Retirement KITAS

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Retirement KITAS – Who is it for and what are the benefits?

Retiring on an exotic island surrounded by sun, sea and sand is a dream for many people. Indonesia is a stunning archipelago comprising of thousands of islands all with their very own character and charm. Therefore, it is no wonder why every year, people decide to enjoy their retirement years on one of Indonesia’s paradise islands.

To obtain a retirement visa, the process is relatively simple and the requirements are fairly straightforward. 

Once you have obtained your Retirement Visa, there are a multitude of benefits, which include:

Updates on The Retirement KITAS Regulation

As of 22nd of August 2023, The Ministry of Immigration Indonesia released a new regulation that allows expatriates seeking to retire in Indonesia to be able to extend their stay for up to 5 years. 

The new regulation stipulates that expatriates with age above 60 years old who are able to provide a statement of their minimum monthly pension fund of USD 3,000 can apply for the five-year scheme of Retirement KITAS.

Requirements to apply for the new 5-year Retirement KITAS:

Requirement Updates to apply for the new 1-year Retirement KITAS:

What requirements do I need, in order for me to obtain a Retirement KITAS?

Aside from the age prerequisites, an applicant for a Retirement Visa will also need to:

Currently, most countries are entitled to apply for a retirement visa with the exception of; Afghanistan, Guinea, Israel, North Korea, Cameroon, Liberia, Niger, Nigeria and Somalia.

Steps to get your Retirement KITAS

  1. Provide all documentation relevant to the KITAS and we will verify to ensure a successful application
  2. All documentation will be uploaded to the online immigration system. Once the visa is authorized the applicant will receive an E-Visa (Electronic Visa), which they will need to print
  3. The applicant may now enter Indonesia using the E-Visa
  4. Upon arrival to Indonesia, the applicant will need to do a biometric; whereby they take a profile photo, as well as provide fingerprints
  5. The KITAS (Stay Permit) will be issued and given to the applicant within 3 Days
  6. Within 14 Days of the KITAS issuance, you must register at the civil departments, whereby you will obtain your SKSKPS (Certificate of Family Formation of Temporary Residents) & STM (Police Certificate)

Common questions

Is it possible to apply for a Retirement KITAS Offshore?

As of 9th January 2024, the application for Retirement KITAS can be done Offshore through the new online gateway: evisa.imigrasi.go.id.

Can I still convert my Visa to Retirement KITAS Onshore?

Yes, the conversion scheme from other visas to Retirement KITAS is still applicable. 

How long does a Retirement Visa last for?

The retirement visa has a duration of 1 – 5 year.

Is there a maximum number of times I can extend the retirement visa?

Yes, there is. The Retirement KITAS is only extendable for a maximum of 5 times with annual extensions.

Can I apply for a Permanent Stay Permit (KITAP)

You can apply for a KITAP, however you will need to have obtained a Retirement Visa for the previous 5 years.

To process the initial visa, will I have to visit an Indonesian Embassy? If so where?

Up until October 2020, it was mandatory for all visas to be collected from an Indonesian Embassy overseas, however, now the Indonesian’s Immigration Authorities can offer Electronic Visas (E-Visas).

Check out the link before to find everything you need to know about the E-Visa!

If we are a couple and we both want to retire in Indonesia, do we both need to apply for a retirement visa?

The simple answer is no. If one of you applies for a retirement visa, the spouse can apply for a dependant visa.

The retirement visa requires quite a lot of supporting documentation and not all people can provide it. Therefore, we would recommend applying for one retirement visa and one dependant visa.

Can I bring my children with me?

You can bring children with you if they are under 18 years old. They will require a dependant visa.

Will I need to pay taxes?

You can bring children with you if they are under 18 years old. They will require a dependant visa.

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Christyana Haryono
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