Indonesia’s E33G Remote Worker Visa lets foreigners live in the country, most commonly in Bali, while working for an employer or clients based outside Indonesia. It replaced the visa runs and tourist-visa workarounds nomads relied on before 2024. This guide covers who qualifies, what the application actually costs, how long the permit lasts, and the tax questions worth sorting out before you commit.
What the E33G actually is
The E33G is officially called the Visa Rumah Kedua Pekerja Jarak Jauh, which translates to Second Home Remote Worker Visa. Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration launched it on April 1, 2024, as the country’s first permit written specifically for remote work.
- Permit type: ITAS, a Limited Stay Permit, not a tourist visa and not a work permit for Indonesian employers.
- Entry: Multiple entry, so you can leave and return during the validity period.
- Family: Eligible dependents can be added to the same application.
- Sponsor: No Indonesian sponsoring company is required, unlike the E23 Work KITAS.
Applying directly through the government portal doesn’t require a local employer to sponsor you. Some applicants still use a licensed agent to handle paperwork and speed up the biometrics stage once they’re in Indonesia.
Who qualifies
Eligibility comes down to one financial threshold and one work condition. Your income has to come from outside Indonesia, and it has to clear a set minimum.
- Minimum income: At least USD 60,000 a year (roughly USD 5,000 a month) from a foreign employer or client base.
- Employment proof: A signed employment contract with a company registered outside Indonesia.
- Bank balance: A personal bank statement showing at least USD 2,000 over the last three months.
- Insurance: International health insurance built for a long-term stay. Travel insurance isn’t accepted.
- Passport: Valid for at least six months beyond entry, though many agents recommend 12 to 18 months of runway.
- Other documents: A current CV, a provisional travel itinerary, a recent passport photo on a white or red background, and a local Indonesian address.
Most nationalities can apply, though citizens of a short list of countries, including Afghanistan, North Korea, and Somalia, face restrictions. The income bar sits well above what many digital nomad visas ask for, so it filters out casual freelancers early. If you’re a freelancer rather than a salaried employee, immigration guidance doesn’t clearly state whether client service agreements count the same as an employment contract. Confirm with a licensed agent before applying.
How to apply
Applications go through the official government portal, not an embassy counter.
- Step 1: Create an account at evisa.imigrasi.go.id and select the E33G category.
- Step 2: Upload your documents and pay the government fee online.
- Step 3: Wait for approval, officially five working days after payment, though agent-assisted applications often take 7 to 14 business days in practice.
- Step 4: Enter Indonesia within 90 days of the visa’s issue date. It expires unused after that window.
- Step 5: Complete biometrics at a local immigration office and convert the e-visa into a physical ITAS/KITAS card.
- Step 6: Get a MERP (Multiple Exit Re-Entry Permit) so you can travel in and out without voiding the permit.
- Step 7: Register your local address. In Bali, that means registering with your neighborhood Banjar within 30 days of arrival.
A Visa on Arrival can’t be converted directly into an E33G. Applying from outside Indonesia is the standard path, and it’s the one immigration guidance points to first.
What it costs
The government fee for the E33G totals IDR 13,000,000, split into a PNBP fee of IDR 7,000,000 and a service fee of IDR 6,000,000. At current exchange rates that’s roughly USD 800, though the dollar figure moves with the rupiah.
- Government fee: IDR 13,000,000 (about USD 800) for self-processing through the portal.
- Agent fee: USD 300 to 500 if you use a licensed agent to handle sponsorship letters and biometrics scheduling.
- Insurance: Varies by provider. International plans built for long-term stays commonly start around EUR 85 a month.
- All-in estimate: Self-processing typically lands around USD 800 to 1,200 for the year once insurance and incidentals are included. Going through an agent pushes that closer to USD 1,400 to 2,000.
None of this includes rent, general cost of living, or the BPJS Kesehatan national health contribution that some KITAS categories carry alongside private insurance. Treat the government fee and insurance as fixed costs, and the agent fee as optional if you’re comfortable handling Indonesian paperwork yourself.
How long it lasts
The E33G itself is only valid for 90 days as an entry document. Once you’ve entered and converted it to an ITAS card, the actual stay period runs for one year.
- Entry window: 90 days from issue to enter Indonesia, or the visa expires unused.
- Stay period: Up to one year from the date of ITAS conversion.
- Renewal: Genuinely unclear. Indonesia’s immigration site states the permit can be extended and processed online but doesn’t specify a maximum number of extensions. Several agencies report that in practice, most holders exit the country and reapply for a fresh E33G rather than extend in place, with two consecutive years being the common ceiling before other options come into play.
This is one area where sources disagree, and it’s worth confirming directly with a licensed agent or immigration office before planning a multi-year stay around this visa. If a longer stay is the goal, the Second Home Visa is the pathway most guides point to once the E33G runs its course.
The tax question
Indonesia taxes residents on worldwide income, and residency isn’t only about counting days.
- 183-day rule: Spending more than 183 days in Indonesia within a 12-month period makes you a tax resident.
- Intent to reside: Holding a KITAS, including the E33G, can establish tax residency regardless of how many days you actually spend in the country.
- Registration: Tax residents are generally expected to obtain an NPWP (tax ID card) and file an annual return.
- Double taxation: Tax paid abroad can often be credited against an Indonesian tax bill where a treaty exists between Indonesia and your home country.
This is general information, not tax advice. Talk to a tax professional familiar with both Indonesian rules and your home country’s treaty position before committing to a year on this visa.
Who this visa is for
The E33G works well for salaried remote employees who clear the income bar and want to base themselves in Bali or another Indonesian hub for a full year without visa runs.
- Good fit: Employees on a stable foreign salary above USD 60,000, couples or families who want dependents on the same permit, and anyone tired of short tourist visa extensions.
- Skip it if: You’re a freelancer without a clear employment contract, your income sits below the threshold, or you plan to take on Indonesian clients even occasionally.
Taking local work on an E33G, even one freelance project for a Bali-based business, breaks the permit’s terms. If Indonesian clients are part of the plan, the E23 Work KITAS or a PT PMA business setup is the correct route instead.
Immigration and tax rules in Indonesia change without much notice, and this article reflects information verified as of August 2026. Confirm current requirements with the Indonesian embassy nearest you, or a licensed immigration agent, before making firm plans.
If the E33G fits your income and work setup, Bali, Jakarta, and Yogyakarta are all open to you for the full year. Search flights to Indonesia on FlyBibe and start planning the move.
