Kitas
KITAS E23 - 1 Year Working KITAS
The Working KITAS (Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas) is an official temporary stay and work permit for foreign nationals employed by an Indonesian company. Issued for a specific job title and company, it allows you to legally live and work in Indonesia for up to one year, with options for renewal. This permit also includes multiple re-entry privileges for the duration of its validity.
The Working KITAS, officially categorized under visa index E23, is a crucial permit for any foreign national planning to be formally employed by a company in Indonesia. It serves two primary functions: a limited stay permit (ITAS) and an official work permit. This visa is specifically tied to one employer and one designated job position, ensuring strict adherence to Indonesian labor laws.Key Characteristics & RequirementsOfficial Name: Working KITAS, or Izin Tinggal Terbatas untuk Bekerja (Limited Stay Permit for Work).Purpose: To grant legal residency and work authorization for a foreign national employed by a legally registered Indonesian company (PT, PT PMA, etc.).Sponsorship: A Working KITAS must be sponsored by an Indonesian-registered company, which takes legal responsibility for the foreign worker.Validity Period: 12 months and can be extended. The total validity can be extended for up to five years.Work Authorization: The KITAS is tied to a specific job title and company as approved by the Ministry of Manpower. The holder is not permitted to work for any other company or in any different role.Multiple Entry: The permit includes a Multiple Exit/Re-Entry Permit (MERP), allowing the holder to travel freely in and out of the country for the duration of the KITAS.Breakdown of Key FeaturesLegal Work & Residency: The Working KITAS is the only legal way for a foreigner to be gainfully employed and reside in Indonesia on a long-term basis.Work Permit Fee (DKP-TKA): The sponsoring company is required to pay a fee of USD 1,200 annually (or USD 100/month) to the Ministry of Manpower.Family Sponsorship: Working KITAS holders are able to sponsor their spouse and children to obtain a Dependent KITAS, allowing their family to live with them in Indonesia.Professional Requirements: The applicant is typically required to have at least a bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of relevant work experience in their field.