Index E23 — General Work Visa - KITAS (Index E23)

The General Work Visa (Index E23) serves as the consolidated primary authorization for foreign professionals employed by Indonesian companies. Established to streamline the previously fragmented system of sector-specific work permits, this visa simplifies the regulatory framework for both employers and foreign talent. It fills the gap by providing a unified, standardized pathway for skilled individuals across diverse industries—such as management, engineering, and healthcare—to legally reside and contribute to the Indonesian economy under a formal employment contract.

This visa is designed for experienced professionals and specialists who have secured a job offer from an Indonesian entity. Ideal applicants possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of relevant professional experience. What makes this visa distinctive is its role as the foundational work permit that includes mandatory components like the RPTKA (Foreign Worker Placement Plan) and IMTA (Work Permit), ensuring that the foreign worker fills a role that aligns with national labor requirements while granting them the legal right to earn income and reside in Indonesia.