KITAS E31B - 1 Year Dependent KITAS for Spouse

The Dependent KITAS is a specialized permit designed to allow the immediate family of a primary KITAS holder to legally live in Indonesia. It ensures families can reside together for the duration of the main applicant's work, investment, or other long-term stay. The validity and re-entry privileges of the Dependent KITAS are directly tied to the primary KITAS holder's permit.Key Characteristics & RequirementsOfficial Name: Izin Tinggal Terbatas Tanggungan (Dependent Limited Stay Permit). Purpose: To provide legal residency for the spouse of a foreign national who is a KITAS holder.Sponsorship: The Dependent KITAS is sponsored by the main KITAS holder, whose company or individual sponsor will also serve as the guarantor for the dependents.Validity Period: The Dependent KITAS has the exact same validity period as the main applicant's KITAS (e.g., 1 year) and must be renewed in conjunction with it.No Work Authorization: This is a crucial distinction. A Dependent KITAS does not permit the holder to be gainfully employed or receive income from an Indonesian company.Breakdown of Key FeaturesFamily Reunion: The primary benefit is the ability for families to legally reside together in Indonesia.Multiple Entry: The permit includes a Multiple Exit/Re-Entry Permit (MERP), allowing the dependent to travel in and out of the country as many times as they wish without invalidating their visa.Non-Working Status: While it grants residency, it is a non-working visa. If a dependent wishes to work, they must convert their visa to a Working KITAS, which requires a separate application process and a sponsoring company for their work.Access to Services: A Dependent KITAS allows the holder to open local bank accounts, register for a mobile phone, and access other services available to legal residents.