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Last updated 16:00 10th February 2021

Indonesian Immigration – Who Can Currently Enter?

The Indonesian Immigration situation as of late been exceptionally confusing. Announcement have been made, pulled, reviewed, questioned and then questioned again.

Social media has been awash with information, but at LetsMoveIndonesia, we do our best to provide up to date and reliable information.

Rather than create any further speculation, the link below is to the official Directorate General of Immigration website.

It clearly outlines who is allowed to enter Indonesia currently.

https://www.imigrasi.go.id/covid19/detail/1b645389/border-closures-and-exceptions

In short, you may enter Indonesia if you have one of the visas mentioned:

Official visa

Diplomatic visa

Visit visa (Single Entry Visa)

Temporary Stay Visa (VITAS)

Official Residence Permit

Diplomatic Residence Permit

Temporary Stay Permit (KITAS)

Permanent Stay Permit (KITAP)

Crew members arriving by their own transports.

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Card holder (ABTC)

Traditional Border Crossing pass/card holder will be allowed to enter Indonesia.

Can I apply for a new overseas visa to enter Indonesia?

At this point the online system for submitting new overseas visa is still OFFLINE, if this changes, we will update this thread.

It makes no mention that overseas applications will not be allowed, so hopefully online systems will burst into life soon, although we cannot guarantee anything just yet.

Can I enter using the free Visa on Arrival (VOA)?

Absolutely not

Will I have to quarantine when entering Indonesia?

Absolutely yes. Mandatory 5-day quarantine upon arrival.

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Last updated 10:00 23rd January 2021

As the risk of Covid continues and numbers rise, Indonesia has been in lockdown since the start of January. Borders for foreigners remain closed and no offshore submissions can be made. Currently, the lockdown will be enforced until 8th February 2021.

To read the full article, check out the link below:

Indonesia officially closes borders for all foreign nationals starting January 1st 2021

Last updated 16:40 24th November 2020

Visa processes in Indonesia over the few months have been extremely confusing, however, finally, it would appear we are returning to a period of stability in terms of what visas are available and what the processes are.

In this article we answer your most common questions about the current visa situation – what has changed, what visas are available and any hints and tips worth knowing during this period of change.

I am in Indonesia still using the emergency permit, what should I do?

If you are still in Indonesia using the emergency permit, you need to convert it to another visa type immediately. The government has provided plenty of opportunities to do so. Please note that you will be fined 1,000,000 IDR per day for every day overdue.

Can I apply for visas onshore?

Yes you can, visa processes are relatively the same

What visas are available at this time to enter Indonesia?

Simply put, most visa options are available right now. The most important question is; which ones can you not use.

Currently all visa options are available except: Visa on Arrival & the Multiple Entry Business Visa.

When will Indonesia open its borders so there is free travel again?

This question we do not know, it will be the decision of the Indonesian Immigration Authorities. We assume somewhere in Q1 2021; however, that is just a guess.

Can I apply for a visa overseas?

Of course. Processing times, prices and requirements vary depending on what type of visa you require.

I am from a calling visa country, can I enter Indonesia?

On 23^rd November 2020, Immigration Authorities opened up the application of Calling Visa citizens. Check out the article below for full information:

Calling Visa citizens can now enter Indonesia

I want to visit Indonesia for a holiday/to see family/partner, how can I get to Indonesia?

Right now, the only way to visit Indonesia without a KITAS is to apply for a Sponsored Single Entry Visa. LetsMoveIndonesia is the most cost effective provider in the country currently. To learn more about the Sponsored Single Entry Visa, check out the link below!

What is the E-Visa and how does this effect obtaining a visa to visit Indonesia?

The E-Visa is a new initiative from the Immigration Authorities introduced in October 2020 to simplify the visa process as well as help reduce the risk of contaminating Covid.

Prior to the E-Visa, when people applied for a visa they had to collect what was known as a telex from an Indonesian Embassy overseas. This created unnecessary travel and expenses.

The E-Visa has streamlined the process. Now the application is done online and the visa is simply sent via email to the applicant who can print it and enter Indonesia.

To find out more about the E-Visa, check out the link below!

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Last updated 10:00 16th October 2020

The New E-Visa Everything You Need to Know

The E-Visa in Indonesia is finally here! LetsMoveIndonesia investigates what this means, why it was implemented, how this effects new applications and we answer some of your most common questions!

Introducing the E-Visa

Following several countries that have implemented an electronic visa system, the Indonesian government has now also implemented the Electronic Visa (E-Visa) to ease the visa process and make it easier than ever before! The online system rolled out in October 2020 and is already proving to be a great improvement on the old system.

After the issuance of several policies related to the temporary prohibition of foreigners from entering Indonesian territory, the government is now easing the visa restrictions for several visa applications. Currently, the visa granting is limited to Visitor Visa (index B211A, B211B, B211C) and Temporary Stay Visas.

Stated on the new updated regulation number 26 Year 2020 dated 1^st October 2020 from the Ministry of Law and Human Right of the Republic of Indonesia, foreign nationals holding a legal and valid visa and/or stay permit will be allowed to enter Indonesian territory through designated Immigration Border Controls after undergoing the health protocol.

Meanwhile, the Minister still suspends to grant a Visa on Arrival and Visa Exemption temporarily until the Covid 19 status is declared over by the Ministry or the national related agency.

Conversely, one Visitor Visa is still allowed, which is the Single Entry Visa, for purposes such as, emergency and essential work, a business meeting, purchase of goods, a probationary period for foreign workers, a medical, food, and humanitarian aid worker, and a crew member who joins the vessel in Indonesia.

For the Temporary Stay Visa application, the government allows for the following purposes:

as a professional or expert
who joins to work on ships, on vessels, or installations operating in the Indonesian maritime zone, territorial sea, continental shelf, and Indonesian Exclusive Economic Zone
whose job is quality control of goods or products
who conducts workplace inspections and audit
whose work with an aftersales service
who installs and repairs machine
with a non-permanent work in constructions
with a probationary period for skilled works.
a foreign investment
a family reunion
retirement travel.

The application for Visit Visa and Temporary Stay Visa mentioned above technically has to be made by the Indonesian Sponsor to the Director General of Immigration (DGI). After getting the approval, the visa can be issued electronically as e-Visa.

Additionally, this e-Visa is also applicable for foreigners who are currently staying in Indonesia (commonly known as Onshore application). Once your e-Visa is granted, you must proceed to the designated immigration office in the area you reside.

How does this effect foreigners obtaining visas overseas?

The E-Visa Indonesia is a visa transformation from a visa label/sticker on foreign national passport to an electronic form being sent via email. The applicant will not be required anymore to collect the visa in person at the Indonesian embassy or representative abroad.

What is the benefit of the E-Visa

Visa will be sent to your email, as well to the sponsor’s.
You will not be required to collect the visa at the Indonesian Embassy or Representative Overseas
You will not meet the officer while applying for the visa
Once the e-Visa is granted, you can travel to Indonesia

Common questions

Do I still need to pay Indonesian Embassy fees?

Since this system has been implemented, you no longer need to pay fees at the Indonesian embassy, because by having an electronic visa, you can now travel directly to Indonesia.

However, there are fees appear in advance while the Sponsor is processing the visa approval for you. USD 50 is payable for Visit Visa application and USD 150 is charged on applying for Temporary Stay Visa.

An important note, technically after your Sponsor has made an online application, they will receive a billing statement, whether it is USD50 or USD150, which is valid for 7 (seven) calendar days only. Once you have settled, the payment is non-refundable. Please note that if you have made any mistakes your application will be rejected and your money will be forfeited – therefore it is vitally important you ensure every single document is correct. If you are unsure – use an agent.

The DGI will verify your documents and soon notify you/the sponsor by an email regarding the approval or rejection. If you are approved, you will be granted by e-Visa and can directly travel to Indonesia.

Is this a permanent change or temporary?

The Indonesian government has commenced the system testing of electronic visa applications and it looks like this new system is still in the experimental stage while looking at further developments.

What documents do I need to enter Indonesia?

a sponsor letter;
foreign national’s passport biodata page;
tickets for entering/exiting the Indonesian territory;
Bank passbook/current account (specific for Visitor Visa it is required for Sponsors to demonstrate that they have sufficient funds of at least US$10,000 to support the foreign nationals living expenses during stay in Indonesia.
a health certificate in English declaring a free from Covid-19 by a competent authority at their home country;
a declaration letter in English consenting to mandatory self-isolation or undertake a medical treatment at an accommodation or a designated health facility by the Indonesian government at the traveler’s own expense when a PCR check upon arrival by the health authority at ports of entry results in a positive with the Covid-19 or with symptoms in accordance with the health protocol and provisions of law and regulations.
a consent letter to be monitored during the quarantine or self-isolation in accordance with the health protocol and provisions of law and regulations.
health insurance or travel insurance covering medical expenses, and/or a declaration letter of medical treatment at own expenses, if contracted with the Covid-19 during their stay in Indonesia.

If I am making an application overseas, how do I pay the Indonesian Government official fees?

Currently, there is no online payment method, it needs to be done in person manually. Therefore, an agent, friend, colleague or family member will need to assist you.

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Last updated 16:15 30th September 2020

Online visa systems are back online for overseas foreigners!

In this article, LetsMoveIndonesia answers your most common questions about what visa options are available for overseas foreigners.

Can foreigners enter Indonesia using visa on arrival?

No, unfortunately not just yet

What visas can foreigners enter Indonesia with?

You may enter with :

A valid KITAS/KITAP
A VITAS that you have obtained from the Indonesia Representatives abroad (Index 312, 313, 314, 317, 318, 319)
Single Entry Visa (Index 211A or 211B)

Can I apply for a new KITAS outside of Indonesia?

Yes, you can if all the documents meet with the requirements. For Working KITAS and Investor KITAS the process is still quite challenging and requires a recommendation letter from BKPM; use an agent to speed up your KITAS process.

You can also apply for spouse and dependent visas.

Can I get a Single Entry Business Visa without an agent?

Yes, but only if you have a company that can sponsor you. Please note, the online system is working for sponsored single entry business visas, although without an agent to expedite, it will literally take weeks. Please note you may also require a recommendation letter from BKPM (More information on that below).

Why do I need an agent for Single Entry Business Visa

If you do not have a company to sponsor you or you would like your visa done quickly, then you should use an agent.

Can all agents provide the Sponsored Single Entry Business Visa?

As of 25^th September all agent should be able to process the visa; however, not all will be willing to sponsor foreigners who do not have a employer in Indonesia. Prior to this date, only well connected agents could assist.

Additionally, if you need the visa fast, only the very best agents can get it done within days. Please note speed comes with a price.

Can I apply for a Single Entry Visa and get sponsored by a family member/friend?

No, this isn’t possible, unless you have direct Indonesian relatives, such as parent, children over 18, siblings or spouse.

I want to marry my Indonesian boyfriend/girlfriend, can I enter Indonesia?

Not unless you have a KITAS/KITAP, Sponsored Single Entry Business Visa.

Can we get married in another country and then apply for the spouse KITAS?

If you get married overseas, you will still need to register your marriage certificate at the Civil Office where you are domiciled in Indonesia, you are also required to change your marital status on your KTP (ID Card) and KK (Family Card) to Married status, before you can apply for the Spouse KITAS.

I am Indonesian and want my spouse who is overseas to come to Indonesia, can I apply for a new spouse KITAS?

Yes, you can, although it is not very easy at the moment as the online system is extremely slow. If you want it done quicker (and save yourself a headache), use an agent.

I want to come to Indonesia I do not have a job or a sponsor?

Only way now is Sponsored Single Entry Visa

I am overseas, can I apply for a new Working/Retirement/Investor KITAS?

Yes, but you will need an agent to assist you.

What is the recommendation letter and do I need it to apply for my new overseas KITAS/Visa?

The Recommendation letter is essentially an approval letter to sponsor a foreigner for a job role within Indonesia. The permission is granted by the BKPM (Investment Coordinating board).

This is a relatively new step and was put in place to ensure priority foreign workers could come back to Indonesia.

For offshore Investor & Working KITAS you must apply for a recommendation letter. For other KITAS types it is not relevant.

Single Entry Business Visa also technically needs one for now; although, some Indonesian Embassies overseas do not request it (such as Dubai). Please check with the Embassy before collecting your TELEX.

I have KITAS and I am in Indonesia, can my husband/wife/children come using a dependent KITAS?

Yes, they can apply, the online systems are online for family reunification purposes. As usual, using an agent will be much easier.

I am a foreigner living in Indonesia using a KITAS and would like my child to visit who are over 18. Can they come using the dependent KITAS?

No, the dependent KITAS is for under 18s. Currently the only option is Sponsored Single Entry Business Visa.

My KITAS/KITAP has expired, can I use it to arrive in Indonesia?

Yes, for Working KITAS you must have your valid working permit renewed such as RPTKA and IMTA before you arrive in Indonesia. Please note that the KITAS must not have expired before 1^st December 2019 (Implies this, I’m not 100% certain, it doesn’t say specifically). You must arrive in Indonesia before 31^st December 2020.

If you have a non-working KITAS you can enter, as long as you arrive back in Indonesia before 31^st December 2020 and it expired after 1^st December 2019 (Implies this, I’m not 100% certain, it doesn’t say specifically).

Information was sourced from Directorate General Immigration (DGI) website, article dated 18^th September 2020.

When will foreigners be able to come back to Indonesia using visa on arrival/visit visa?

Unfortunately, there is no date announced just yet; any guess now would be speculation.

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Last updated 15:30 21st September 2020

On 18^th August the DGI (Directorate General of Immigration) issued a new circular regarding the Liability Deadline for foreigners to convert their emergency permit to a new deadline which is now the 5^th October 2020.

Therefore, if you are still on an emergency visa, you have until 5^th October to convert it to a stay permit, such as Single Entry or KITAS or leave the country.

Below is our unofficial translation of the circular:

Responding to the dynamics that occur in immigration services as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, hereby respectfully convey the following:

Referring to the Letter of the Director General of Immigration Number IMI-GR.01.01-4409 dated 18^th August 2020 regarding the Liability Deadline of Foreigners of ITKT Holders to get Immigration Stay Permits, foreigners holding free visit visas, limited stay permits, or permanent residence permits that have expired and cannot be extended in accordance with statutory regulations and has obtained a Forced Stay Permit (ITKT), must hold a new Stay Permit through the Visa Approval (Telex) mechanism no later than 20 September 2020;
Currently, there are still obstacles that cause difficulties for foreigners to apply for Telex.
In this regard, you can assign the head of the immigration office in his working area to disseminate information to the public regarding:
Changes in the deadline for foreigners’ obligations as referred to in number 1 from 20^th September 2020 to 5^th October 2020;
Foreigners holding Telex with PNBP payment mechanism and a separate visa as referred to the Letter of the Director General of Immigration Number IMI-GR.01.01-3558 dated 22^nd July 2020, must report to the immigration office and pay the Visa fee no later than 5^th October 2020;
Foreigners who already have an immigration residence permit, are obliged to extend their residence permit accordingly;
Foreigners in number 1 who do not have an immigration residence permit and foreigners who do not carry out the obligations as referred to in number 3 a s.d. c may be subject to Immigration Administrative Action

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Last updated 11:30 15th September 2020

On 14^th September 2020 a new update was released by the Directorate General of Indonesia informing that concessions will be made for the application of reunion visas to Indonesia, such as spouse & dependent KITAS.

This new update is relevant to spouses of Indonesian citizens, as well as children of mixed marriages. This long overdue announcement is fantastic news for thousands of people affected by the Covid 19 pandemic and means at last, people can return to Indonesia to be with their loved ones.

As per 14^th September the online system for new applications is back online!

Below are the official infographics from Directorate General of Indonesia’s Instagram page, which outline the new regulation for family reunion visa applications.

Mentioned on the DGI page, the requirements needed for visa application are as follows:

Application Letter
Sponsorship Letter
Colour copy of passport with minimum validity of 18 months for 1 year stay permit
Bank statement with minimum balance of US$ 1,500
Marriage certificate

Additionally, the new announcement applies to:

Children of Indonesian mother/father
Children of foreigners who are married to Indonesian citizens (under 18 years old and unmarried)

Requirements:

Application Letter and Sponsor Letter signed on the stamp duty
Colour copy of passport with minimum validity of 18 months for 1-year stay permit
Bank statement with minimum balance of US$ 1,500
Copy of Family Registration Certificate
Copy of marriage certificate
Copy of birth certificate
Copy of Indonesian parent’s ID Card

Following spouse (Dependent Visa) Temporary/Permanent (ITAS/ITAP) Stay Permit Holder

Requirements :

Application Letter from the spouse to Directorate of Immigration
Sponsor Letter signed on the stamp duty
Copy of passport with minimum validity of 18 months for 1-year stay permit
Bank statement with minimum balance of US$ 1,500
Copy of marriage certificate
Copy of spouse’s ITAS/ITAP

Children of Foreigners of ITAS/ITAP holder (under 18 years old and unmarried)

Requirements:

Application Letter from the spouse to Directorate of Immigration
Sponsor Letter signed on the stamp duty
Copy of passport with minimum validity of 18 months for 1-year stay permit
Bank statement with minimum balance of US$ 1,500
Copy of marriage certificate
Copy of family registration certificate
Copy of birth certificate
Copy of parents’ ITAS/ITAP

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Last updated 09:00 19th August 2020

On 18th August a new regulation was submitted regarding the emergency stay permit for those in Indonesia that could not leave the country.

Previously a deadline had been set for foreigners to convert their visa or leave the country by 20th August; however, the recent regulation has extended the deadline until 20th September 2020.

Below is the unofficial translation of the new regulations 18th August 2020.

Taking into account the development of the Covid-19 Pandemic in Indonesia and the dynamics that occur in submitting applications for Visa Approval (Telex) and immigration Stay Permits, hereby respectfully convey the following matters:

1. Refer to the Circular of the Director General of Immigration Number IMI-GR. 01.01-1102 of 2020 concerning Immigration Stay Permit Services in the New Normal Order and Letter of the Director General of Immigration Number IMI-GR.01.01-3558 dated 22 July 2020 concerning Confirmation of Circular of the Director General of Immigration Number IMI-GR.01.01-1102 of 2020 concerning Services Immigration Stay Permit in the New Normal Order, for foreigners:
a. A visiting residence permit holder originating from a visit visa on arrival, a visit visa for one or several trips, KPP APEC (ABTC), or a crew visit and has obtained a Forced Stay Permit (ITKT), can extend a visit Stay Permit or apply for a Visa Approval and report to the local immigration office by 20 August 2020;

b. holders of free visit visas, limited stay permits, or permanent stay permits that have expired and cannot be extended in accordance with statutory regulations and have obtained a Forced Stay Permit (ITKT), are required to apply for a Visa Approval and report to the local immigration office no later than the date 20 August 2020.

2. Up to now, there are still obstacles that cause difficulties for foreigners to apply for a Visa Approval or Immigration Stay Permit.

3. In this regard, you can assign the head of the immigration office in his working area to disseminate information to guarantor and foreigners about:

a. changes in the deadline for foreigners to have an immigration Stay Permit as referred to in number 1 letters a and b, from 20 August 2020 to 20 September 2020;

b. on August 24, 2020, the Directorate General of Immigration implemented a simplification of services so that the payment of Visa and Visa Approval PNBP fees is carried out simultaneously at the time of the Telex application, thus: 1) Visit visa telex issued through the above mechanism also applies as a visit Stay Permit so that foreigners do not need to report to the immigration office, 2) Telex limited stay visas issued through the above mechanism can be granted a limited stay permit after reporting at the immigration office, 3) reporting period for foreigners holding limited stay telex visas as referred to in above is 07 (seven) days after the Telex is published;

c. the mechanism for issuing Telex before 24 August 2020 is carried out as referred to in the Letter of the Director General of Immigration Number IMI-GR.01.01-3558 dated 22 July 2020 and foreigners are required to report to the immigration office within 30 days after the Telex is issued;

d. foreigners who do not meet the provisions as intended above may be subject to Immigration Administrative Action.

That’s all, thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Last updated 17:20 3rd August 2020

As the Indonesian government continues to adjust visa processing procedures due to the global pandemic; as of 3^rd August 2020 a new policy has been put in place to enable foreigners already in Indonesia to apply for a new visa without leaving Indonesian territory.

There are various conditions that apply to different visa types, so in this article we try to explain what these new procedures mean and who they apply to.

Residence Permits

A. Holders of Permanent Stay Permits (ITAP)

Foreigners with valid ITAP and which still can be extended, and are currently in Indonesia, can extend the ITAP at the local immigration office.

Foreigners who are currently in Indonesia with an expired ITAP that cannot be extended, must leave Indonesian territory by the latest 20^th August 2020; or,

You can apply for a new Visit Visa (Visa Kunjungan) or Limited Stay Visa (VITAS) based on the requirements through https://visa-online.imigation.go.id/ without leaving the territory of Indonesia.

Submission can be made after the guarantor performs the procedure, returning the Immigration Document (ITAP) to the immigration office.

Every visa application and residence permit must have a guarantor who takes responsibility during your presence in Indonesia.

If the ITAP validity period has ended and the foreigner is still abroad (Re-entry Permit is still valid or has expired)

You can enter Indonesian territory after attaching an approval letter from ministries / technical institutions.

You must apply for a new visa to come to Indonesia at the Indonesian Embassy / Indonesian Consulate when unable to show approval letter from the ministry / technical institution.

Holders of ITAP Family Union can directly enter Indonesia.

You must extend the ITAP and Re-Entry Permit at the local immigration office after arriving in Indonesia by the latest 8^th September 2020.

If there are technical difficulties when processing for the extension of the Stay Permit, you will be given a grace period until 31^st December 2020.

B. Holders of Temporary Stay Permits (ITAS)

Foreigners with ITAS that are still valid and extendable, who are in Indonesia, can extend ITAS or change status to ITAP at the local immigration office.

Foreigners with ITAS that has expired and cannot be extended, who are currently in Indonesia, must leave Indonesian territory by the latest 20^th August 2020; or

You can apply for a new Visit Visa (Visa Kunjungan) or Limited Stay Visa (VITAS) as per requirements through https://visa-online.imigation.go.id/ without leaving the territory of Indonesia.

The submission can be made after the guarantor has performed the procedure, returning the Immigration Document (ITAS) to the immigration office.

Every visa application and residence permit must have a guarantor who takes responsibility during your presence in Indonesia.

If the validity period of ITAS has expired and is still abroad (Re-entry Permit is still valid or has expired), you can enter Indonesian territory after attaching an approval letter from ministries / technical institutions.

For those who cannot attach a letter of approval from the related ministry / technical institution, you must apply for a new visa to come to Indonesia.

For holders of ITAS Family Union, you can directly enter Indonesia you must extend the ITAS and Re-entry Permit at the office local immigration after arriving in Indonesia by the latest 8^th September 2020.

If there are technical difficulties when processing of the extension of the Stay Permit, you will be given a grace period until 31st December 2020.

C. Single Entry Visa (Visa Index B211A, B211B, B211C)

Holders of Visit Permit (ITK) originating from Visit Visa index B211 and currently in Indonesia

If ITK is still valid and can be extended, you can do an extension of the Visit Permit at the local immigration office.

If the ITK has expired and cannot be extended, you must leave Indonesian territory by the latest 20^th August 2020; or,

You can extend the ITK until the Covid-19 Pandemic period at Indonesia is declared over / there is no means of transportation to leave Indonesia / there are new rules related to visas and residence permits, with validity period of 30 days given for each time extension.

You can apply for a new Visit Visa or Residence Permit as per requirements through https://visa-online.imigation.go.id/ without leaving the territory of Indonesia.

ITK holders can apply for status transfer to ITAS in accordance with applicable regulation.

Every visa application and residence permit must have a guarantor who takes responsibility during your presence in Indonesia.

D. Holders of Visit Visa Permits Visit several times (Multiple-Entry Visitor Visa D212)

If the ITK validity period has ended, you must leave Indonesian territory by the latest 20th August 2020; or,

You can extend the ITK until the Covid-19 Pandemic period in Indonesia is declared over / there is no means of transportation to leave the region Indonesia / there are new rules related to visas and residence permits, with validity periods of 30 days given for each time extension.

You can apply for a new Visit Visa or Residence Permit as per requirements through https://visa-online.imigation.go.id/ without leaving the territory of Indonesia.

ITK holders can apply for status transfer to ITAS in accordance with applicable regulation.

Every visa application and residence permit must have a guarantor who takes responsibility during your presence in Indonesia

E. APEC Business Travel Card Holder (APEC Business Travel Card)

If the validity period of your Stay Permit (ITK) has expired, you must leave Indonesia by the latest 20^th August 2020; or,

You can extend the ITK until the Covid-19 Pandemic period at Indonesia is declared over / there is no means of transportation to leave the region Indonesia / there are new rules related to visas and residence permits, with validity periods of 30 days given for each time extension.

You can apply for a new Visit Visa or Residence Permit as per requirements through https://visa-online.imigation.go.id/ without leaving the territory of Indonesia.

Every visa application and residence permit must have a guarantor who takes responsibility during your presence in Indonesia.

F. Holders of Stay Permit from a Current Visit Visa Arrival (Visa on Arrival)

If the period of Stay Permit (ITK) from your VOA has expired and cannot be extended, you are required to leave the territory of Indonesia by the latest 20^th August 2020; or,

You can apply for a new Visit Visa or Residence Permit as per requirements through https://visa-online.imigation.go.id/ without leaving the territory of Indonesia.

Every visa application and residence permit must have a guarantor who takes responsibility during your presence in Indonesia.

G. Visa-Free Holders (Visa Exemption) currently in Indonesia

If the Stay Permit (ITK) period has ended, you must leave Indonesian territory by the latest 20^th August 2020; or,

You can apply for a new Visit Visa or Residence Permit in accordance with the requirements through https://visa-online.imigation.go.id/.tanpa without having to leave Indonesian territory.

Every visa application and residence permit must have a guarantor who takes responsibility during your presence in Indonesia.

H. Crew Visit holders in Indonesia

If the Stay Permit (ITK) period of your Crew Visit has ended, you must leave Indonesian territory by the latest 20^th August 2020; or,

You can apply for a new Visit Visa or Residence Permit as per requirements through https://visa-online.imigation.go.id/ without leaving the territory of Indonesia.

Every visa application and residence permit must have a guarantor who takes responsibility during your presence in Indonesia.

Visa and Telex Visa

ITK and ITAS holders who already have a Telex Visa (issued since 1^st December 2019) and currently in Indonesia,

You can apply for ITK and ITAS at the local immigration office without leaving Indonesian territory and without applying visa at Indonesian Embassy abroad.

Proof of visa payment at the local immigration office is considered as a Proof of Visa Possession.

For Telex holders of Visit Visa, your passport will be stamped Visitation Permit by the local immigration office.

For Telex holders of Limited Stay Visa, your passport will be stamped a Limited Stay Permit as well as a Re-Entry Permit by local immigration office.

For Telex issued from 1^st December 2019 – 22^nd July 2020, the period of Visit Permit / Limited Stay Permit validity will be counted from the date of submission of ITK / ITAS application at the immigration office.

Telex issued after 23^rd July 2020, the period of Visit Permit / Limited Stay Permit validity will be counted from the Telex Visa issuance date.

We appreciate overall these updates may seem quite confusing, so if you have a question or need assistance, feel free to contact the LetsMoveIndonesia team. E: info@letsmoveindonesia.com or T: 021 300 297 27

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Last updated 16:25 23rd July 2020

Indonesia Visit Visa & Telex Holder News Update

In connection with the dynamics that occur in the community related to the residence permit of foreigners in Indonesia, the latest regulation number IMI-GR.01.01-3558 has been just issued from the Indonesian Immigration Authority dated 22^nd July 2020 to reaffirm the status of residence permits for Visit Visa holders including APEC card holders, as well as arrangements for foreigners currently in Indonesia who are holding Telex Visa.

Foreign nationals who possess a visit visa (ITK) and have obtained a free emergency visa (ITKT) due to the Covid 19 Pandemic can continue to extend their residence permit if they are unable to leave the territory of Indonesia due to lack of transportation.

The foreigners holding ITK referred to above include Multiple Entry Business Visa holders (D212) and APEC card holders, with an extension period of 30 days.

Foreigners who hold ITK and Business Visa 212 holders who have obtained an extension of residence permit can apply for transfer to ITAS status after fulfilling the requirements in accordance with applicable regulations.

Foreigners who hold ITAS and ITAP holders whose permit has expired can apply for a telex for a Visit Visa or a telex for a Limited Stay Visa through the Immigration Directorate’s online application after fulfilling the requirements in accordance with applicable regulations.

Foreigners who already have a telex visa referred to in the above point, can apply for ITK or ITAS after paying a visa cost to the local immigration office without leaving Indonesia and without applying for a visa to the Indonesian representative abroad.

Expired KITAS and KITAP holders who will return to their country of origin or leave the territory of Indonesia for any reason, may leave Indonesia within 30 days from the enactment of this Circular Affirmation.

Foreigners holding Bebas Visa Kunjungan (BVK / Visa Exemption) who have obtained an Emergency Stay Permit must leave Indonesia within 30 days.

Visa Exemption (free 30 days) holders and Crew Visit holder can apply for a telex of Visit Visa (ITK) or a telex of Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) through Immigration Online system in accordance with applicable regulations.

Visa Exemption holders who have obtained Telex Visa referred to the above point can apply for a Visit Visa (ITK) or Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) after paying visa PNBP fee to the local immigration office without having to leave Indonesia and without applying for a visa to the Indonesian representative abroad.

Visa fees are paid using a type of PNBP service by making a symphony billing as the basis for payment.

PNBP payment proof is considered as a proof of having a visa.

Foreign passports of Visit Visa Telex holders are given a stamp of granting/extending ‘’Visit Stay’’.

Foreign passports of Limited Stay Visa Telex are given a stamp of granting/extending a Limited Stay Permit as well as Re-entry Permit ‘’Limited Stay & Re-entry’’

Foreigners who already have Telex currently in Indonesia

Foreigners who have had a Telex Visa since 1^st December 2019 who are currently in Indonesia can apply for Visit Visa (ITK) and Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) after paying Visa fees to the local immigration office without leaving Indonesia and without applying for a visa to the Indonesia Representative abroad.

Residence Permit Counting

For foreigners who already have a telex visa issued since 1^st December 2019 until the issuance of this Circular Affirmation, the granting of the residence permit is in accordance with ITK and ITAS submission date to the local immigration office.For foreigners who already have a telex visa which is issued after the issuance date of this Circular Affirmation, the granting of the residence permit is in accordance with the issuance date of the Telex Visa.

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Last updated 14:55 13th July 2020

Starting today, 13^th July 2020, Indonesia is putting an end to the free emergency residence permit and applying the new policy related to the status of foreigner’s permits, inside and outside the territory of Indonesia.

The new Circular Letter number IMI-GR.01.01-1102 of 2020 which has just taken effect today concerning immigration residence permit in the New Normal order, regulates several important points for Visit Visa holders (ITK/Izin Tinggal Kunjungan), Limited Stay Permits (ITAS) and Permanent Stay Permit (ITAP).

As with all new policies, these may be subject to change, although this is what we understand so far:

1. ITAS and ITAP Holders Who Are Currently Outside Indonesia

Foreigners who are ITAS (Limited Stay Permit) and ITAP (Permanent Stay Permit) and/or IMK (Izin Masuk Kembali/Re-entry Permit) holders whose validity period has expired and are abroad, who have obtained an approval letter from the Ministry / Technical Institution and in the context of family reunification, to kindly re-enter Indonesia to extend their residence permit in the local immigration office, within 60 days from the issuance of the Circular.

2. Extension of ITK (Visit Permit), ITAS (Limited Stay Permit), and ITAP (Permanent Stay Permit) that is still valid

Foreigners who are ITK, ITAS and ITAP holders who are still valid and are in Indonesia, can apply for an extension of their residence permit at the Immigration Office in accordance with statutory provisions.

3. Returning ITKT (Izin Tinggal Keadaan Terpaksa/Emergency Visa) Holder Status

A. ITK holder (Visit Visa Holder)

Foreign ITK holders who have obtained ITKT, can extend their residence permit based on the previous ITK during the Covid-19 pandemic period has not ended and there is no means of transportation to leave the territory of Indonesia.

Foreigners who have extended ITK as referred can apply for the transfer of status to ITAS in accordance with statutory provisions.Extension as referred to must be made within 30 days from the date of issuance of this Circular Letter.

As advised by the immigration office of South Jakarta, the visit visa extension is applicable to Social Culture Visa holders (211A), Business Visa holders (211B and 212), and Visa on Arrival holders, by submitting the application requirements along with the valid proof of the foreigner cannot leave.

B. ITAS holder (Limited Stay Permit)

Foreign ITAS holders who have obtained ITKT can apply for an extension of the residence permit based on previous ITAS in accordance with statutory provisions. Foreigners who have extended ITAS as referred to in letter a) can apply for the transfer of status to ITAP in accordance with statutory provisions.Foreign ITAS holders who have obtained ITKT and cannot be extended in accordance with applicable regulations must leave Indonesian territory within 30 days from the issuance of this Circular Letter.

C. ITAP holder (Permanent Stay Permit)

Foreign ITAP holders who have obtained ITKT can apply for an extension of the residence permit based on the previous ITAP.

Foreign ITAP holders who have obtained ITKT and cannot be extended in accordance with applicable regulations must leave the territory of Indonesia no later than 30 days from the issuance of this Circular Letter.

Foreigners who do not meet the provisions are subject to Immigration Administrative Measures in accordance with statutory provisions.

4. Visa on Arrival Holders

Foreigners holding VKSK who have obtained ITKT can extend their residence permit based on their previous VKSK until the Covid-19 pandemic period ends and there is no means of transportation to leave Indonesian territory.

The extension must be made within 30 days from the issuance of this Circular Letter.

Foreigners who do not meet the provisions referred to in point 1) and 2) are subject to Immigration Administrative Measures in accordance with statutory provisions.

5. Free Visa Holders

Foreigners holding BVK who have obtained ITKT must leave the territory of Indonesia within 30 days from the issuance of this Circular.

Foreigners who do not meet the provisions referred to in number 1) are subject to Immigration Administrative Measures in accordance with statutory provisions.

6. Holders of Visit Permit (ITK), Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) Who Already Have A Telex Visa

Foreigners who hold ITK and ITAS who already have a telex visa, who are in the territory of Indonesia can apply for the provision of ITK and ITAS to the local immigration office without leaving Indonesia and without applying for a visa to an Indonesian representative abroad.
ITK and ITAS as referred to in number 1) are granted after paying the Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP) visa fees at the local Immigration Office in accordance with Government Regulation No. 28 of 2019 concerning Types and Rates of Non-Tax State Revenues Applicable to the Ministry of Law and Rights Indonesian Human Rights.
The visa fee as referred to in number 2) is paid by using the VKSK and VITAS services on Arrival by first making a Billing Simponi as the basis for payment.
Proof of payment of VKSK and VITAS PNBP Upon Arrival as referred to in number 3) is considered as Proof of Having a Visa.

As stated previously, the regulations are subject to change, as always; LetsMoveIndonesia will continue to make updates as and when we receive them.

We have also kept an eye on the Immigration offices Instagram page, and below are screenshots of conversations with them:

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Last updated 11:30 30th June 2020

If your KITAS/KITAP expired during the pandemic, you can now enter Indonesia.

The Indonesian government still imposes travel restrictions for foreign nationals (foreigners) both to and from the territory of Indonesia to reduce the number of positive cases of the corona virus pandemic (Covid-19) in the country.

Restrictions on travelers through immigration gates are also still carried out based on the Regulation No. 11 of 2020 from Minister of Law and Human Rights which has taken force since 2^nd April 2020 concerning Temporary Prohibitions of Foreigners Entering the Territory of Republic of Indonesia.

However, exceptions are given in several categories such as KITAS/KITAP holders, foreigners holding diplomatic and services visas, medical aid and support staff, humanitarian reasons, transport crews and people who will work on national strategic projects with the approval of the Directorate General of Immigration. But subsequently, the regulation has expanded in the form of Circular Letter No. IMI-GR.01.01-2493 of 2020 which came into effect since 6^th May 2020 concerning the procedures for granting entry permits for holders of ITAS/ITAP/IMK (Return Permit/MERP)/Visa Approval/Visa which have expired.

In that Circular, which was signed by the Director General of Immigration, Jhoni Ginting, there were a number of points relating to the procedures for the Immigration officers to give permission for foreigners who were allowed to or were excluded from entering Indonesia.

This Circular regulates:

a. The procedure for granting entry permits for working or non-working (family union) ITAP holders, whose Entry Permit has expired and are abroad.

b. The procedure for granting entry permits for working and non-working (family union) ITAS holders, which expires and are abroad.

c. The procedure for reactivation through the system of Approval / Telex Visa which expires after the Covid19 pandemic status is declared over by the Authority.

d. The procedure for reactivation through the Visa system which expires after the Covid19 pandemic status is declared over by the Authority.

e. The procedure for granting a working or non-working ITAS/ITAP extension which expires and within Indonesia.

Granting Entry Permission:

1. For working or non-working (family union) ITAS/ITAP holders which expires and are abroad;

2. For working or non-working (family union) ITAP holders, whose Return Permit has been expired;

is given with the following procedures:

a. The Immigration which is in charge of Soekarno Hatta – Jakarta, Juanda – Surabaya, Ngurah Rai – Bali, Kualanamu – Medan, Hang Nadim – Batam, Batam Center – Batam, Citra Tritunas – Batam, are given the authority to grant a Permission Status of Forced Entry (ITKT Entry/ITKT Masuk) in the form of Hexagon Stamp without questioning the validity period of IMKT/ITAS.

b. Immigration Officials input every transaction that provides ITKT Entry that is available in the Crossing Application.

c. This ITKT-Entry granting is not an automatic extension of working/non-working/Investor ITAS or ITAP holders.

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