Visa name
E33G Remote Worker KITAS (and B211A Second Home Visa)
Duration
B211A: 6 months (extendable to 12). E33G KITAS: 1 year, renewable up to 5. Second Home: 5-10 years
Minimum income
$5,000/mo (~60,000 USD/yr)
Family & residency
Family allowed · no PR path
Verified as of April 10, 2026. Visa rules change often — always re-verify with the official Indonesia source before applying.
Who qualifies
The E33G Remote Worker KITAS (and B211A Second Home Visa) is written for remote workers whose income comes from outside Indonesia. Every requirement counts. Consulates reject applications over a single missing document, and they will not reach out to ask for it. Here is the full checklist as published by Indonesia's immigration authority.
- •E33G KITAS: proof of annual income of at least $60,000 USD
- •Second Home Visa: proof of funds of approximately IDR 2 billion (~$130,000 USD) held in an Indonesian state bank
- •Employment contract or freelance proof showing remote work for a non-Indonesian entity
- •Valid passport with at least 18 months remaining (for KITAS)
- •Clean criminal record
- •Health insurance valid in Indonesia
- •Passport-style photo and completed application via imigrasi.go.id
Best suited for: Remote employees earning $60,000+ USD annually who want a Bali or Jakarta base · Nomads with the savings to take the Second Home Visa route · Digital creatives drawn to the scenes in Canggu and Ubud
How much you need
USD monthly
$5,000
Native annual
60,000 USD
Annual USD
$60,000
The income bar is set so you can actually live in Indonesia without tapping local benefits. In practice it should cover rent, groceries, health insurance, and transport, and leave something spare at the end of the month. For context: the median local monthly salary in Indonesia is roughly 10,000,000 IDR. The visa threshold is pitched above that on purpose.
Indonesia reviews this threshold from time to time, so treat the number here as a starting point. Confirm the current figure on the official source before you prepare your application.
Tax implications
Indonesia taxes residents (183+ days) on worldwide income at progressive rates of 5-35%. There is a carve-out: Finance Minister Regulation PMK 18/2021 exempts foreign-source income earned by qualifying expats for the first four years, provided tax is paid in the source country. Enforcement through 2025-2026 has been patchy, so treat this as a rule to verify with a local tax advisor — not a plan to build around.
Your actual tax outcome depends on your personal situation, your home country's rules, and any tax treaties between the two. Do not treat this as tax advice. Talk to someone qualified in both Indonesia and your home country before you decide.
For a specific salary number, open the Indonesia tax calculator and see your exact take-home.
Application process
The steps below follow the current official procedure. Treat the timelines as rough — embassy workloads and document legalization can quietly add weeks on either side.
- 1
Apply online via the official Indonesian immigration portal (evisa.imigrasi.go.id)
- 2
Choose the right visa type: B211A (shorter stay, simpler) or E33G KITAS (longer term, stricter requirements)
- 3
Upload passport, proof of income, health insurance, return ticket, and sponsor letter if required
- 4
Pay the application fee (approximately $150-500 USD depending on visa type and duration)
- 5
Receive e-visa within 5-10 business days
- 6
Travel to Indonesia; receive entry stamp and proceed to local immigration within 30 days for biometrics (KITAS only)
- 7
Collect KITAS card and register for KITAS-linked tax ID (NPWP) if staying long term
Top cities for nomads in Indonesia
These are the Indonesia cities with the infrastructure that actually matters over a long stay — fiber that does not drop on your Monday stand-up, enough coworking to pick a favorite, service sectors that speak English, and expat communities old enough to give you a proper landing. Each page below opens the full rent, cost of living, and tax picture.
Bali
Island paradise turned digital nomad hub. World-class coworking, beach lifestyle, spiritual culture. Higher costs than mainland.
See cost of living →
Jakarta
Megacity capital and economic center. Massive startup ecosystem, affordable despite growth, heavy traffic. Regional headquarters hub.
See cost of living →
Known gotchas
Every nomad visa has sharp edges that are not obvious from the glossy guides. These are the specific snags that trip up Indonesia applicants most often. Better you see them now than at the consulate window.
Gotcha #1: The "5-year digital nomad KITAS" announced in 2022 only shipped in 2024 as E33G — a lot of blog posts still cite the old rules
Gotcha #2: Bali's B211A is often marketed by visa agents as a "nomad visa", but it technically bans remote work performed on Indonesian soil for local clients
Gotcha #3: The Second Home Visa asks you to park $130,000+ in an Indonesian state bank for the full duration — that money is not a liquid reserve
Gotcha #4: Bali's long-term rental market is informal and priced in USD; scams around long-term villas are common, so pay someone local to look at the contract
Gotcha #5: The four-year tax exemption is applied unevenly and has been challenged in court; do not plan a life around "foreign income is tax-free"
Compare with other nomad destinations
Most nomads I know shortlist three to five countries before committing to a base. Here is how Indonesia sits next to the other major 2026 programs on minimum income and duration.
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Portugal → D8 Digital Nomad Visa
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Spain → Digital Nomad Visa (Visado de Teletrabajador Internacional)
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Thailand → Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
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Mexico → Temporary Resident Visa (Residente Temporal)
Frequently asked questions
How much income do I need for the Indonesia digital nomad visa?
The E33G Remote Worker KITAS (and B211A Second Home Visa) asks for roughly 60,000 USD annual (about $5,000 per month in USD). Indonesia's government reviews this number periodically, so always confirm it with the official source before applying. You will usually need to prove the income with 3-12 months of bank statements or pay stubs, depending on which consulate you work with.
How long can I stay in Indonesia on this visa?
Duration: B211A: 6 months (extendable to 12). E33G KITAS: 1 year, renewable up to 5. Second Home: 5-10 years. This is a dedicated remote worker route with fixed time limits; it does not count toward permanent residency.
Do I have to pay Indonesia income tax as a digital nomad?
Indonesia taxes residents (183+ days) on worldwide income at progressive rates of 5-35%. There is a carve-out: Finance Minister Regulation PMK 18/2021 exempts foreign-source income earned by qualifying expats for the first four years, provided tax is paid in the source country. Enforcement through 2025-2026 has been patchy, so treat this as a rule to verify with a local tax advisor — not a plan to build around.
Can I bring my family on the Indonesia nomad visa?
Yes. Spouses, registered partners, and dependent children can usually be added to the main application as dependents. Each person needs their own paperwork: marriage certificate, birth certificates, and proof that the main applicant's income is enough to cover the whole family. Per-dependent fees vary.
What are the most common reasons Indonesia digital nomad visa applications get rejected?
The usual pattern: (1) shaky income documentation — a single month below the threshold in your 3-12 month window can do it; (2) health insurance that does not meet Indonesia's specific coverage rules; (3) incomplete apostille or legalization of foreign documents, especially the criminal record certificate; (4) trying to switch from a tourist stamp inside Indonesia when the rules say you must apply from outside. One more thing specific to Indonesia: The "5-year digital nomad KITAS" announced in 2022 only shipped in 2024 as E33G — a lot of blog posts still cite the old rules
Sources & verification
This guide was compiled from the official Indonesia immigration authority and last verified on April 10, 2026. Visa rules shift often, so check the current requirements on the official source before you book flights or file paperwork.
- Primary source: https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/
- Data sources policy: /data-sources
- Related AffordWhere pages: /indonesia · /indonesia/tax-calculator
AffordWhere does not provide legal or tax advice. Treat this guide as a starting point. Pair it with a proper conversation with a Indonesia immigration lawyer and a cross-border tax advisor before you apply.
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