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How to get Indonesia Golden Visa in 2026 comes down to three things: meeting the investment threshold, choosing the correct sub-type, and filing the e-Visa correctly. This guide walks through **getting Indonesia Golden Visa** step by step, based only on current regulations and practice, not promises.
What the Indonesia Golden Visa Actually Is
Indonesia’s “Golden Visa” is not a separate law; it is a **group of long-stay visa and ITAS (limited stay permit) categories** created and adjusted through:
– **Permenkumham 22/2023** and **Permenkumham 11/2024** – immigration framework and tariffs
– **PMK (Ministry of Finance regulations)** that set the investment thresholds and instruments
As of **15 June 2026 [VERIFY]** the Golden Visa framework covers:
– 5-year and 10-year stay durations
– For **investors**, **founders / C-level / commissioners**, and **high-net-worth individuals with financial assets**
– Granted first as an **e-Visa** (issued offshore), then converted into an **ITAS (Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas)** after arrival
Golden Visa is **not** the same as:
– Standard **Investor KITAS (Index 313/314)** under a PT PMA with lower paid-up capital
– **Second Home Visa / ITAS**, which uses proof of funds or property rather than “Golden Visa” label
But these routes sit adjacent and are often used as **plan B** if you do not (yet) meet Golden Visa thresholds.
Core Tiers and Thresholds (Updated to Mid-2026)
Below is a simplified snapshot of the most used Golden Visa routes, pulled from current Permenkumham and PMK references. Each number should be treated as **“valid as of 15 June 2026 [VERIFY]”** because the Finance Ministry can update the minimums.
| Route | Stay Duration | Indicative Investment / Asset Threshold | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual investor in Indonesian company (direct equity) | 5 years | ~USD 350,000–400,000 [VERIFY] | Equity in PT PMA; must be realized and documented. |
| Individual investor in Indonesian company (direct equity) | 10 years | ~USD 700,000–800,000 [VERIFY] | Higher tier for 10-year visa/ITAS. |
| Corporate investor representative | 5 years | Company invests from ~USD 2,500,000 [VERIFY] | Visa tied to corporate investment; usually for C-levels. |
| Corporate investor representative | 10 years | Company invests from ~USD 5,000,000 [VERIFY] | Longer tenure; corporate must maintain investment. |
| High-net-worth “financial asset” route | 5 or 10 years | Gov’t bonds / bank deposits / other instruments from ~USD 350,000 up [VERIFY] | Structured via appointed banks/securities; details in PMK. |
| Second Home Visa / ITAS (adjacent but separate) | 5 or 10 years | IDR 2,000,000,000 proof of funds or luxury property [VERIFY] | Not named Golden Visa, but a common alternative. |
Numbers differ across official releases and media summaries, so always reconcile with the **latest PMK** and the Directorate General of Immigration announcements before you commit capital.
Step 1 – Decide If Golden Visa Is the Right Tool
Before you ask **how to get Indonesia Golden Visa**, you need to confirm **why** you want it. Golden Visa gives you:
– Multi-year stay (5 or 10 years) in a single grant
– No need for annual KITAS extension queues
– Multiple entry/exit across validity
But it also requires:
– Higher **capital / asset commitment** than a normal Investor KITAS
– More scrutiny on source of funds and investment realization
– Higher upfront government fees
Plain-Bahasa sense-check:
– If your main goal is **to run a business with moderate capital**: standard **Investor KITAS via PT PMA** may be more proportionate.
– If your main goal is **long-stay lifestyle (pensiun, remote work, etc.)** with passive assets: **Second Home Visa / ITAS** may be simpler.
– If you plan large, visible investment or need long, friction-light presence: Golden Visa starts to make sense.
Step 2 – Choose Your Golden Visa Track
At a practice level, “steps to Indonesia Golden Visa” are slightly different depending on your economic profile.
Track A: Individual Investor in a PT PMA
You invest personally into a **foreign-owned limited liability company (PT PMA)** in Indonesia.
Typical pattern:
1. **Decide on sector and structure**
– Check the **Positive Investment List (DNI replacement)** to confirm foreign ownership caps.
– If full foreign ownership is allowed, you can plan a simple PT PMA.
2. **Set up or join a PT PMA**
– For a new PT PMA, you will go through OSS (Online Single Submission), deed of establishment, legalisation, NPWP, NIB, and sectoral licenses.
– For an existing PT PMA, you buy or subscribe to shares to reach the required personal investment level.
3. **Realize the investment**
– Funds must actually land and be formally recorded (capital injection, share subscription, or share purchase with supporting contracts).
– Immigration will often expect BKPM/OSS documentation, not just a bank slip.
4. **Apply for Golden Visa as an individual investor**
– You attach company documents (Akta, NIB, KTP/Passport of directors, share composition) and your investment evidence.
Track B: Corporate Investor Representative (C-Level / Director / Commissioner)
The **company**, not you personally, is the investor. Eligible individuals are usually:
– CEO, director, or commissioner of the investing company
– Or similar strategic positions specified in the corporate application
Flow in practice:
1. Parent company (local or foreign) plans an investment in Indonesia meeting the **corporate threshold**.
2. PT PMA (or investment project) is created and registered.
3. Proof of realized or committed investment is prepared according to PMK rules.
4. The company nominates individuals for Golden Visas based on their roles.
5. Applications are filed as **representatives of a qualifying corporate investor**.
Track C: High-Net-Worth Financial Asset Route
Regulations allow Golden Visa on the basis of **financial assets** instead of direct business investment, usually through:
– Indonesian government bonds
– Term deposits in appointed Indonesian banks
– Certain financial instruments specified by Ministry of Finance
Practice points:
– Instruments must be held for a **minimum holding period**, often aligned with visa duration or specified in PMK.
– You may need to work with a **designated bank / securities firm** that has an MoU with the government for Golden Visa instruments.
– Evidence usually comes as bank/securities statements addressed to Immigration.
Step 3 – Check You Meet the Hard Eligibility Basics
Beyond the investment or asset requirement, the immigration side has some non-negotiables:
– **Valid passport** – typically at least **6–12 months** beyond intended stay start; for 5–10 year visas, aim for a **new passport**.
– **Clean criminal record** – statement from your country of residence (and sometimes from Indonesia if you have stayed long).
– **Health-related requirements** – at minimum, a declaration that you are physically and mentally healthy; some applicants are asked for additional medical documents.
– **Proof of funds / financial capacity** – even if you meet the investment threshold, Immigration may still request bank statements to prove access to living funds.
– **Address in Indonesia** – for ITAS issuance, you will need a registered local address.
Immigration retains full discretion to approve or refuse applications even if you tick all boxes. Nothing in this article is a guarantee of approval.
Step 4 – Prepare Documents for the e-Visa Stage
Golden Visa starts as an **offshore e-Visa (visa tinggal terbatas)**. As of mid-2026 [VERIFY], applications are filed **online** via the official immigration portal or via a licensed immigration sponsor.
A typical individual investor Golden Visa application includes:
A. Personal Documents
– Scan of passport (ID page + any required visa pages)
– Recent passport-size photo (white background, size as per portal instructions)
– Curriculum vitae (ringkas) – may be requested for C-level / corporate applicants
– Police clearance / criminal record certificate
– Statement letter on willingness to comply with Indonesian laws
– Contact details and domicile (Indonesia and overseas)
B. Investment / Asset Documents
For PT PMA investor route:
– Notarial deed of PT PMA and its legalisation
– NIB (Business Identification Number) from OSS
– Latest company shareholders’ list
– Proof of capital realization (bank slip, capital statement, or notarial deed of capital increase)
– If you are a shareholder: share certificate or updated deed showing your shares
For financial asset route:
– Official statement from bank/securities company confirming:
– Type of instrument
– Amount and currency
– Lock-up / holding period aligned with Golden Visa requirements
– Any MoU reference or letter that ties the instrument to the Golden Visa scheme (if applicable)
C. Supporting and Fee Documentation
– Payment proof for PNBP (state non-tax revenue) visa fees (exact amount under Permenkumham 11/2024 fee table)
– Sponsor letter, if the application uses a corporate or Indonesian sponsor
– Power of attorney to an agent, if you authorize someone to apply on your behalf
All documents must align with **Indonesian translation and legalization rules**:
– Non-English / non-Indonesian documents typically need **sworn translation**.
– Certain certificates (e.g., police clearance) may need **apostille or consular legalization** depending on their origin country.
Step 5 – File the Golden Visa e-Application
The **steps to Indonesia Golden Visa** on the portal usually look like this:
1. **Create an account** on the official Directorate General of Immigration system (or let a licensed sponsor/agent do it).
2. **Choose the correct visa category** – Golden Visa-related sub-types are indexed separately; selecting the wrong one is a common delay point.
3. **Fill in online forms** – personal details, travel history, investment details, sponsor details.
4. **Upload documents** in the required formats (often PDF/JPEG, size-limited).
5. **Pay visa fees** – online payment via official gateway.
6. **Wait for processing** – Immigration may:
– Approve directly
– Ask for additional documents / clarifications
– Refuse
Processing times are **not guaranteed** in any regulation and can vary widely based on workload, completeness of your file, and background checks. Treat every “X working days” estimate on any website—including ours—as a **non-binding estimate, not a promise**.
If you want a practice-based expectation for your specific route, you can plan your trip with us via email or WhatsApp; we’ll share realistic time ranges, not marketing numbers.
Step 6 – Use Your e-Visa to Enter Indonesia
If approved, you receive an **e-Visa** by email. Check:
– Name, passport number, and nationality
– Visa index and duration
– Entry validity period (the latest date by which you must enter)
Entry process:
– You **print** the e-Visa and keep a digital copy on your phone.
– At immigration on arrival, you show the e-Visa and passport.
– Officers may ask for basic supporting documents (return ticket, address, evidence of investment plan), though for Golden Visa this is less common than for tourist visas.
Step 7 – Convert e-Visa to ITAS (Kitas Emas) After Arrival
Golden Visa is structured as **visa + ITAS**. After you enter:
1. **Report to the local immigration office** that corresponds to your Indonesian address.
2. Submit documents for **ITAS issuance** and **biometrics** (fingerprints, photo, signature).
3. Pay applicable PNBP for ITAS card / digital ITAS.
4. Receive ITAS approval and digital/physical card.
Your **stay period (5 or 10 years)** is counted from the ITAS issuance date, not the first entry date.
If you change address, employer (for C-level track), or shareholding significantly, you will need to report and in some cases **amend your permit**.
Renewal, Upgrade, or Exit
Can you renew the Golden Visa?
Regulations allow **extension** if:
– You still meet the investment / asset criteria, AND
– You have complied with reporting obligations, AND
– You have respected immigration and tax rules
You may also **upgrade** (e.g., from 5-year to 10-year tier) by showing a higher investment level, though in practice this can mean a new application rather than a simple extension.
What if you withdraw your investment?
Golden Visa is **conditional** on maintaining your qualifying investment or asset:
– If you sell your shares below threshold, or liquidate the designated financial instruments too early, Immigration can **revoke** your Golden Visa / ITAS.
– Some PMK rules require that banks or securities firms **inform authorities** if you break the holding-period conditions.
Plan exit timing carefully in coordination with a tax advisor and immigration consultant.
Golden Visa vs Investor KITAS vs Second Home (Practical Comparison)
To put the options side by side:
- Golden Visa – Investor / Financial Asset
- 5–10 years in a single grant; higher investment; fewer frequent extensions; more complex initial compliance.
- Standard Investor KITAS (PT PMA)
- 1–2 years per grant; lower capital; tied to active role in PT PMA; regular extensions and RPTKA/IMTA considerations for some roles.
- Second Home Visa / ITAS
- 5–10 years; based on funds/property rather than business; no right to work as an employee; popular for retirees and remote professionals.
If you are unsure which track matches your real plan, use the plan your trip form and mention WhatsApp as your preferred channel. We can map the regulation-based options before you choose any route.
Tax Basics for Indonesia Golden Visa Holders
Immigration status and tax residency are **related but not identical**:
– You can be a **tax resident** without a Golden Visa (e.g., 183+ days on any ITAS).
– Holding a Golden Visa does **not automatically** make you a tax resident, but practically, **long stays** often trigger residency.
As of mid-2026 [VERIFY], the key points from the Income Tax Law and practice:
– You are treated as an **Indonesian tax resident** if:
– You stay in Indonesia **>183 days in any 12-month period**, OR
– You stay in Indonesia and intend to reside (seen from circumstances such as family, home, business center).
– Tax residents are taxed on **worldwide income**, with foreign tax credits available under double tax treaties where applicable.
– Non-residents are taxed only on **Indonesia-sourced income**, generally via withholding.
The government has also discussed transitional incentives for **new wealthy individual taxpayers relocating to Indonesia**. These often appear in **PMK** and policy announcements and can change year to year.
For Golden Visa holders, key practical tax questions include:
– How many days per year you plan to spend in Indonesia
– Where your main business and employment income arise
– Whether you will draw salary from an Indonesian entity
– How you structure holding companies and dividends
Golden Visa itself is not a tax-planning product. Always coordinate with a qualified Indonesian tax advisor before you assume any outcome.
Costs: Government Fees and Service Ranges
Government fees for Golden Visa are set in **Permenkumham 11/2024** and related tariff regulations. Components include:
– Visa application fee (Golden Visa category – higher than standard ITAS)
– ITAS issuance fee
– Re-entry rights (where applicable)
– Administrative fees (reporting, changes, etc.)
On top of this, you may face:
– PT PMA setup costs (notary, legal, licensing)
– Bank / securities charges for financial instruments
– Consultant / law firm / agent fees
Market-wide, not Indonesia-specific, **service fees** for Golden Visa and PT PMA support generally fall into ranges like:
– **Mid four figures to low five figures in USD-equivalent for straightforward single-applicant cases** [last verified June 2026 – indicative only, not a quote].
Actual pricing depends heavily on:
– Investment route (PMA vs financial asset)
– Corporate complexity (number of shareholders, sectors)
– Number of family members to be included
– Level of tax and structuring advice bundled
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Family Members and Dependents
Regulations allow qualifying Golden Visa holders to sponsor **dependents** (spouse, children) for derivative stay permits.
Important practice points:
– Dependents usually receive a **linked ITAS** with duration capped by the principal holder’s permit.
– They **do not automatically gain work rights**; separate permits may be needed if they intend to work.
– Documentation for each dependent includes passports, marriage/birth certificates (with translation and legalization as needed).
Capacity to bring dependents, and the exact document list, can differ by Golden Visa sub-type. Check the current implementing regulation or talk to an immigration specialist before assuming anything.
Common Pitfalls in Getting Indonesia Golden Visa
Patterns seen in rejected or delayed cases:
1. Misaligned Investment Evidence
– Claiming “I invested USD X” but having no formal capital injection document or notarial share transfer.
– Using **future promises** instead of realized amounts where the regulation requires actual investment.
2. Wrong Visa Index Selection
– Selecting a general ITAS category instead of the specific Golden Visa sub-type in the portal.
– Mixing up corporate-representative vs individual-investor tracks.
3. Outdated Thresholds
– Relying on old media articles quoting thresholds that were superseded by newer **PMK**.
– Committing funds to instruments that no longer qualify.
4. Ignoring Tax and Reporting
– Becoming de facto tax resident without registration.
– Missing mandatory reports (e.g., company reporting to BKPM/OSS) which later complicate immigration renewals.
Who Should Seriously Consider Golden Visa?
Golden Visa tends to make sense if you:
– Already plan an investment at or above the **current minimum thresholds**;
– Value a **single 5–10 year grant** over multiple visa extensions;
– Need a predictable base to manage operations and travel across the region;
– Are ready to engage with Indonesia’s tax and compliance system seriously.
If your capital level is just below thresholds, a staged approach is common:
1. Start with **Investor KITAS** or **Second Home**.
2. Build your Indonesia presence and compliance history.
3. Upgrade to Golden Visa when your investment size increases.
Use our plan your trip page if you want a regulation-based mapping of these paths. Mention that you prefer WhatsApp and we’ll route you to a partner who works that way.
FAQs on How to Get Indonesia Golden Visa
Can I apply for Indonesia Golden Visa while I am already in Indonesia?
Golden Visa is designed as an offshore e-Visa that you use to enter Indonesia, then convert to ITAS. Some in-country status changes are theoretically possible under general immigration rules, but in practice, most Golden Visa cases start from outside Indonesia. Treat it as an offshore process unless a specialist confirms that a specific onshore route currently works.
Does Indonesia Golden Visa give permanent residency or citizenship?
No. Golden Visa is a long-stay limited stay permit (ITAS) with 5 or 10-year validity. It does not automatically lead to permanent residency (ITAP) or Indonesian citizenship, and there is no published fast track from Golden Visa to a passport as of mid-2026 [VERIFY].
Can Golden Visa holders work and earn income in Indonesia?
Golden Visa holders under investor or corporate routes can usually perform roles aligned with their investment or corporate position, but exact work rights depend on the sub-type and interaction with manpower regulations (RPTKA/IMTA). Treat “work rights” as a compliance topic to confirm individually, not a blanket permission.
How long does it take to get Indonesia Golden Visa approved?
No regulation guarantees a fixed timeline. Publicly mentioned timeframes (for example, “a few weeks”) are targets, not entitlements. Actual processing depends on your profile, completeness of documents, background checks, and workload at Immigration and other agencies.
Can I use property investment alone to qualify for Indonesia Golden Visa?
As of mid-2026 [VERIFY], property alone is generally linked to the Second Home scheme rather than labeled Golden Visa. Some media references to “property Golden Visa” reflect policy discussions, but the operative rules still hinge on specific financial or business investment instruments. Always check the latest PMK and implementing regulations before relying on property as a sole qualifying asset.