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AI Immigration Advisor
Bali Zero handles visas, company setup, tax and property compliance in Indonesia. Ask us directly on WhatsApp.
Chat with Bali Zero on WhatsAppPlanning 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.
| 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 |
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
| 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 |
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:
Your only options are E-VOA (instant) or B211A (3-5 days). KITAS and above are not possible in this timeframe.
E33G Remote Worker visa is achievable if your documents are already prepared. B211A is comfortable with time to spare.
E25B Director KITAS and E311A Retirement KITAS are achievable. Start RPTKA preparation immediately.
All visa types including E28A Investor KITAS and KITAP are achievable. Golden Visa should begin the investment structuring phase.
Golden Visa is achievable with comfortable margins for delays. This is also the ideal timeline for KITAP applications.
Need help planning your visa timeline? Bali Zero provides personalized visa timelines with milestone tracking. We handle every stage from document preparation to KITAS card collection.