If you want to work, you need a temporary residence permit (ITAS / KITAS).

For what period it is issued: 6 months.

The initial period of stay is 60 days. After that, you can apply for another 60 days up to 2 times. Thus, the total maximum stay with this visa is 180 days.

Also note that the visa is a single entry visa, if you leave Indonesia within the validity period of the visa, the said visa will be invalidated and you will have to reapply.

Minimum expenses: $505-605.

How to get a B211A visa?

The application must be submitted through the country's official immigration portal.

The completed permit will be sent to your mail in PDF format. It must be printed and presented at passport control at the airport of arrival. The visa is valid from the day of arrival in Indonesia. For the first extension, it is necessary to pass biometrics at the immigration center. Extending a visa a second time is much easier - the courier collects the passport and returns it with a new stamp in a few days.

VOA visa

For what period it is issued: 2 months.

Based on the VOA visa, a foreigner can stay in Indonesia for 30 days after arrival. It can also be extended once for 30 days. After the deadline, you can leave the country, come back and get a visa for 30 days again.

Minimum spend: $64.

How to get a VOA visa?

This permit is issued for the purpose of tourism, official visit, business trips and transit.

In order to extend the visa, it is necessary to submit a questionnaire with passport and contact details and residential address to the immigration office.

Multiple entry visa

This type of permit is very popular among foreigners who wish to live in Bali but need to travel frequently outside the island. The design principle is similar to B211A, but only Indonesian companies can sponsor the permit. It can be used for business trips, as well as for family visits, seminars, participation in sports competitions, art exhibitions and cultural events.

It is forbidden to work with this permission.

For what period is issued:

The visa is valid for 12 months, and during these 12 months, a foreigner can visit Indonesia multiple times and stay up to 60 days per visit.

Permit for a limited stay (KITAS)

If you want to stay in Bali for several years, rather than just a few months, you need to consider applying for a Permit for Limited Stay (KITAS).

The validity period is up to two years (depending on the type of permit) and allows its extension directly in the country. Another advantage is that it is reusable, allowing the owner to travel outside of Indonesia and return again.

There are several types of limited stay permits:

1. Investor's KITAS

For what period it is issued: 1-2 years with the possibility of extension. After 5 years, the investor has the right to submit documents for PMP.

Minimum expenses: $63,000 + $945 per year.

How to get?

A permit can be issued by foreigners who have contributed to a foreign company that is registered in Indonesia and has a license from the Republic of Moldova.

The main condition of the visa is that the amount of the investor's shares must be at least 1 billion Indonesian rupiah ($63,000). The company's capital is at least 10 billion Indonesian rupiah (about $630,000).

A shareholder, on the basis of a permit, can only hold the position of director in the company. It is forbidden to work at another job.

The registration procedure lasts up to 2 months, the cost is $2,900.

2. Residence permit for investment (Golden visa)

For what term is issued: 5-10 years.

Minimum expenses: $350,000.

How to get?

The program became available to foreigners from the summer of 2023. To obtain a permit, the applicant must fulfill one of the following conditions:

- Buy Indonesian government bonds or shares of public companies in the amount of $350,000 or more.

- Open a deposit in a local bank in the amount of $350,000 or more.

- Register a company with an authorized capital of at least 2.5 million dollars.

- Corporate investors – to invest 25 million dollars in the company.

Highly qualified specialists working in the field of health care and digital technologies are also entitled to receive the "Golden Visa of Indonesia".

3. Long-term Second Home visa

For what term is issued: 5-10 years.

Minimum expenses: $133,000.

How to get?

To obtain a Second Home permanent residence permit, the applicant must confirm that he owns a luxury property in the country or open an account in an Indonesian state bank with an amount of at least $130,000.

A profitable investment option in Bali is the purchase of premium apartments ANTA Residence Canggu - this is a 5* category complex with a unique infrastructure, in the most fashionable location in Bali, on the main street of Canggu - Batu Bolong and 7 minutes from the Indian Ocean, the beach and the surf spot.

The ANTA Residence Canggu complex will include 113 apartments with a total living area of 4,052 m².

Considering that according to Indonesian law, a foreigner is not allowed to own land, investors enter into a lease agreement for a period of 25 to 30 years with the right to extend. Real estate can also be resold or bequeathed.

Another advantage is the ability to rent out real estate and earn a profit of 12 to 15% per annum. Housing maintenance and interaction with tenants is usually handled by a management company. ANTA Residence Canggu apartments will be managed by international hotel operator RIBAS HOTELS Group (more than 28 hotels under management).

You can get a residence permit together with your family. The only thing is that working in the country with a Second Home visa is prohibited.

4. KITAS for freelancers

 For what period it is issued: 6 months (no extension right), but you can get a repeat visa.

Minimum expenses: $1,600 ($600 tax and $1,000 for the permit procedure).

How to get?

Indonesia has approved a list of 53 professions whose representatives have the right to obtain a residence permit for freelancers.

An employer is not required to obtain a permit, but applicants must provide a bachelor's degree in English and a letter of recommendation to prove qualifications.

It is allowed to work exclusively within the profession for which the KITAS was obtained.

The permit registration procedure lasts up to 2 months.

5. Residence permit based on employment

For what period is it issued: 1 year (with the possibility of extension).

Minimum expenses: $2020 per year.

How to get?

A working KITAS can be obtained for a period of 1 year, exclusively for a specific position in a company that officially hires and becomes a visa sponsor. It is necessary to renew the permit every year, after 5 years you can apply for a permanent residence permit.

In order to obtain a visa, the employer must obtain permission from the Indonesian government and the Indonesian Immigration Service to hire a foreign specialist. To do this, provide the employer with copies of an education certificate or a certificate of work experience of at least five years.

At the Indonesian consulate in the country of residence, the future expat receives a VITAS entry visa based on permission from the employer. Then, upon arriving in the country, he receives a permanent residence permit.

Family members who are financially dependent on the applicant are allowed to move, but they are not allowed to work.

The approximate period of processing documents is 2 months.

6. Residence permit for family reunification

For what period is it issued: 1 year (with the possibility of extension).

Minimum expenses: $540 per year.

How to get?

Family KITAS in Indonesia can be obtained by foreigners who are officially married to a citizen of the country or a resident with a work or investor residence permit. Children are also eligible for long-term residence in Indonesia through a family visa.

A permanent residence permit can be obtained 2 years after marriage registration.

To obtain a permit, it is necessary to document a family relationship with a citizen or resident of the country. The whole process takes about 2 months.

7. Residence permit for students

For what period it is issued: 6-12 months (with the possibility of extension).

Minimum expenses: $500 + $150 per year.

How to get?

To obtain a residence permit, it is necessary to enter a university that will become a visa sponsor. It is also necessary to obtain a study permit from the Ministry of Education.

A student visa is issued only after the applicant is officially enrolled in an educational institution. The whole process takes about 2 months.

8. Residence permit for pensioners

For what period is it issued: 1 year (with the possibility of extension).

Minimum expenses: $1,000 per year.

How to get?

Retirement KITAS is issued to persons who have reached the age of 55 and do not plan to work in the country. To confirm his status, the applicant provides:

- Lease agreement for real estate in Indonesia for a period of more than 1 year;

- A pension certificate or other documents confirming passive income in the amount of $18,000 per year;

- Sponsorship letter from the pension agency considering the visa application;

- A written confirmation that the applicant will not work in the country and hire a household assistant;

- Copies of ID cards of the property owner and hired maid.

A foreigner comes to Indonesia with a tourist or entry visa and applies for pension KITAS. The whole process takes about 2 months.

An approximate list of documents for obtaining a residence permit in Indonesia

The standard package of documents for all types of residence permits in Indonesia includes:

1. Foreign passport, the validity period of which expires no earlier than 18 months from the moment of submission of documents.

2. Birth certificate.

3. Photo on a red background (6 pieces of each size 2x3 cm, 4x6 cm, 3x4 cm).

4. Questionnaire and visa application.

5. Address of residence in Indonesia.

6. Medical insurance for 1 year.

Depending on the type of KITAS, additional documents must be provided. For example, those who wish to work in Indonesia are provided with an invitation from the employing company with the contract period and terms of employment, a resume in English with a description of previous professional experience, as well as the charter and license of the inviting company.

Investors provide the following documents foundation certificate of the sponsoring company, tax registration number of the company, legal address of the company, business license, company identification number, identity card and tax code of the Indonesian director of the company.

Indonesia is a great country for temporary and permanent residence, so choose which type of residence permit you can get and go on a unique trip to the island of Bali.

Daria Rogova, Head of Insurance at Visit World

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