E27- Preacher

The E27 Visa is a Limited Stay Visa (VITAS) intended for foreign nationals serving as religious preachers or spiritual leaders in Indonesia. This visa allows individuals to engage in religious teaching, preaching, and community service under the sponsorship of a recognized religious institution or organization in Indonesia.


🎯 Purpose

  • To provide legal stay and activity rights for foreign preachers.

  • To facilitate religious guidance, spiritual teaching, and community support within Indonesia.

  • To strengthen intercultural and interfaith exchange while respecting Indonesian religious regulations.

πŸ“Œ Key Features

  • Validity: Usually issued for 6 months to 1 year, renewable depending on the preaching program.

  • Residency Rights: Comes with a Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) for the duration of assignment.

  • Work Rights: Restricted to religious preaching and related community activities.

  • Sponsor Requirement: Must be sponsored by a registered religious organization or institution in Indonesia.

  • Multiple Entry: Allows international travel without losing visa status.


πŸ‘₯ Who Can Apply

  • Foreign nationals invited by churches, mosques, temples, or religious organizations in Indonesia.

  • Religious leaders, preachers, missionaries, or teachers engaged in faith-based activities.

  • Individuals with an official invitation or appointment letter from a recognized Indonesian religious institution.


⚠️ Important Notes

  • Activities are strictly limited to religious and spiritual services, not commercial or political activities.

  • Applicants must provide a sponsorship letter from the Indonesian religious institution.

  • Conversion to ITAS is required after arrival in Indonesia.

  • Renewal is subject to the sponsoring organization’s continued support.

  • Visa holders must comply with Indonesian immigration laws and respect local religious practices.