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No, you cannot apply for a KITAS upon arrival. The KITAS must be processed before entering Indonesia, and you will need an entry visa related to the KITAS (e.g., VITAS)…
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The MERP allows you to leave and re-enter Indonesia while holding a KITAS. Without a MERP, your KITAS would be invalidated upon exit. The permit typically lasts for the duration…
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No, these KITAS types are for business or employment purposes only. If you plan to study in Indonesia, you would need to apply for a Student KITAS, which is specifically…
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If your investment falls below the required threshold (IDR 1 billion in shares or IDR 10 billion in capital), your Investor KITAS may be revoked, and you could lose your…
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No, you cannot hold both at the same time. You must choose between the Work Permit KITAS and the Investor KITAS depending on your role in Indonesia, whether it is…
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No, freelancers or self-employed individuals cannot apply for a Work Permit KITAS. The KITAS requires sponsorship from an Indonesian company that employs you in a specific role. However, other visa…
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In most cases, changing visa types (e.g., from a Business Visa to a KITAS) requires leaving Indonesia and applying from abroad. However, specific visas, such as a temporary visa to…
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Working without a proper Work Permit KITAS (Index E23) is a serious violation of Indonesian immigration laws. It can lead to fines, deportation, and possible blacklisting, preventing future entry into…
