The Indonesian government has made regulatory updates enabling the extension of visit stay permits for a continuous stay of up to 180 days without the need to leave Indonesia.

Key Points:

  • Previously, holders of multiple-entry visit visas were permitted to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 60 days per entry, after which they were required to exit the country before reentering.
  • Regulatory updates now allow for two extensions of 60 days each, enabling a continuous stay of up to 180 days without the need to leave Indonesia.
  • The extension process may require the physical presence of the foreign national at the local immigration office for certain categories of activity, which may include interviews, data verification and biometric procedures (particularly where immigration authorities identify inconsistencies or discrepancies in the submitted documentation).
  • Permitted activities eligible for the extension include:
    • Foreign worker trial
    • Internships
    • Pre-investment
    • Business
    • Installation and repair of machinery
    • After-sales service
    • Audits, production quality control or inspections at company branches
    • Lectures or seminar attendance
    • Comparative studies, short courses and short training
  • For extensions of multiple-entry visit visas not related to the above-listed activities (such as for tourism or family visits), the process may proceed without the need for interviews or biometric procedures, subject to the discretion and approval of the immigration office.
  • Details on the different visit visa permit types can be found on the Official e-Visa Website for Indonesia.

Additional Information: It is important to note that while the length of stay per visit may now be extended, the multiple-entry visa itself remains valid for only one year from the date of issuance. Indonesian immigration policies are dynamic and frequently updated, with implementation often subject to the interpretation and discretion of local immigration officers. As such, variations in practice may occur across different jurisdictions. Because the regulatory updates were issued in March 2025, local immigration offices may require time to adjust their internal procedures accordingly.

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The Indonesian government has launched a new remote worker visa.

‌Key Points:

  • Eligible foreign nationals may obtain the new remote worker visa and reside in Indonesia while working remotely on behalf of employers located outside the country for up to one year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year.
  • Applicants must hold a passport that is valid for at least six months, have a bank statement with a balance of at least US$2,000 (or equivalent) in the three months leading up to the filing of the application and earn a minimum annual income of at least US$60,000 (or equivalent).
  • Eligible foreign nationals must also present a recent photograph and an employment contract with the company located outside Indonesia.

Additional Information: It is recommended that applicants have a passport that is valid for at least 18 months when applying to satisfy the passport validity requirement for a one-year limited stay permit which is 12 months.

BAL Analysis: The government is undertaking measures to create more accessible visa application options for eligible foreign nationals. The new visa is designed to attract more highly specialized workers and is a welcome change for those who qualify and wish to work remotely in Indonesia.

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The Indonesian government transitioned to a new e-visa website for all future visa applications.

‌Key Points:

  • The previous electronic visa application system service has transferred to a new website.
  • The new platform is designed to simplify the visa application process and attract more tourists and business interests.

Additional Information: The government launched a new electronic visa on arrival (e-VOA) platform in 2022. The e-VOA is designed for foreign nationals to complete applications pre-departure or during transit and includes online payment options. The government is undertaking measures to create more accessible visa application options.

BAL Analysis: The new website should benefit employees and employers by simplifying and expediting the visa process. Employers should re-register their existing online account into the new system as soon as possible. Visa processing delays may occur initially due to the transition to the new website.

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IMPACT — MEDIUM

The Indonesian government announced that it has ended COVID-19 visa policies for those applying for certain visas and permits.

Key Points:

  • As of July 3, foreign nationals applying for work and stay permits at the Ministry of Manpower are no longer required to have:
    • Proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
    • A statement letter of willingness to comply with health policies in Indonesia.
    • Health or travel insurance covering COVID-19.
  • Indonesian authorities have yet to announce if the requirements above have been lifted for single entry visa or multiple entry visa applications.
  • Foreign nationals can no longer apply for new work and stay permits and single entry visas while in Indonesia; they must now leave the country and reapply.

Additional Information: Indonesian authorities have removed COVID-19 checkpoints at airports and seaports, and officials will no longer request proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

BAL Analysis: Indonesian authorities ended COVID-19 policies for some visa applications as the virus situation around the world has improved.

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IMPACT — MEDIUM

The Indonesian government announced its mandatory annual reporting deadline for foreign nationals.

Key Points:

  • Indonesian employers must submit an Annual Manpower Report to the Ministry of Manpower by Jan. 10, 2023. The report must include:
    • Foreign nationals who currently work at the company.
    • The implementation of education and training of Indonesian Counterpart.
    • Foreign nationals who have canceled their work permits while working at the company in the past year.
  • Employers who fail to report before Jan. 10, 2023, may face administrative fines or other penalties.
  • More information regarding requirements for the Annual Manpower Report is available here.

BAL Analysis: Employers are reminded to submit the Annual Manpower Report to the MOM as early as possible to avoid possible delays and complications.

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IMPACT — MEDIUM

The Indonesian government recently introduced an electronic visa on arrival (e-VOA) for some foreign nationals.

Key Points:

  • Indonesian authorities introduced the e-VOA for nationals of 26 countries, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States.
  • To be qualify for e-VOA, nationals of eligible countries must:
    • Have a passport with at least six months of validity.
    • Pay the Visa on Arrival fee of 500,000 IDR (about US$32).
    • Have a ticket that indicates the date of departure from Indonesia.
    • Have other relevant documents as requested by the country’s COVID-19 task force.
  • Travelers holding e-VOAs can enter Indonesia for 30 days (extendable for an additional 30 days) for certain reasons other than tourism, including the purchasing of goods, government duties and transit to another country. Business meetings may also be permitted in some instances.
  • Foreign nationals must enter Indonesia within 90 day of receiving their e-VOA through the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta or the Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali; otherwise, they must apply for a new visa to enter the country.

Additional Information: The e-VOA differs from the recently relaunched Visa on Arrival in that it allows eligible foreign nationals to apply for the e-VOA before their departure to Indonesia. The regular VOA must be purchased by travelers upon arrival at the VOA counter before the immigration checkpoint.

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IMPACT — MEDIUM

The Indonesian government recently implemented an insurance requirement for employers hiring short-term foreign workers.

Key Points:

  • As of Nov. 8, employers must purchase ASTAKA insurance before hiring foreign workers for less than six months.
  • To fulfill the insurance requirement, employers must take the following steps through this website:
    • Register their company through the ASTAKA website.
    • Purchase insurance for each foreign worker to be hired.
    • Activate the insurance after it is issued.
  • ASTAKA insurance cannot be substituted with foreign workers’ personal health insurance issued in their home country.
  • Companies can choose ASTAKA insurance for one, three or six months at 762,000 IDR (about US$49), 1,715,000 IDR or 2,477,000 IDR, respectively.

BAL Analysis: Indonesian authorities introduced the new ASTAKA insurance requirement to better protect short-term foreign workers’ rights while they live and work in Indonesia.

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IMPACT — MEDIUM

The Indonesian government recently announced that it will introduce a so-called second-home visa for investors.

Key Points:

  • Beginning Dec. 24, foreign nationals will be able to submit applications for the visa, which will allow investors to live in Indonesia for up to 10 years.
  • To be eligible for the visa, applicants must:
    • Hold a passport with at least 36 months’ validity.
    • Have at least 2 billion IDR (about US$128,000) in an Indonesian state-owned bank.
    • Submit their current resume and a new passport photo.
  • Visa holders will be permitted to own property in Indonesia but will not be provided work authorization.
  • Visa applications must be submitted through this website; more information is available here.

BAL Analysis: The Indonesian government introduced the second-home visa to attract more foreign nationals to live in Indonesia.

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The Indonesian government has announced that it will reopen the Multiple Entry Business Visa (MEBV) program.

Key Points:

  • Foreign nationals will soon be able to apply for the MEBV to conduct business meetings, visit family, plan investments or carry out official government duties in Indonesia.
  • The MEBV is valid for 12 months and allows individuals to stay in the country for up to 60 consecutive days.
  • MEBV holders can now apply for an extension to stay in the country for an additional 60 days if needed.
  • Applicants must file their MEBV application at the Directorate General of Immigration in Jakarta.

Additional Information: The MEBV is available to all nationalities; more information regarding the MEBV is available here.

BAL Analysis: The reopening of the MEBV is welcome news as the visa has been closed to applications since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The MEBV application is expected to be available within the next month.

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IMPACT – MEDIUM

The Indonesian government has resumed its Visa on Arrival program and relaxed COVID-19 entry rules.

Key Points:

  • As of Sept. 15, Indonesian authorities have resumed the Visa on Arrival program for nationals of 86 countries, including Australia, Brazil, China, India, the U.S. and most of the EU.
  • To be qualify for Visa on Arrival, nationals of eligible countries must:
    • Have a passport with at least six months of validity.
    • Pay the Visa on Arrival fee of 500,000 IDR.
    • Have a ticket that indicates the date of departure from Indonesia.
    • Have other relevant documents as requested by the country’s COVID-19 task force.
  • Travelers who are eligible for a visa exemption or the Visa on Arrival program can enter Indonesia for certain reasons other than tourism, including business meetings, the purchasing of goods, government duties and transit to another country. Business meeting may be permitted in some instances.

Additional Information: Travelers who are fully vaccinated no longer have to take a PCR test upon arrival or have COVID-19 insurance coverage to enter the country. Travelers who are not fully vaccinated must take a PCR test upon arrival and wait for a negative result at a designated hotel.

BAL Analysis: Foreign nationals who plan to use the Visa on Arrival program should check with local immigration authorities before traveling to Indonesia as some do not allow Visa on Arrival travelers to participate in business meetings. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

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