Indonesia - Second Home visa (E33)

Key requirements

We treat this as a deposit-led route and use the widely cited ~IDR 2B figure for planning. The USD equivalent moves with exchange rates. Confirm bank and property options on official sites.

• Income we use for estimatesNot set in data
• SavingsOften ~$130,000+
• Accepted income typesSavings only, Passive income, Pension, Remote salary, Freelance income
• Remote work allowedYes
• Local employment allowedNo
• Health insuranceNot flagged in model
• Criminal record checkNot flagged in model
• Accommodation proofNot flagged in model
• Bank accountUsually required
• Processing (rough)Weeks to a few months (route-dependent)

Whether you need a sponsor or agent, and exactly how the deposit works, depends on the current eVisa process. Follow the official portal for your nationality.

1. 1

   Choose how you will apply

   Check whether you apply yourself on the eVisa portal or need a sponsor or agent for your nationality and location.

2. 2

   Check your passport and entry timing

   Make sure your passport meets validity rules and you can enter within the visa window with correct photos and any biometrics required.

   • •Renew your passport before filing if it expires soon so document numbers stay consistent.
3. 3

   Plan the deposit and costs

   Work out the required rupiah deposit (or equivalent), and add buffer for exchange rates, bank fees, and proof letters.

4. 4

   Gather proof of funds

   Collect bank statements and papers showing the money is yours, available, and from lawful sources. Some cases need an explanation of where funds came from.

   • •Use the same name on bank papers as on your passport.
5. 5

   Complete Indonesian bank steps if required

   If you must place funds in an Indonesian bank, follow the bank’s rules and get letters or receipts suitable for immigration.

6. 6

   Line up accommodation and an address

   Have an Indonesian address or booking ready for forms and any reporting after arrival.

7. 7

   Submit the eVisa application

   File on the official channel, upload documents in the required format, and pay government fees.

   • •Use clear, high-resolution scans. Blurry uploads are a common cause of delays.
8. 8

   Track status and respond to requests

   Watch for requests for more documents. Processing can take from a few weeks to a few months.

9. 9

   Enter Indonesia and finish local steps

   Travel within the eVisa validity period and complete registration, biometrics, or permit steps required after arrival.

10. 10

    Keep funds and reporting up to date

    Maintain the required deposit structure, follow reporting rules, and plan renewals early to avoid overstays.

    • •Immigration permission is separate from tax. A long stay may create tax duties in Indonesia.

This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Indonesia Second Home rules and portal steps can change. Check the latest official eVisa guidance before you apply.

Pathway last reviewed: 2026-05-15

Citizenship & nationality

Second Home is a long-stay visa, not a work permit. You qualify mainly by meeting the deposit or asset rules and submitting the right documents.

• •You cannot work for an Indonesian employer on this visa. Plan it as a stay without local employment.
• •You usually need a passport valid for at least 36 months and must follow reporting rules to avoid fines or cancellation.
• •Most applicants place a large deposit with an Indonesian bank. Guides often cite about IDR 2 billion.
• •Immigration approval is separate from tax residence. If you stay long term, check tax and local reporting rules.

Check Indonesia’s official eVisa portal (Directorate General of Immigration) for current rules and document lists.

Best for

• •People planning to stay several years with a clear residence record
• •Anyone weighing tax context alongside lifestyle and logistics

Long-term path

• Permanent residence: Possible, but depends on your case
• Citizenship: Possible, but depends on your case

This visa is for a long stay. Permanent settlement and citizenship follow other rules and take extra steps.

Practical difficulty

hard

Rough guide only. Your case depends on papers, timing, and rule changes.

Hard means a large deposit requirement, strict compliance, and clear limits on working in Indonesia.