KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit)

What is KITAP?

KITAP stands for Kartu Izin Tinggal Tetap which translates as permanent stay permit card.Unlike any other visa in Indonesia, the KITAP is valid for five years, and if after five years there are no changes to the status of the ex-pat, the visa is extended automatically.

However, for foreigners who don’t enter Indonesia within one year, the validity of KITAP is automatically void. Therefore, the only thing you need to do is apply for a new card.A permanent residence visa means no more annual trips to immigration (as in the case of KITAS/ITAS), no more costly visa extensions, and no more piles of paperwork. No wonder strict rules apply.

Benefits

The most obvious advantage of having a KITAP is that you are allowed to stay in Indonesia without having to extend your visa within a certain period of time, which is time-consuming and costly. Apart from that, there are other advantages:

• You can apply for a KTP ( Indonesian Identity Card) with a validity period of five years
• You can get a driving license with a validity period of five years
• You can open a local bank account
• You can apply for a credit card
• You can apply for a loan
• You can enjoy local prices for attractions, paying only a fraction of what tourists usually pay.
• For those married to Indonesians: eligible for co-ownership of property with your spouse

Who can get KITAP?

The only eligible candidates to get a KITAP are:

• Foreigners with an Indonesian spouse
• Foreign investors, directors, or commissioners in an Indonesian Company (PT PMA)
• Foreigners wanting to retire in Indonesia
• Indonesians regaining their citizenship

Duration of Stay

You are allowed to stay in Indonesia for up 5 years.

Requirements

KITAP Sponsored by Partner

1. Passport and The copy of all passport pages. Passports must have a minimum validity of two years
2. Final ITAS/KITAS and photocopy (Colour)
3. Sponsorship letter from spouse
4. SKPPS/SKTT
5. Letter of application for changing the KITAS to KITAP
6. Marriage book
7. Partner ID
8. Spouse’s Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP)
9. Family card
10. Current account partners with a minimum balanceof Rp. 10,000,000
11. Address details in Indonesia
12. Passport size photo

KITAP For Foreign Investors or Retirement

1. Passport and The copy of all passport pages. Passports must have a minimum validity of two years
2. Final ITAS/KITAS and photocopy (Colour)
3. Photocopy of SKPPS/SKTT
4. Sponsorship letter
5. Letter of application for changing the KITAS to KITAP 7. NPWP
6. Partner ID
7. Address Details in Indonesia
8. Passport size photo

Foreign investors also need to bring their work permit and the legal documents of the sponsoring company.

Can you work with KITAP?

Only those married to an Indonesian have the right to work in Indonesia once they have attained their KITAP in order to provide for their family.

Restrictions apply, and there are, basically, two options.

First, you can work for a company if the company obtains the work permit for you (RPTKA) — this is a lot cheaper for the company than also having to pay for the KITAP and so, there is more chance of getting a job.

Secondly, they can choose to start a business as a sole entrepreneur, meaning you cannot hire anyone, but you will be avoiding the hassle of getting work permits and such.

Price for KITAP

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