Indonesia•AsiaWork Visa (Type E23)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 to 2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term work permit (KITAS) for employment in Indonesia. Consolidated visa type as of 2025, formerly split into multiple categories. Requires employer sponsorship and labor ministry approval.
The E23 Work Visa is the primary employment visa for foreign workers in Indonesia. As of 2025, multiple work visa categories have been consolidated into this single E23 classification, simplifying the visa system. The employer must sponsor the application and obtain labor ministry approval. This visa allows legal employment and can lead to permanent residency after meeting requirements.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
2,000 EUR
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Professional
Experience
5+ years
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity, multiple blank pages
Educational credentials
Diploma, degree, and transcripts
Professional certificates
Licenses, certifications, credentials
OptionalResume/CV
Detailed work history and qualifications
Health certificate
Medical clearance if required
OptionalPolice clearance
Criminal background check
Sponsor Documents
Employment contract
Detailed job offer with salary and terms
Company license
Business registration and operational permit
NPWP (Tax ID)
Company tax identification number
Articles of Association
Company incorporation documents
Financial statements
2-3 years of tax returns and balance sheets
Employee roster
Proof of 10+ Indonesian employees
RPTKA application
Work permit request to Ministry of Manpower
Job position justification
Explanation why position requires foreigner
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Advantages
- Legal work authorization
- Extendable for multiple years
- Pathway to KITAP permanent residency
- Spouse and children can apply for dependent visas
- Consolidated single category as of 2025
- Multiple entry/exit allowed
Considerations
- Complex application process
- Requires employer with 10+ Indonesian staff
- Labor ministry approval required
- Tied to specific employer
- Can take 60+ days total
- Employer-dependent status
Application Process
Obtain job offer
Secure employment contract from Indonesian company
Employer prepares RPTKA
Company submits work permit application to Ministry of Manpower
Labor ministry approval
RPTKA reviewed and approved by Ministry of Manpower
Apply for entry visa
Apply for VITAS at Indonesian embassy in home country
Receive entry visa
Embassy issues VITAS with notification number
Enter Indonesia
Present VITAS at immigration on arrival
Apply for KITAS
Convert VITAS to Limited Stay Permit at immigration office in Indonesia
Receive KITAS
KITAS issued for employment duration
Application Forms
RPTKA (Rencana Kedatangan Tenaga Kerja Asing)
KITAS Application
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