Indonesia (Bali)Permanent residence

Permanent residence permit in Indonesia (Bali)

A permission for permanent residence granted to foreign nationals who fall into certain categories or meet certain conditions. It may be issued directly without any prior status or through conversion from a temporary permission. It is valid for a set period and is subject to extension. It is issued in physical form and sent in digital form at the same time.

Source: Directorate General of Immigration of Indonesia (imigrasi.go.id)

The main routes to obtaining it

The permission is available through two main routes, depending on the applicant's status.

Direct grant with no prior status

Children of former dual nationals who have chosen foreign citizenship
Children born in Indonesia to parents holding the permission
People who lost Indonesian citizenship while in the country

Conversion from a temporary permission

Workers, investors and clergy after continuous residence
Spouses of citizens where the marriage has lasted the set period
Children of citizens and family members on family reunification

When the programme will not suit

Short tourist visits

The visit permission (ITK) for up to one month

A temporary arrival for work or study

The temporary permission (ITAS) with a stated period of validity

What it costs

A permission for five yearsThe main charge for issuing the permission	5 000 000 IDR
A permission for ten yearsAn alternative option with a longer term	+10 000 000 IDR
A permission for an unlimited termAn option with no limit in time	+15 000 000 IDR

Paid separately

Insurance or additional guarantee charges — Not required, they are covered by the main state charge

Documents to gather

The exact list depends on the applicant's category and circumstances.

A valid passport
Confirmation of the online registration from the system
An application and a letter of guarantee from the sponsor
A power of attorney if filing through a representative
The guarantor's electronic identity card (E-KTP)
The card for the current permission (if there is one)
A certificate of the place of residence
A statement on integration
Documents by category (marriage certificates, recommendations from ministries and so on)

How the process runs

The process of filing the application and obtaining the permission consists of several stages.

1
Preparing and registering the documents
Depends on the applicant
Collect all the documents required for your category. Register in the online application system at izintinggal-online.imigrasi.go.id or submit the documents in person at an immigration office.
2
Paying the state charge
After notification from the system
Receive the notification with the amount of the charge and the payment details. Make the payment in accordance with the instructions.
3
Examination and approval
A maximum of three working days after payment
The immigration office checks the documents and takes a decision. A digital copy of the permission is sent by email to the applicant and to the guarantor.
4
Collecting the physical KITAP card
No earlier than fifteen working days after issue
Visit the immigration office to collect the physical card for the permission. The card may be collected at any time after approval.

Who you can bring with you

Family members may obtain the permission under certain conditions.

The spouse of an Indonesian citizen

Available where the marriage has lasted at least two years; may be obtained directly or through conversion from a temporary permission

Minor children under eighteen

Children of citizens or of holders of the permission; children born in Indonesia are entitled to a direct grant

The former spouse of an Indonesian citizen

Where there are minor children from the marriage; may be obtained through conversion from a temporary permission

Renewal and the grace period

The permanent permission is subject to extension. The application may be filed no earlier than three months before expiry or on the day the permission ends. The extension is arranged at the immigration office for the place of residence or through the online system. On extension the state charge has to be paid at the set rate.

What comes next: permanent residence and citizenship

Route to permanent residence

The KITAP card is issued in physical form (collected at an immigration office no earlier than 15 working days after issue) and in digital form — to the email address of the foreign national and of the guarantor.

Frequently asked questions about Permanent residence permit

Which categories of foreign national can obtain the permanent permission without a temporary permission?

The permanent permission may be issued directly to children of former dual nationals who have chosen foreign citizenship or have not made a choice by the stated age; to children born in Indonesia to parents holding the permanent permission; and to people who lost Indonesian citizenship while on Indonesian territory.

How long do you have to live on a temporary permission before converting to the permanent one?

Workers, investors, clergy and elderly tourists need continuous residence on a temporary permission for at least three years. Spouses of citizens may move to the permanent permission where the marriage has lasted at least two years.

What are the processing times for the application after the state charge has been paid?

The application is examined within no more than three working days of receipt of the state charge. A digital copy of the permission is sent by email. The physical card may be collected at the immigration office within fifteen working days of issue.

Can the guarantor be changed after the permanent permission has been obtained?

Yes, a foreign national may change guarantor when circumstances change. This requires an application to the immigration office with documentation from the new guarantor and documents confirming the change of status.

Other ways to move to Indonesia (Bali)

Every route in one list — migration programmes: Indonesia (Bali).

The terms and the amounts are checked against official sources — the link sits under each section.Last checked on: 7 August 2026.