Investment KITAS E28A in Indonesia: 1

KITAS (Offshore Limited Stay Visa) – Investment KITAS E28A (1 Year / 2 Years)

Overview of Investment KITAS E28A

The Investment KITAS (E28A) is a Limited Stay Permit designed for foreign investors who establish or join a PT PMA (Foreign-Owned Company) in Indonesia.
This visa allows you to live in Bali or anywhere in Indonesia while managing, monitoring, and developing your company.

It is one of the most practical long-term stay options for investors who wish to legally manage their business without needing a work permit (IMTA), as investors are exempt from work permit fees.

Purpose

The purpose of the Investment KITAS is to enable foreign shareholders or directors of Indonesian companies (PT PMA) to reside legally in Indonesia for business and investment purposes.

Validity

1 Year KITAS option (renewable)
2 Years KITAS option (renewable)
Both types can be extended up to a maximum of 5 years total stay, after which a new KITAS must be applied for.

Extension Possibility

The KITAS E28A can be extended annually or biennially, depending on your chosen duration.
Extensions are handled at the local Immigration Office in Bali (Denpasar, Jimbaran, or Singaraja).
After 5 years of consecutive stay, holders can apply for a Permanent Stay Permit (KITAP).

Applicable Activities

Holders of an Investment KITAS (E28A) may:

Legally reside in Indonesia while managing investment activities
Attend company meetings, sign contracts, and oversee daily operations
Open bank accounts, register for tax (NPWP), and apply for driver’s licenses
Sponsor family members for dependent KITAS

⚠️ Note: Investors with an E28A are not required to pay the USD 1,200/year DKP-TKA (Foreign Worker Levy) that applies to employees.

Essential Documentation for Investment KITAS E28A

To apply for an Investment KITAS E28A, you must prepare the following:

Original passport (valid for at least 6 months, with 2 blank pages)
Recent passport-style color photographs
PT PMA company documents:
- Deed of Establishment (Akta Notaris)
- Ministry of Law approval (SK Menkumham)
- Business Identification Number (NIB/OSS)
- Tax Number (NPWP)
Proof of shareholder status (minimum IDR 10 billion investment OR 10,000 shares, depending on company structure)
Guarantor document (Indonesian sponsor KTP or company authorization letter)
Visit the Immigration Office to have your formal photo taken.

💡 Depending on your nationality and Immigration office, additional documents may be requested.

KITAS Extension Information

Investment KITAS E28A (1 year or 2 years) can be renewed until a maximum 5-year stay is reached.
After 5 years, investors may transition to a Permanent Stay Permit (KITAP).
Family members (spouse and children) can be sponsored under a dependent KITAS tied to the main investor’s permit.

⚠️ Overstay Warning: Overstaying results in fines of IDR 1,000,000 per day, and may lead to deportation or blacklisting.

Processing Time

Offshore application (before entering Indonesia):
- Standard processing: 10–15 working days
- Express service via agent: 7–10 working days
Onshore conversion (if you are already in Indonesia on another visa):
- Standard processing: 3–4 weeks
- Passport remains with Immigration during processing

💡 Best practice: Start your KITAS application at least 3 weeks before your current visa expires to avoid issues.

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