📌 Key Features
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Validity: Usually granted for 6–12 months, extendable depending on the employment contract and government approval.
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Sponsorship: Must be sponsored by a registered Indonesian company with RPTKA (Expatriate Placement Plan) approval from the Ministry of Manpower.
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Work Rights: Grants legal permission to work only for the sponsoring company in the approved position.
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Residency Rights: Comes with a Limited Stay Permit (ITAS), allowing the holder to live in Indonesia during their employment period.
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Extensions: Renewable annually and may lead to long-term stay options if requirements are met.
👤 Who Can Apply
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Foreign nationals with a formal job offer and contract from an Indonesian company.
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Professionals with specialized expertise not readily available in Indonesia.
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Individuals hired in managerial, technical, or specialist positions as approved by the Ministry of Manpower.
⚠️ Important Notes
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The E33A visa is strictly tied to the sponsoring company.
➝ Changing employers requires a new visa application. -
The visa holder is not permitted to engage in activities outside the approved work scope.
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After fulfilling long-term residency requirements, holders may be eligible to apply for a Permanent Stay Permit (KITAP).
