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KITAS vs nomad visa

Work KITAS or
nomad visa?
The 2027 choice

The Work KITAS covers employment with an Indonesian entity. The proposed E33G targets remote work for overseas companies — with details still unconfirmed.

  • Employment type
  • Tax status
  • Sponsorship
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Proposed E33G term
5 years
Anticipated E33G income rule
USD 60k
Typical Work KITAS, extendable
6–12 months
E33G status as of mid-2026
Provisional

Anticipated requirements

What the E33G may ask

Based on government statements — official 2027 requirements are pending.

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  1. 01

    Remote employment abroad

    Proof you work for a company outside Indonesia.

  2. 02

    Minimum income

    An annual income threshold, for example USD 60,000.

  3. 03

    Health insurance

    Valid cover for your stay.

  4. 04

    Clean criminal record

    Expected as part of the application.

  5. 05

    Biometrics

    Potentially required for long-term stays.

Side by side

KITAS vs E33G at a glance

E33G details are provisional until officially confirmed.

Purpose Work KITASDirect employment with an Indonesian entity Proposed E33G nomad visaRemote work for overseas companies
Sponsorship Work KITASRequired by an Indonesian entity Proposed E33G nomad visaSelf-sponsored
Tax status Work KITASTax resident; Indonesian income taxed Proposed E33G nomad visaProposed 5-year tax-free on foreign income
Income source Work KITASIndonesian-sourced Proposed E33G nomad visaForeign-sourced
Duration Work KITASTypically 6–12 months, extendable Proposed E33G nomad visaProposed 5 years
Financial requirement Work KITASVaries by role and sponsor Proposed E33G nomad visaAnticipated USD 60,000 annual income
Biometrics Work KITASRequired Proposed E33G nomad visaLikely required

Not a third option

The Second Home Visa is not for work

The Second Home Visa, introduced in late 2022, is for long stays without work. It needs about USD 130,000 in deposit or property ownership, and holders may not earn income in Indonesia.

Creators doing brand deals or paid promotion need a Work KITAS — or a C5 Journalist Visa for foreign media reporting.

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Questions

KITAS vs nomad FAQ

Clear answers from our visa desk. More in the full FAQ.

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What is the main difference between a Work KITAS and the E33G?

Employment source and tax. The Work KITAS is for employment with an Indonesian entity, with Indonesian income taxed. The proposed E33G covers remote work for overseas companies, aiming at 5 years tax-free on foreign income.

What are the rules for influencers and content creators?

As of 2026, paid brand collaborations or income earned in Indonesia need a work visa, typically a Work KITAS. On a tourist visa it risks fines, deportation and blacklisting. A C5 may suit journalism.

What income will the nomad visa require?

Official 2027 figures are pending, but government discussions point to about USD 60,000 a year.

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