Work Permits
Foreigners who wish to work in Indonesia must meet the educational qualifications, competency certificates, and knowledge transfer to locals. The Indonesian government issues work permits based on the Foreign Worker Utilization Plan (RPTKA) Approval. Once approved, you’ll receive a limited stay visa and KITAS, allowing you to stay in Indonesia for one to 12 months, depending on your work visa or permit.
There are two kinds of visas for individuals who plan to work in Indonesia :
- Izin Tinggal Terbatas (ITAS)
A limited-stay permit, the ITAS may be issued to international employees through a local immigration office by the Indonesia Directorate General of Immigration. Before an individual can get an ITAS, they will also need to get a Visa Izin Tinggal Terbatas (VITAS), which is an Indonesian limited-stay permit.
- Kartu Izin Tinggal Tetap (KITAP)
A permanent-stay permit, KITAP may be issued to international workers who have held an ITAS for at least 3 consecutive years.
Business VISA
If you need to travel to Indonesia for business purposes, you may have to apply for an Indonesia Business Visa. There are single-entry and multiple entrybusiness visas for Indonesia.
The Indonesia business visa is issued to Foreigners who intend to take part in meetings, attend conferences, sign a deal, or any other business-related purpose. However, you cannot do any work for an Indonesian company or become employed in an Indonesian company.
Types of Investor Visa in Indonesia
In Indonesia, there are several types of Investor Visas available, depending on the nature and scale of your investment. Some common types include:
- Single Entry Business Visa
This visa allows foreign investors to enter Indonesia with the purpose of conducting business activities, exploring investment opportunities, and initiating the investment process. To facilitate smooth business operations, the Indonesian government offers the Single Entry Business Visa, a crucial document that enables foreigners to engage in commercial activities within the country. - Multiple Entry Business Visa
Designed for investors who frequently travel to Indonesia, this Visa enables multiple entries for business purposes over a specified period. To facilitate seamless business operations, the Indonesian government offers the Multiple Entry Business Visa, a valuable document that allows multiple entries into the country for business-related activities.
