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Indonesia Investor Visa KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit)
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Suitable for foreign investors who want to invest in Indonesia or who have owned shares in an Indonesia company for at least four years, the KITAP must be applied for from within Indonesia. it is valid for five years and extendable for a lifetime. The Investor KITAP is one of the most desirable visas in Indonesia you can get. It is strictly for Investors that have shares within a PT PMA and have had an Investor KITAS for a minimum of 4 years prior to KITAP application.
Additionally, if you plan to travel abroad and return to Indonesia, you will need a Multiple Re-entry Permit (MERP) after two years. The MERP is valid for two years and allows you to re-enter Indonesia.
What You Can Do with an Investor KITAP
- Live in Indonesia indefinitely as long as the KITAP remains valid.
- Own property under the Right to Use (Hak Pakai) or similar ownership schemes available to foreign nationals.
- Open and maintain Indonesian bank accounts.
- Serve as an investor or shareholder in a business registered in Indonesia.
- Enter and exit Indonesia freely without needing a visa.
- Sponsor dependent family members for their stay in Indonesia.
What You Cannot Do with an Investor KITAP
- Engage in employment or work under a local employment contract.
- Own land or property under freehold title (Hak Milik).
- Work as a professional or in any capacity that requires a work permit (IMTA).
- Actively manage daily business operations without proper licensing (if required).
- Transfer the KITAP to non-investor categories without proper re-application.
- Sponsor employees or other unrelated individuals for their visas.
Visa Validity
The Investor KITAP is for 5 – 10 years. You must obtain a KITAS first and hold the same sponsor for over 3 years. Once you have the same sponsor (with no breaks) you can then opt to convert to a KITAP.
Investor KITAS in Indonesia: Prerequisites Before Getting Your Permanent Investor Visa
According to Indonesia’s immigration law, one of the eligibility criteria for a KITAP is a minimum of three consecutive years holding a relevant KITAS. For investors, this usually means securing an Investor KITAS (Index 313/314), which is issued to shareholders and directors of Indonesian companies with specific investment thresholds.
The rationale is rooted in due diligence and compliance monitoring. The government seeks to ensure that the applicant:
- Has been actively involved in a legal business activity in Indonesia
- Has maintained proper immigration and tax compliance
- Intends to reside in Indonesia long-term with credible economic contribution
In other words, the KITAS period serves as a “probationary window” before full permanent residence is granted.
Short Term Business Visas in Indonesia
Indonesian Visa on Arrival (VoA)
The e-Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) and Visa on Arrival are the ideal visas for short business visits, including attending meetings, networking events, or exploratory trips. Valid for 30 days and extendable once, VoA is available for over 90 nationalities, making it a quick-entry option for initial market research and informal engagements.
Single Entry Business Visa for Non-Commercial Business Trip
This visa specifically designed for business professionals entering Indonesia for specific business purposes such as attending conferences, client meetings, or feasibility studies. Single Entry Business Visa allows 60 days of stay and extendable up to 180 days, it does not permit direct employment but is a key tool for project-based or consultancy work.
Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa for Business Investors in Indonesia
With the Single Entry Visa, one can stay in Indonesia for up to 180 days (6 months). However, this visa is only valid for a single entry, so if you leave the country during this period, you will need to apply for a new visa.
Document Requirements
- Original application letter
- Original Letter of Authorization
- Color copy of ID card (KTP) of the company sponsor’s PIC/Director (who signs the application letter)
- Original passport with 18 months validity
- Copy of company documents (Business License, Notarial Deed, Approval from Ministry of Law and Human Right, Domicile, NPWP, TDP)
- Original ITAS Online of 1st – 4th
- Original HPK or RPTKA
- Original Pengesahan RPTKA or IMTA
- Color copy DPKK payment proof
- Color copy MERP
- Color copy SKTT
- Other documents if required
Requirements of Company Sponsor
- Company’s deed of establishment and its amendments (if any)
- Decree Approval (Legalisation) from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights (MoLHR) and its amendments (if any)
- Company’s Tax Registration Number
- Business License of OSS RBA
- Business Identification Number
- Mandatory Manpower Report / Wajib Lapor Ketenagakerjaan Perusahaan (WLKP)
- BPJS Employment registration number/certificate
- ID Card, NPWP, and photograph of the Indonesian (local) Director
- ID Card of the Indonesian counterpart
- Sponsor letter with the company’s letterhead (for application letters, draft provided)
- Company’s bank account statement
- Recommendation letter from Investment Board of Coordinator (BKPM) or Related Ministry
- TDPSE License (PSE) from the Ministry of Communication and Informatics (for Electronic system business field only
Apply for an Investor KITAP in Indonesia from LMI Consultancy
- Consult your inquiry with our professional consultant.
- Submit necessary document.
- Proceed with the payment.
- Application process
- Receive the complete document
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FAQ
Is the Investor KITAP multiple entry?
Yes, you may enter Indonesia as frequently as you like using this visa.
If I don’t have shares in a company, can I apply for an Investor KITAS or KITAP?
As the name states, Investor Visas are for investors. If you do not have shares in a PMA, feel free to contact the LetsMoveIndonesia team and we can work out an alternative visa for you.
How much is the minimum investment to apply for the Investor KITAS and KITAP?
For foreign investors in Indonesia, minimum investment of idr, capital investment, obtain an Investor KITAP
Is the Investor KITAP renewable?
Yes, it is renewable once it expires.
Disclaimer : Our services in LMI Consultancy provide consulting services focused on ensuring client compliance with applicable immigration and legal regulations in Indonesia. We do not provide or facilitate the production of official government documents, nor do we offer any expedited or preferential access to government services.
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