Second Home KITAS E33: 5-Year Long-Term Residency Visa

Second Home KITAS E33 (5 Years) – 2025 Guide: Long-Term Stay Visa for Foreigners in Indonesia

Overview of Student KITAS E30

The Second Home KITAS (E33) is a long-term stay permit introduced by the Indonesian government to attract foreigners who wish to make Indonesia, especially Bali, their second home. This visa grants residency rights for 5 years and is designed for high-net-worth individuals, retirees, and professionals who meet specific financial and documentation requirements.

Unlike short-term KITAS options, the Second Home KITAS offers stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to live in Indonesia without frequent visa renewals.

Purpose

To provide a long-term residency option for foreigners who want to live in Indonesia for 5 years.
To encourage investment and foreign residency in Bali and other regions.
To support retirees, professionals, and families in making Indonesia their second home.

Validity

Issued for 5 years.
Multi-entry visa, allowing travel in and out of Indonesia without reapplying.
Eligible for renewal under the same requirements.

Extension Possibility

Renewable for another 5 years if financial and residency requirements remain valid.
Continuous renewal allows long-term residency.
After multiple renewals, holders may transition to KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit).

Applicable Activities

Second Home KITAS holders may:

Reside legally in Indonesia for up to 5 years.
Open local bank accounts and access financial services.
Apply for an Indonesian driver’s license (SIM).
Access healthcare, insurance, and education services.
Bring dependents under family sponsorship.

⚠️ Note: This visa does not permit holders to work or engage in income-generating activities in Indonesia unless combined with specific business permits.

Essential Documentation for Student KITAS Application

Applicants typically need to prepare the following:

Valid Nationality Passport at least 6 (six) months.
Latest color photograph.
Curriculum Vitae.
Travel Itinerary.
Statement of commitment that must be accomplished within 90 days after the date of arrival, such as:
- Deposit funds in an account under the name of the Foreigner at a state-owned bank with a value of US$ 130,000 (one hundred thirty thousand US Dollars), or
- Purchase property in Indonesia such as an apartment/flat house with a value of US$1,000,000 (one million US Dollars).

💡 Additional documents may be required depending on nationality and Immigration regulations.

Visa Extension Information

The Second Home KITAS can be renewed every 5 years.
Renewal requires proof of continued funds and compliance with residency conditions.
Dependents must extend their KITAS at the same time as the main applicant.

⚠️ Overstay Warning: Overstaying a KITAS results in fines of IDR 1,000,000/day and may result in deportation or blacklisting.

Processing Time of Second Home KITAS

Offshore Application:

Standard: 15–20 working days
Express: 10–12 working days

Onshore Conversion:

Standard: 4–6 weeks
Passport remains with Immigration during processing

💡 Best practice: Apply at least 1–2 months before KITAS expiry to avoid overstay.

Other Long-Stay Visa Options

For detailed information, see our dedicated pages:
👉 Golden Visa – 5 & 10-year stay permits for investors, talent, and retirees
👉 Retirement KITAS – 1–5 year stay permits for retirees over 55 years old
👉 Family KITAS – Stay permits for spouses, children, and parents
👉 Second Home KITAS E33 – Long-term residency for foreigners with financial proof

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