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Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa C12

This visa is ideal for visitors who wish to investigate the economic growth before starting a business in Indonesia. It permits such activities as site visits, field surveys and/or feasibility studies. It allows you to stay for up to 180 days and is extendable for an additional 180 days.

There are two types of pre-investment visas in Indonesia

Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa C12

This Single Entry Visa grants a residence permit in Indonesia for 180 days (6 months).The single-entry pre-investment visa (C12) provides a 6 month permit to explore business opportunities in Indonesia. 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.

Multiple Entry Pre-Investment Visa D12

What Visa Holders Can Do

What Visa Holders Cannot Do

Visa Validity

Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa grants an initial 180 day stay in Indonesia and is extendable.

Document Requirements

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FAQ

Can I convert the Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa to an Investor KITAS?

Generally, yes. The Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa is designed to allow foreign investors to explore investment opportunities in Indonesia. It can typically be converted to a KITAS (specifically an Investor KITAS) once you’ve established your investment and met the necessary requirements. 

This is a serious issue. A Single Entry Business Visa is for business activities like attending meetings, conferences, and negotiations.

It does not permit you to work or generate income in Indonesia.

To extend a Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa (C12) in Indonesia, one must submit an application to the Immigration Office. Alternatively, online applications may be submitted through evisa.imigrasi.com. Please be aware that several conditions precedent are required before initiating the process, making engagement with an immigration consultant highly advisable.

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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