Indonesia digital nomad visa: Complete guide 2026

Indonesia is vast, varied, and impossible to pin down — 17,000 islands, a dozen living languages, and an extraordinary range of places to live and work from. From Bali’s surfside cafés and emerald rice fields to Yogyakarta’s royal courts and volcanic landscapes, the variety is extraordinary. Add a cost of living that stretches a dollar further than almost anywhere in Southeast Asia, and the case makes itself.

On April 1, 2024, Indonesia launched the E33G Remote Worker Visa, providing a clear legal pathway for remote employees of foreign companies to live in the country for up to one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. This guide covers everything you need to know: who qualifies, what documents you need, and every other step of the process.

Who Can Apply: Eligibility Requirements

Nationality Restrictions

Citizens of the following countries are explicitly excluded from applying: Afghanistan, Cameroon, Guinea, Israel, Kosovo, Liberia, Nigeria, North Korea, and Somalia. All other nationalities are eligible, regardless of country of residence.

Work Requirements

You must be employed by a company registered outside Indonesia and carry out your work remotely on their behalf. The visa is built around a single work category: an employment contract with a foreign-registered company. You are prohibited from working for Indonesian companies or clients, or receiving any compensation from individuals or entities in Indonesia. Freelancers without a formal employment contract with a foreign company do not qualify.

Income Requirements

You must earn a minimum of $60,000 per year, equivalent to $5,000 per month, from your overseas employer. You will need to demonstrate this through your employment contract and supporting pay documentation. In addition, you must show a minimum bank balance of $2,000 held consistently in your personal account across the three months preceding your application.

Passport Validity

Your passport must be valid for at least 12 months at the time of application. Ensure your passport also has at least three blank pages available.

Documents You’ll Need to Prepare

All documents must be in English or accompanied by a certified English translation. Prepare clear, high-resolution digital scans of each item.

Passport

A color scan of the biographical data page of your passport.

Photograph

A recent passport-style photograph against a white or red background, size 4x6cm, front-facing.

Employment Contract

Your contract must be with a company registered outside Indonesian territory and must state your full legal name, your role, and your salary. The stated salary must reflect a minimum of $5,000 per month. The contract must be currently in force.

Proof of Income

Supporting evidence that you are being paid at the stated salary. This means recent payslips showing payments at or above $5,000 per month.

Bank Statement

Personal bank statements covering the three months immediately preceding your application, showing a minimum sustained balance of $2,000. Statements must be official bank documents, not screenshots from a mobile app.

Curriculum Vitae

A current CV summarizing your professional background and employment history. This should correspond with the employment contract you are submitting.

Proof of Accommodation

A signed lease agreement, hotel booking confirmation, or serviced apartment reservation showing your intended address in Indonesia. This address will become your registered address on your KITAS (Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas, or Limited Stay Permit Card), issued after arrival. If your address changes after the KITAS is issued, you are required under Indonesian immigration law to update your permit.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Prepare your documents

Assemble everything listed in the documents section above.

Step 2: Go to the official e-visa portal

Go to evisa.imigrasi.go.id and click Apply. Select your country, then set your main purpose of visit to professional or employment, and your sub-purpose to remote worker. Under visa type select E33G, set your intended stay to one year, and click Detail & Login to proceed with the rest of the application.

Step 3: Complete the application form

Fill in your personal details as they appear in your passport. Enter your Indonesian accommodation address, your employer’s details, and your income information. Double-check every field before proceeding.

Step 4: Upload your documents

Upload each required document in the file format specified by the portal. Poor-quality scans are a common cause of delays and rejections.

Step 5: Pay the visa fee

The government visa fee of IDR 2,700,000 (approximately $160) can be paid via SIMPONI (Indonesia’s government payment system) or by Mastercard, Visa, or JCB credit or debit card.

Step 6: Wait for a decision

Standard processing takes approximately 10 to 14 business days from the date of payment. Priority processing reduces this to around 7 business days at an additional cost. Budget at least three weeks of lead time to be safe.

Step 7: Download your visa and enter within 90 days

Once approved, you will receive an email with a download link for your electronic visa. Print it or save it digitally for presentation at the border. You must enter Indonesia within 90 days of the issue date. The visa is void if you do not.

Once You’re Approved

The E33G is your entry document, but it does not by itself authorize your stay. Once you arrive in Indonesia, you must visit your local immigration office to apply for a KITAS (Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas), which translates as Limited Stay Permit Card. This is the permit that legally authorizes your residence in the country. At the immigration office, your photograph and fingerprints will be taken. The KITAS is valid for one year from the date of entry and is the document you will use to open a bank account, sign a lease, and carry out most administrative tasks in Indonesia. This step is mandatory and cannot be skipped or completed remotely.

If you are already in Indonesia, whether you can apply from within the country depends on how you entered. Most visitors arrive on a Visa on Arrival (VOA), which does not allow conversion to an E33G — you will need to leave Indonesia and re-enter on the E33G once approved. If you entered on a C1 Tourist Visit Visa (also known as the 211A), conversion to a KITAS from within the country is possible without leaving.

Costs and Fees to Expect

Visa and Permit Fees

The government fee for the E33G is IDR 2,700,000 (approximately $160), paid through the official portal at the time of application. This fee is non-refundable and includes the KITAS.

Document Preparation Expenses

Factor in the following potential costs:

• Certified translations into English: $5 to $20 per page

• Passport photos: $5 to $15

The Bali Tourism Levy

If entering through Bali, the provincial government requires all foreign visitors to pay a tourism levy of IDR 150,000 (approximately $9). This can be paid before departure via the Love Bali website or app, or on arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport. It is not a visa fee but a local entry charge specific to Bali.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can freelancers apply for the E33G?

Not under current rules. The E33G requires a formal employment or services contract with a company registered outside Indonesia. Independent freelancers working across multiple clients without such a contract do not meet the work requirement.

What is the minimum income requirement?

$60,000 per year, or $5,000 per month. This must be demonstrated through your employment contract and supporting pay documentation.

How long does processing take?

Standard processing takes 10 to 14 business days from the date of payment. Priority processing reduces this to around 7 business days at an additional cost. Budget at least three weeks of lead time.

Can I bring my family?

Yes. Spouses and children are eligible to apply for a dependent visa linked to the E33G holder’s permit. Each dependent must submit their own supporting documents, including proof of their relationship to the primary holder.

Can I apply while already in Indonesia?

It depends on how you entered. Most visitors arrive on a Visa on Arrival, which does not allow conversion — you will need to leave Indonesia and re-enter once your E33G is approved. If you entered on a C1 Tourist Visit Visa (211A), you can convert to a KITAS from within the country without leaving.

Will I pay taxes in Indonesia?

If your income is generated entirely from outside Indonesia and paid by a foreign employer, you are generally not subject to Indonesian income tax. However, if you spend more than 183 days in Indonesia in a tax year, you may become a tax resident and your worldwide income could become subject to Indonesian tax. The rules are subject to change. Consult a qualified tax professional if planning an extended stay.

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