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The Indonesian E23 Work KITAS: A Complete Registration Guide

The E23 Work KITAS is Indonesia’s standard Limited Stay Permit for foreign professionals employed by an Indonesian company. It cannot be applied for independently — it exists only as part of a sponsored, employer-driven process that runs through the Ministry of Manpower and the Directorate General of Immigration before a single card is ever issued.

This guide walks through exactly what a sponsoring company and the foreign employee each need to prepare, what the process costs, and what stays true after the card is in hand.

Legal Basis

Law No. 6 of 2011 on Immigration
Government Regulation No. 45 of 2024 on Immigration PNBP Tariffs — official fee schedule
Minister of Law and Human Rights Regulation No. 22 of 2023 on Visas and Residence Permits, as amended by Regulation No. 11 of 2024 and Regulation No. 3 of 2025
Minister of Immigration and Corrections Decree No. M.IP-08.GR.01.01 of 2025, effective 2 June 2025 — the current governing decree for E23 procedure

What the E23 Permit Gives You

Lawful residence tied to lawful employment — the holder’s right to live in Indonesia is directly linked to their sponsored job, giving both employer and employee a clear legal basis for the arrangement.
Multiple Exit Re-entry (MERP) eligibility — holders can travel in and out of Indonesia repeatedly during the permit’s validity without applying for a new visa each time.
Family sponsorship — spouses and children can be sponsored onto a Dependent KITAS under the E31 series, tied to the same validity period.

Sponsor Eligibility — What the Company Needs

Indonesian authorities vet the sponsoring company as closely as the applicant. Before an RPTKA can be approved, the company generally needs to demonstrate:

✅ Legal standing — Articles of Association (Akta), Corporate Tax ID (NPWP), and Ministry of Law and Human Rights approval (SK Menkumham)
✅ Active operations — a valid OSS Business Licence and up-to-date Mandatory Workforce Report (Wajib Lapor), which tracks the ratio of local to foreign staff
✅ Financial substance appropriate to the business — paid-up capital that matches the company’s registered scale and KBLI classification. There is no single fixed rupiah threshold published specifically for Work KITAS sponsorship — figures commonly discussed in the market for PT PMA structures range from roughly IDR 2.5–10 billion depending on sector and company type. Immigration and Manpower authorities assess this case by case alongside the RPTKA justification, so it’s worth having your specific structure reviewed before applying.
✅ A role a local hire can’t reasonably fill — the RPTKA must justify the position and typically commits the company to a knowledge-transfer or training plan for local staff

Applicant Requirements — What the Employee Needs

✅ Passport validity — at least 18 months remaining for a 1-year permit; around 30 months is recommended for a 2-year permit to comfortably cover the full validity plus renewal buffer
✅ Professional credentials — educational certificates, a CV, and a reference letter substantiating a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in the field — a requirement introduced under the 2024 RPTKA reform
✅ Valid health insurance covering the intended stay in Indonesia
✅ Proof of financial means — a personal bank statement demonstrating sufficient funds to support the stay; specific minimums are assessed case by case
✅ A recent passport-style photograph meeting current immigration photo specifications

Official Fees

Fee Item	Official Cost
Limited Stay Visa (VITAS)	IDR 500,000
Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) — 1 year	IDR 3,000,000
Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) — 2 years	IDR 5,000,000
Re-entry Permit (MERP) — 1 year	IDR 1,500,000
Re-entry Permit (MERP) — 2 years	IDR 2,000,000
DKP TKA levy (paid by employer)	USD 100/month — USD 1,200/year, paid upfront for the full permit period

The Registration Process, Step by Step

RPTKA approval — the sponsor submits a Foreign Worker Utilisation Plan (Rencana Penggunaan Tenaga Kerja Asing) to the Ministry of Manpower via the TKA Online system, justifying the role and the company’s local skills-transfer commitment.
DKP TKA levy payment — once the RPTKA is approved, the sponsor pays the levy upfront through the SIMPONI platform.
VITAS issuance — the application moves to the Directorate General of Immigration, which issues the e-Visa (VITAS) through the official e-Visa portal.
Arrival and conversion to e-ITAS — on arrival at a biometric-enabled port of entry, the VITAS is automatically converted into an e-ITAS, formalising the holder’s stay status immediately.
Civil registration — within 14 days of arrival, the holder must obtain an SKTT (Certificate of Domicile) from the local Civil Registry Office (Dukcapil) and an STM (Certificate of Reporting) from the local police. This 14-day window is strictly enforced and can carry administrative fines if missed.

Total processing time typically runs 6–10 weeks from RPTKA submission to card issuance, depending on document completeness.

Staying Compliant After the Card Is Issued

Getting the KITAS is not the end of the sponsor’s obligations:

LKPM reporting — PT PMA sponsors must keep their Investment Activity Report (Laporan Kegiatan Penanaman Modal) current. Falling behind on LKPM filings can result in the sponsor being blacklisted, which freezes the company’s ability to process renewals or new permits for any employee.
SKTT must stay valid — a lapsed civil registration is one of the most common reasons a KITAS renewal gets rejected, so renew SKTT before it expires, not after.
Renewals should start early — begin the renewal process well before the expiry date to avoid a gap in legal status.
Exit Permit Only (EPO) on termination — when employment ends, the sponsor must process an EPO to formally close out the permit before the holder departs Indonesia or transitions to a new visa category. Skipping this step leaves the individual’s immigration status unresolved.

Get Expert Help With Your Work KITAS

Between RPTKA drafting, sponsor eligibility, and the compliance obligations that continue long after the card is issued, most of the risk in a Work KITAS application sits in the details. Let’s talk through your company’s specific situation with STEPS.ID and get it right from RPTKA to renewal.

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References: Law No. 6 of 2011 on Immigration · Government Regulation No. 45 of 2024 on Immigration PNBP Tariffs · Minister of Law and Human Rights Regulation No. 22 of 2023 on Visas and Residence Permits (as amended by Regulation No. 11 of 2024 and Regulation No. 3 of 2025) · Minister of Immigration and Corrections Decree No. M.IP-08.GR.01.01 of 2025

STEPS.ID — is an independent consultancy and is not affiliated with the Government of the Republic of Indonesia. Official services are directly available through the relevant government agencies. We provide consulting and assistance for Limited Stay Permit applications (Work KITAS, Investor KITAS, and Family KITAS) in full compliance with the laws and regulations of the Republic of Indonesia.

A Limited Stay Permit Card (KITAS – Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas) is an official residency document issued by the Indonesian government to foreign nationals (WNA), allowing them to reside in Indonesia for a specified period based on their purpose of visit—such as working, investing, studying, family reunification, or other activities permitted by law.

Issued by the Directorate General of Immigration, a KITAS comes with a limited validity period that can be extended as long as the holder continues to meet the applicable requirements. Beyond serving as proof of legal residence, a KITAS acts as a prerequisite for foreign nationals to fulfill various administrative needs, including obtaining a Tax Identification Number (NPWP), opening bank accounts, applying for work permits (for specific categories), and accessing other regulated services.

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STEPS.ID is an independent consultant and is not affiliated with the Government of the Republic of Indonesia. Official services are provided through the relevant government institutions, including the Directorate General of Immigration, the Ministry of Manpower, and the Ministry of Investment/BKPM. STEPS.ID provides consultation and assistance throughout the administrative process for KITAS applications in accordance with applicable regulations. Through the authorized government institutions, we help ensure that the residence permit application process is legal, transparent, and compliant with the laws and regulations applicable in Indonesia. We serve KITAS processing needs in cities and regencies throughout Indonesia.

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Comprehensive Registration Guide The Indonesian E23 Work KITAS

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FAQ WORK KITAS

Can I apply for a Work KITAS myself, without a company sponsor?

No. The Work KITAS only exists as a sponsored permit. An Indonesian company must first secure RPTKA approval from the Ministry of Manpower before any individual application can proceed.

What happens to my Work KITAS if I change jobs?

Your KITAS is tied to the sponsoring company named in your RPTKA. Changing employers generally requires an Exit Permit Only (EPO) process to close out the old permit, followed by a fresh RPTKA and application under the new sponsor.

Is the DKP TKA levy paid by me or by my employer?

By the employer. The DKP TKA (USD 100/month, paid upfront for the full permit period) is a mandatory levy paid by the sponsoring company, not deducted from the employee.

Do I need 5 years of experience for every position?

The 5-year relevant experience requirement, introduced under the 2024 RPTKA reform, applies broadly across most professional roles. Some specialised or executive positions may be assessed differently — this is worth confirming against your specific RPTKA submission.

What happens if my company misses an LKPM report?

Falling behind on LKPM (Investment Activity Report) filings can result in the sponsoring company being blacklisted, which freezes its ability to process KITAS renewals or new applications for any employee until the issue is resolved.