Master Timeline: All Indonesia Visa Types Compared
Planning your move to Indonesia starts with understanding how long each visa takes to process. Whether you need to be in Bali next week or can plan months ahead, this guide helps you choose the right visa based on your timeline.
All processing times below represent working days (Monday-Friday, excluding Indonesian national holidays) and assume complete documentation submitted on the first attempt.
Quick Reference: Processing Time Overview
| Visa Type | Code | Total Processing Time | Stages | Can Apply From Abroad? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-VOA | - | Instant - 24 hours | 1 | Yes (online only) |
| Visa Free | - | Instant (at airport) | 1 | No (on arrival) |
| B211A Social Visit | B211A | 3-5 working days | 2 | Yes |
| B211A Business Visit | B211A | 3-5 working days | 2 | Yes |
| E23 Employee KITAS | E23 | 30-45 working days | 4 | Must enter on telex |
| E25B Director KITAS | E25B | 30-45 working days | 4 | Must enter on telex |
| E28A Investor KITAS | E28A | 45-60 working days | 4 | Must enter on telex |
| E33G Remote Worker | E33G | 14-21 working days | 3 | Yes |
| E33E Child Dependent | E33E | 21-30 working days | 3 | Must enter on telex |
| E33F Spouse Dependent | E33F | 21-30 working days | 3 | Must enter on telex |
| E311A Retirement | E311A | 30-45 working days | 3 | Must enter on telex |
| Second Home Visa | SHV | 14-30 working days | 2 | Yes |
| KITAP | - | 60-90 working days | 3 | No (must hold KITAS) |
| Golden Visa (5yr) | - | 90-120 working days | 5 | Yes |
| Golden Visa (10yr) | - | 90-120 working days | 5 | Yes |
Detailed Timeline Breakdowns
E-VOA (Electronic Visa on Arrival)
Total: Instant to 24 hours
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Online application | 15 minutes | Fill form on molina.imigrasi.go.id |
| Payment processing | Instant | Credit card charged IDR 500,000 |
| Approval email | 1-24 hours | PDF approval letter sent to email |
| Airport immigration | 5-10 minutes | Passport stamped on arrival |
Document Checklist:
- Passport (valid 6+ months, 2 blank pages)
- Passport photo (digital, white background)
- Credit/debit card for payment
- Proof of onward travel (return flight or next destination)
B211A Social/Cultural Visit Visa
Total: 3-5 working days
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Document preparation | 1-2 days | Gather sponsor letter, documents |
| Online submission | 30 minutes | Submit via molina.imigrasi.go.id |
| Immigration review | 2-3 working days | Case officer reviews application |
| Approval notification | Same day as review | Email notification with visa approval |
| Entry to Indonesia | Within 90 days | Must enter before visa expires |
Document Checklist:
- Passport (valid 12+ months)
- Passport photo (4x6 cm, white background, digital)
- Sponsor letter from Indonesian citizen or institution
- Bank statement (minimum USD 2,000 balance)
- Return flight or onward travel proof
- Travel itinerary
- Accommodation proof (hotel booking or invitation letter)
E25B Director KITAS
Total: 30-45 working days
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| RPTKA preparation | 3-5 days | Compile company and personal documents |
| RPTKA submission (Kemnaker) | 10-15 working days | Ministry of Manpower reviews and approves |
| Telex visa application | 5-10 working days | Immigration HQ issues entry authorization |
| Entry to Indonesia | 1 day | Enter on telex visa |
| KITAS conversion | 5-7 working days | Local immigration office processes KITAS |
| KITAS card production | 3-5 working days | Physical card produced and collected |
| SKTT registration | 3-5 working days | Register domicile at local kelurahan |
Document Checklist:
- Passport (valid 24+ months)
- Passport photos (4x6 cm, red background, 10 copies)
- CV/resume in Bahasa Indonesia
- University degree (apostilled and translated to Indonesian)
- Company deed of establishment (Akta Pendirian)
- Company SK Menkumham (Ministry approval)
- Company NPWP (tax ID)
- Company NIB (business registration)
- Company domicile letter (SKDP)
- RPTKA application form
- Skills transfer plan (Rencana Penggunaan TKA)
- Organizational structure showing the director position
- Board of directors appointment letter (SK Direksi)
E28A Investor KITAS
Total: 45-60 working days
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Investment documentation | 5-7 days | Prepare proof of investment, company docs |
| BKPM coordination | 10-15 working days | Investment board reviews eligibility |
| RPTKA submission (Kemnaker) | 10-15 working days | Ministry of Manpower reviews |
| Telex visa application | 7-10 working days | Immigration HQ issues authorization |
| Entry to Indonesia | 1 day | Enter on telex visa |
| KITAS conversion | 5-7 working days | Local immigration processes KITAS |
| KITAS card production | 3-5 working days | Physical card produced |
Document Checklist:
- All E25B documents listed above, plus:
- Proof of investment (bank transfer records, share certificates)
- Investment plan and business projections
- BKPM registration or approval letter
- Shareholder agreement
- Company financial statements (if existing company)
- Investment realization report (LKPM) if applicable
E33G Remote Worker Visa
Total: 14-21 working days
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Document preparation | 3-5 days | Gather income proof, insurance, criminal record |
| Online application | 1 day | Submit via immigration portal |
| Immigration review | 7-10 working days | Case officer reviews income and documents |
| Visa approval | 1-2 working days | Approval notification sent |
| Entry to Indonesia | Within 90 days | Enter and activate visa |
| KITAS conversion | 3-5 working days | Local office processes stay permit |
Document Checklist:
- Passport (valid 24+ months)
- Passport photos (4x6 cm, white background)
- Proof of income USD 60,000+/year (bank statements, contract, tax return)
- Employment contract or freelance agreements with foreign entities
- Health insurance (minimum USD 25,000 coverage, valid in Indonesia)
- Criminal record clearance from home country (apostilled)
- Personal statement/cover letter explaining remote work arrangement
E311A Retirement KITAS
Total: 30-45 working days
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Document preparation | 5-7 days | Pension proof, insurance, health certificate |
| Application submission | 1 day | Submit via agent to immigration |
| Immigration review | 15-20 working days | Case officer reviews eligibility |
| Telex visa issuance | 5-7 working days | Entry authorization issued |
| Entry and KITAS conversion | 5-7 working days | Local office processes KITAS |
Document Checklist:
- Passport (valid 24+ months)
- Passport photos (4x6 cm, red background)
- Proof of pension or retirement income (minimum USD 1,500/month)
- Health insurance valid in Indonesia
- Health certificate from licensed physician
- Criminal record clearance (apostilled)
- Proof of accommodation in Indonesia (rental agreement or property)
- Indonesian health insurance or BPJS enrollment
- CV/personal history
- Statement of intent to reside in Indonesia
Second Home Visa
Total: 14-30 working days
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Financial documentation | 3-5 days | Prepare bank statements or property proof |
| Application submission | 1 day | Submit to immigration |
| Financial verification | 5-10 working days | Immigration verifies funds/property |
| Visa approval | 3-7 working days | Approval issued |
| Entry and activation | 1-3 working days | Visa activated on entry |
Document Checklist:
- Passport (valid 60+ months recommended for 5-year visa)
- Bank statements showing IDR 2,000,000,000+ balance, OR
- Property ownership documentation in Indonesia
- Health insurance valid in Indonesia
- Criminal record clearance
- Passport photos
KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit)
Total: 60-90 working days
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility verification | 5-7 days | Confirm 3+ years continuous KITAS |
| Document compilation | 5-10 days | Extensive document package preparation |
| Application submission | 1 day | Submit to local immigration office |
| Local review | 15-20 working days | Immigration office reviews and interviews |
| Jakarta HQ review | 20-30 working days | Directorate General makes final decision |
| KITAP card production | 10-15 working days | Card produced at central facility |
Document Checklist:
- Current valid KITAS
- All previous KITAS documents (3+ years of history)
- Passport (valid 60+ months)
- Passport photos (4x6 cm, red background, 15 copies)
- Bahasa Indonesia language proficiency evidence
- Knowledge of Pancasila and Indonesian culture
- Financial statements (3 years)
- Sponsor company documents (current and valid)
- Tax compliance certificates (3 years of SPT filings)
- Domicile letter (SKTT)
- Police clearance (SKCK) from Indonesian police
- Reference letters from local community (RT/RW)
Golden Visa
Total: 90-120 working days
| Stage | Duration | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Investment structuring | 10-15 days | Prepare investment vehicle and documentation |
| BKPM review | 20-30 working days | Investment board evaluates proposal |
| Immigration assessment | 15-20 working days | Immigration evaluates applicant eligibility |
| Security clearance | 15-20 working days | Background checks by relevant agencies |
| Interagency approval | 10-15 working days | Final coordination between BKPM and immigration |
| Visa issuance | 5-10 working days | Golden Visa issued |
| Entry and activation | 3-5 working days | Visa activated, stay permit granted |
Document Checklist:
- Passport (valid 60+ months for 5-year, 120+ months for 10-year)
- Proof of investment meeting minimum threshold
- For individuals: USD 350,000+ in Indonesian government bonds, deposits, or company shares
- For corporate directors: Company investment of USD 2.5M+ in Indonesia
- Detailed investment plan
- Criminal record clearance (apostilled)
- Health certificate
- Professional CV
- Financial statements (personal, 3 years)
- Company documents (if corporate application)
- Letter of intent explaining investment objectives
What Causes Delays (and How to Avoid Them)
Top 5 Delay Causes
| Cause | Typical Delay Added | Prevention |
|---|---|---|
| Incomplete documents | 2-4 weeks | Use a detailed checklist; have agent review before submission |
| Government holidays | 1-2 weeks | Check Indonesian holiday calendar before planning |
| System outages (Molina/TKA Online) | 1-5 days | Submit early; do not wait until deadline |
| Peak season backlog | 1-3 weeks | Avoid July-August and December-January |
| Apostille processing | 2-6 weeks | Start apostille process 2 months before visa application |
Indonesian National Holidays That Affect Processing
Indonesia has 15-17 national holidays per year, plus collective leave days (cuti bersama) that can add 2-4 additional non-working days around major holidays. The most impactful periods are:
- Eid al-Fitr (Lebaran): Usually 1-2 weeks of disruption (April-May, varies yearly)
- Christmas/New Year: December 24 - January 2 (minimal processing)
- Independence Day: August 17 (1 day, but often extended)
- Galungan/Kuningan (Bali): Bali immigration offices may have reduced staff
Pro Tips for Faster Processing
- Submit complete documentation on the first attempt. Every correction request resets you to the back of the queue.
- Start apostille and legalization early. This is the single longest preparatory step and cannot be expedited.
- Use a reputable agent for KITAS and above. Their existing relationships with case officers legitimately speed up processing.
- Apply during off-peak months (February-April, September-November).
- Have digital copies of everything. If a document goes missing during processing, you can resubmit immediately.
- Follow up proactively. Have your agent check status every 3-5 working days. Applications that are not followed up on can sit in a queue indefinitely.
- Ensure passport validity exceeds visa duration by at least 12 months. A passport expiring soon can trigger a review hold.
Planning Your Visa Timeline
If You Need to Be in Indonesia in 2 Weeks
Your only options are E-VOA (instant) or B211A (3-5 days). KITAS and above are not possible in this timeframe.
If You Have 1 Month to Plan
E33G Remote Worker visa is achievable if your documents are already prepared. B211A is comfortable with time to spare.
If You Have 2-3 Months to Plan
E25B Director KITAS and E311A Retirement KITAS are achievable. Start RPTKA preparation immediately.
If You Have 4-6 Months to Plan
All visa types including E28A Investor KITAS and KITAP are achievable. Golden Visa should begin the investment structuring phase.
If You Have 6+ Months to Plan
Golden Visa is achievable with comfortable margins for delays. This is also the ideal timeline for KITAP applications.
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