- Annual income of at least USD 60,000 (about USD 5,000/month) from foreign sources, proven with bank statements, payslips or tax returns.
- An employment contract or agreement with a company registered outside Indonesia. Salaried employees fit cleanly; freelance eligibility is unsettled and should be confirmed with a licensed agent before applying.
- Personal bank statements for the last 3 months showing a balance of at least USD 2,000.
- Passport valid at least 6 months (18+ months advised for a KITAS), recent color photo, and a CV.
- Comprehensive international health insurance (a travel-only policy is not accepted).
- 18 years or older, clean record. Family: spouse and children can join on dependent permits.
Indonesia E33G Remote Worker Visa (Bali)
Indonesia
The E33G, officially the Visa Rumah Kedua Pekerja Jarak Jauh (Second Home Remote Worker Visa), is Indonesia's dedicated remote worker visa, launched in 2024. It grants a 1-year multiple-entry KITAS (limited stay permit) to people employed by a company outside Indonesia.
It is the first and only fully legal way to live in Bali long term while working remotely. Working on a tourist visa or visa on arrival is illegal, and Bali immigration runs active spot checks at cafes and coworking spaces, with deportations happening in 2026.
A major practical advantage: unlike most Indonesian residence permits, the E33G does not require a local sponsor or guarantor (penjamin).
Eligibility
Key facts
| Income test | At least USD 60,000/year (about USD 5,000/month) from a non-Indonesian source, plus bank statements showing USD 2,000+ maintained over the last 3 months. Some agencies cite USD 5,000 balance; the official figure is USD 2,000. |
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| Fees | Official government fees total USD 430 per PP 45/2024: limited stay visa USD 31 + Category II verification USD 120 + 1-year ITAS USD 190 + 1-year re-entry permit USD 93. Applying through an agent typically brings the all-in cost to USD 1,100-1,600+. An exit permit (EPO) of about USD 6 applies when you leave. |
| Processing time | Standard processing is 7-14 business days (some sources quote 2-6 weeks). The e-Visa is valid 90 days from issuance: you must enter Indonesia within that window or it becomes void with no refund. |
| Path to permanence | No direct path to permanent residency or citizenship on the E33G. The stay is renewable year to year (several 2026 guides say renewable; at least one says you must reapply from outside Indonesia, so confirm with immigration before expiry). Long-term permanence runs through other routes: an investor KITAS then KITAP (5-year permanent stay card), or the Second Home Visa (5-10 years, no work rights). |
| Last checked | Oct 2026 (source) |
How to execute it
- Apply offshore at evisa.imigrasi.go.id. You cannot convert a standard Visa on Arrival into an E33G; onshore conversion from a C1 visit visa is possible in some cases but takes longer.
- Upload all documents (passport scan, photo, employment contract, 3 months of bank statements, health insurance certificate, CV) and pay the USD 430 government fee through the portal. A single clerical error can forfeit the fee and force a re-application.
- Enter Indonesia within 90 days of issuance; on arrival at Ngurah Rai (or another major checkpoint) the electronic ITAS and multiple-entry re-entry permit (MERP) are issued, starting your 1-year residency.
- Register any phone valued over USD 500 with customs (IMEI registration) so it works on local networks beyond the initial 90-day window.
- Register your domicile with the local banjar (neighborhood association) within 30 days of arrival in Bali.
- Keep your foreign income documentation and tax position reviewed annually: KITAS data is cross-referenced with the tax office.
Why applications get rejected
- Income below USD 60,000/year or bank statements that do not show the USD 2,000 minimum over 3 months.
- No employment contract with a foreign-registered company; freelance-only income without a formal contract is the most common gray area and gets refused.
- Any Indonesian-sourced income or work for Indonesian clients or companies (that is the employer-sponsored work KITAS, not the E33G).
- Health insurance that is travel-only rather than comprehensive international cover.
- Single clerical errors in the online form: in 2026 a mistake can void the application and forfeit the USD 430 fee.
Want a lawyer to file it?
Talk to a licensed immigration consultant before you pay the USD 430 fee: a single form error can void your E33G application with no refund.
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Frequently asked questions
Can freelancers get the E33G?
Officially unsettled. The visa names an employment contract with a company registered outside Indonesia, which fits salaried remote employees cleanly. Some agencies file for freelancers on client contracts or service agreements, others treat a formal employment contract as mandatory, and immigration has published no clear answer. If you are freelance, get a licensed agent to confirm your specific case before paying anyone.
Is my foreign income tax-free on the E33G?
Not automatically. Indonesia taxes tax residents on worldwide income, and you become a tax resident by spending more than 183 days in the country over 12 months, or by being present with intent to reside, which holding a KITAS demonstrates regardless of days stayed, according to 2026 analyses. Plan for an NPWP tax card and an annual return; tax paid abroad can often be credited through a double tax agreement. Get advice for your nationality.
Can I renew the E33G without leaving Indonesia?
Sources disagree, which is itself the answer: most 2026 guides describe the 1-year stay as renewable, but at least one detailed guide says it cannot be renewed in-country and you must reapply from outside Indonesia after expiry. Confirm the current rule with immigration or your agent well before your ITAS expires.
How does the Second Home Visa compare?
The Second Home Visa (E33F) needs proof of USD 124,000 held in an Indonesian state-owned bank, or qualifying luxury property, and grants 5 or 10 years. It gives no right to work in Indonesia. Choose it for a long, passive base; choose the E33G if you need to keep working remotely.
Can my family come with me on the E33G?
Yes. A spouse and children can join on dependent permits linked to your KITAS.
Do I need a sponsor for the E33G?
No. The E33G is one of the few Indonesian KITAS types that does not require a local sponsor or guarantor (penjamin). You apply yourself at evisa.imigrasi.go.id or through an agent.