🛂 Digital Nomad Visa in Indonesia

✅ Official DN program ✨ Extendable

Indonesia Second Home Visa

A dedicated path to live, work remotely, and stay legally for an extended period.

Duration 1825 days
Required income $ 60 000
Program cost $ 3 500
Processing 14–45 days
Imagine waking up to the aroma of fresh Indonesian coffee on your private villa terrace, overlooking emerald rice paddies in Ubud or dramatic cliffs in Uluwatu. The Second Home Visa grants digital nomads the freedom to work remotely from this archipelago paradise, blending productivity with unparalleled natural beauty, vibrant sunsets, and ancient temples. With fast fiber internet in nomad hubs like Canggu and Bali, a thriving international community, year-round tropical climate, and incredibly affordable lifestyle, Indonesia offers the perfect environment for those seeking both career growth and life-changing adventures.

📋 How to apply

  1. Prepare Documents
    Collect all required paperwork including proof of remote income and insurance.
  2. Submit Online Application
    Apply via the official Directorate General of Immigration portal or authorized partner.
  3. Pay Visa Fees
    Pay the $3,500 processing fee and any additional administrative costs.
  4. Background & Financial Verification
    Undergo document verification and possible video interview.
  5. Receive Approval & Travel
    Once approved, book your flights and complete final arrival formalities in Indonesia.

✅ Tips for approval

  • Provide clear evidence that your income is from remote work outside Indonesia
  • Show strong financial stability with multiple months of bank statements
  • Include a detailed remote work description and client portfolio
  • Purchase comprehensive insurance from a recognized international provider
  • Apply with at least 3 months of planned stay to demonstrate commitment
  • Ensure all translations (if any) are certified and up-to-date

✔ Required documents

  • Valid passport with minimum 18 months validity
  • Proof of minimum annual remote income of $60,000 (bank statements, contracts, tax returns)
  • Comprehensive health/travel insurance valid for Indonesia
  • Proof of accommodation in Indonesia (rental agreement or hotel booking)
  • Curriculum Vitae and description of remote work
  • Clean criminal record certificate
  • Completed application form and passport photos

❓ FAQ

If you stay less than 183 days in any tax year, you are generally not considered a tax resident and owe no tax on foreign income. Stays over 183 days make you a tax resident subject to Indonesian worldwide taxation. We strongly recommend consulting an international tax advisor before long-term stays.

Yes, the visa supports family inclusion. Your spouse and dependent children under 18 can be added to the application. Separate additional fees apply and you must provide marriage/birth certificates and individual insurance for each family member.

The Second Home Visa is valid for up to 5 years (1825 days) and is extendable for another 5-year period if you continue to meet the financial and remote-work criteria. Extensions must be applied for before expiry through Indonesian immigration.

You may change employers or clients freely provided you maintain remote work for non-Indonesian entities and continue to meet the minimum income threshold. No formal notification to immigration is required, but keep updated financial documentation.

Yes. You must provide proof of comprehensive international insurance that covers medical evacuation, hospitalization, and repatriation for the entire duration of your stay in Indonesia.

No. The visa is strictly for remote work for foreign clients or employers. Taking any local employment or Indonesian-based contracts is prohibited and may result in visa cancellation and deportation.

In popular nomad locations such as Canggu, Seminyak, and Ubud, fiber-optic internet typically delivers 50–300 Mbps. More remote islands have slower and less stable connections. Many villas and co-working spaces offer backup connections.

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