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With an existing KITAS/KITAP and a job offer in Indonesia, you can explore obtaining a Work Permit Only as an alternative to a Working KITAS/KITAP.
Unlike a visa, a Work Permit solely authorises employment and can be obtained in conjunction with a pre-existing visa such as a Spouse KITAS. This permit lets you keep your sponsor while also working.
Work Permit
- Authorisation allowing an individual to work legally in a country.
- Grants legal permission to perform work activities.
- Labour department or relevant workforce authorities.
- Usually required before obtaining a work visa.
- Regulates the type of work and employer relationship.
- Specific to the job role and employer sponsoring the individual.
- Often tied to the duration of employment or employer contract.
- Requires employer involvement and job continuation proof.
- Indonesia’s IMTA (Izin Mempekerjakan Tenaga Kerja Asing).
- Ensures compliance with local labor laws.
Work Visa
- Visa that allows entry into a country for employment purposes.
- Grants legal permission to enter and stay in a country for work.
- Immigration department or consular office.
- Requires a valid work permit in most cases.
- Governs the legal stay of the worker in the country.
- Based on valid work permit and visa application requirements.
- Matches the duration allowed for legal stay and work.
- May require exit and re-entry or visa extension application.
- Indonesia’s KITAS (Limited Stay Permit for workers).
- Ensures compliance with immigration and residency laws.
Work Permit Validity
- Temporary Employment: Maximum validity of six months, non-renewable
- Employment Exceeding Six Months: Maximum validity of two years, renewable.
- Non-DKPP: Maximum validity of two years, renewable.
- Board of Directors/Commissioners: Valid for the duration of the foreign national's appointment.
Document Requirements
- Passport with at least four blank pages and 18 months of validity remaining
- Recent colour passport sized photograph of the expatriate on a red background
- Proof of complete vaccination course.
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Educational certificate
- Letter of reference from previous employer.
- Expatriate's full address (with proof of address/domicile letter).
- Proof of valid health insurance.
- Copy of current KITAS/KITAP.
- Copy of the KITAS/KITAP stamp.
- Scanned copy of the sponsor's national identity card (KTP).
- Scanned copy of the sponsor's family card (KK).
Apply for a Work Permit 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
Do I need to pay DPKK funds if I get a Work Permit Only?
Yes, you do. Indonesian workers are required to contribute a mandatory $100 monthly DPKK fund for the duration of their work permit.
What's the validity period for a Work Permit Only?
Depending on your contract, it could take up to twelve months.
Will this allow me entry and exit from Indonesia?
This is not a visa, but rather authorisation to work and earn. You must still adhere to the terms and conditions of your visa.
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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