E23-Employment

The E23 Visa is a Limited Stay Visa (VITAS) for foreign nationals who are employed in Indonesia. It is designed for professionals, experts, and foreign workers hired by Indonesian companies, organizations, or institutions. This visa provides legal residency and work authorization, enabling expatriates to contribute to Indonesia’s workforce while complying with immigration and labor regulations.


🎯 Purpose

  • To allow foreign professionals and skilled workers to work legally in Indonesia.

  • To support Indonesian companies and institutions in hiring international expertise.

  • To strengthen knowledge transfer and capacity building between foreign experts and local employees.

πŸ“Œ Key Features

  • Validity: Typically granted for 6 months, 1 year, or 2 years, renewable based on employment contract.

  • Residency Rights: Comes with a Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) that allows legal residence.

  • Work Rights: Fully authorizes holders to work for the sponsoring company in Indonesia.

  • Sponsor Requirement: Must be sponsored by an Indonesian company or institution holding an approved work permit (RPTKA).

  • Multiple Entry: Allows free travel in and out of Indonesia during the visa’s validity.


πŸ‘₯ Who Can Apply

  • Foreign nationals who have received a job offer or employment contract from an Indonesian company.

  • Professionals, consultants, or experts invited to Indonesia to provide specialized knowledge or skills.

  • Employees sponsored by a company that has secured approval from the Ministry of Manpower and Immigration.


⚠️ Important Notes

  • Employers must obtain a Work Permit (IMTA) and Expatriate Placement Plan (RPTKA) before the visa application.

  • Visa holders are only allowed to work for the sponsoring company β€” not for other employers.

  • Extensions are possible in line with the employment contract and regulatory approvals.

  • Eligible for conversion to a Permanent Stay Permit (KITAP) after continuous residence, subject to conditions.