Investor KITAS Indonesia: Live and Invest Without Working
Investor KITAS allows foreigners to reside in Indonesia based on investment. Learn the minimum requirements and application process.
April 2025 · 7 min readWhat is Investor KITAS?
Investor KITAS is a limited stay permit (KITAS) issued to foreign nationals who hold a qualifying investment in an Indonesian PT PMA company. It allows you to legally reside in Indonesia without needing employer sponsorship.
Key Benefits
- •Legal long-term residency in Indonesia
- •Annual renewable stay permit
- •Easier bank account access
- •Local SIM card and driving license eligibility
- •Gateway to KITAP (permanent stay) after several years
Requirements for Investor KITAS
- Active PT PMA company — you must be a shareholder/director
- Minimum investment — per current BKPM requirements
- Valid passport
- PT PMA documents — company registration, NIB, NPWP
- Additional supporting documents per case
Does Investor KITAS Allow You to Work?
No. Investor KITAS is for residency only. If you want to work in or for your PT PMA company, you need a separate work permit (IMTA) in addition.
How Long Does It Take?
- •PT PMA setup: 4–8 weeks
- •Investor KITAS after PT PMA: 2–4 weeks
- •Total from scratch: approximately 6–12 weeks
Costs
Investor KITAS costs include:
- •PT PMA setup costs (if not already established)
- •Government KITAS fees
- •Annual renewal fees
- •Consultant fees if using one
Path to Permanent Residency (KITAP)
After holding KITAS for a qualifying period (typically 3–5 years), you may be eligible to apply for KITAP (permanent stay permit), which does not require annual renewal.
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Share your details — nationality, current location, purpose of stay, and planned travel date. Visa Nest will review your case and guide you step by step.
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