Work Visa Indonesia

About

Many people wish to work in the nation because of its growing economy and the variety of employment options available. By granting an Indonesian work visa, it is feasible for foreigners to work there. Job seekers from all over the world, particularly in Asia are eager to apply for employment visas in Indonesia.

The majority of the work involved in obtaining an Indonesian work visa falls on the employer. The employer must secure your work permit, limited stay visa, and resident permit. It is because most of the work must be done from Indonesia.

Work visas in Indonesia can be of two types;

  • ITAS or KITAS as a limited stay visa
  • KITAP or a permanent stay visa.

Eligibility

You need to fulfil the following requirements to be eligible for a work visa in Indonesia. You must;

  • be in good health.
  • adhere to moral standards.
  • have a job offer from Indonesia.

Documents

The following is a list of standard Indonesia work visa requirements.

  • Original passport which is applicable for at least six months ahead of the date of the trip.
  • Fully filled out visa application
  • According to the photo specifications, two pictures.
  • A cover letter from the potential employer.
  • Evidence that you have the money to support yourself in Indonesia.
  • Evidence of accommodation
  • Evidence proving you are in good health and able to travel and stay there

Process

A work visa application for Indonesia is primarily handled offline at the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate. However, it is crucial that you meet all eligibility requirements and other conditions before moving forward with the application.

Visa Processing Time
A work visa for Indonesia is processed within two months after you make the application. The time will still vary based on a number of variables, including the workload at the embassy office, staff availability, whether all of the required documents have been filed or not, and others.

How to Apply
To apply for a work visa in Indonesia, you must fill out the visa application form, gather the required credentials and pay the visa fee. After that, what you can do is wait for confirmation. Most of the process is managed by the employer, so there is not much to worry about.

Duration & Fees

Duration
Your complete Indonesia work visa will only be good for a short time, often 3 months to 1 year, once you acquire it. The KITAS is granted for a duration of up to one year and may be renewed before it expires, depending on the sort of job you will perform, your contract, and the determination of the Immigration Officers.

Fees
The cost of a work visa for Indonesia is estimated based on a number of factors, and it differs as per the type of visa. It must be paid to the embassy or the organisation that is issuing the document for you. The work visa can be expensive, costing you even up to 1,200 USD.

Extension

Your initial visa will be a work permit (KITAS) for Indonesia, valid for three months to a year. This time frame can be extended before it runs out. You can apply for the permanent residence permit (KITAP), which has a five-year validity period and is renewable, once you have stayed in Indonesia for three years in a row.

Highlights

Business
A separate business visa is required to carry out business in the country.

Residence
It can lead to permanent residence.

Extension
The work visa for Indonesia is extendable.

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