Indonesia Guide: Visas & Permits

Which documents do you need when going abroad? What are the regulations on visas and residence permits? Our legal guide will help you understand the paperwork you need to complete before moving abroad.

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  Short-term visas for Indonesia

  Visas on arrival, tourist and transit visas

  When moving to a new country you should always double check visa requirements. The last thing you want is trouble at airport immigration before you’ve even entered the country!

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  Indonesian residency

  Residency permits and KITAS/KITAP visas

  All foreigners must have visas to live and work in Indonesia, while some residents of certain countries are allowed to stay for free, for up to 30 days.

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  Getting a driving licence in Indonesia

  A step-by-step process

  Foreigners holding a KITAS or a KITAP visas are allowed to obtain an Indonesian driver's license - SIM (Surat Izin Mengemudi) anywhere in the country.

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  Additional Indonesian visas

  Social/Cultural visit visa and student permits

  For certain activities deemed “cultural”, such as visiting family or an exchange programme there are special visas.

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