Before you pay any fee, it helps to know exactly what immigration expects. The Indonesia remote worker visa requirements come down to three tests: a foreign employer, enough income and enough funds. Miss one, and the application can stall.
This guide turns those rules into a checklist you can work through, with tips on preparing each document. If you want a team to review your file before you submit, our Indonesia visa assistance service can help. The visa itself is the E33G remote worker visa.
What the Indonesia remote worker visa is
The E33G is a limited stay visa, launched in 2024, for people who live in Indonesia while working remotely for a company established outside the country. It leads to a stay permit of up to one year, often called a KITAS.
This article covers eligibility and documents only. For fees, timing and the application process, see our guide to E33G costs and application steps.
Hey Rick Visa is a private visa assistance service. We can prepare and check your application, but the Indonesian immigration authorities decide every case, and no agent can guarantee approval.
Quick eligibility self-test
Answer yes or no to each question:
- Do you have an employment contract with a company, organisation or institution established outside Indonesia?
- Can you show income of at least USD 60,000 a year, from sources outside Indonesia?
- Can you show at least USD 2,000 in your personal bank account across the last three months?
- Does your passport have at least six months of validity left, and ideally more?
- Will you avoid working for, or taking pay from, any Indonesian company or individual?
Five yes answers mean you are likely on the right track. Any no answer means you should fix it first, or look at a different visa.
The core requirements at a glance
| Requirement | What immigration asks for | How to prepare |
| Foreign employer | Employment contract with a company established outside Indonesia | Use a signed contract that names you and the employer |
| Income | At least USD 60,000 a year, from foreign sources | Gather bank records or payslips that match the contract |
| Funds | At least USD 2,000 in personal bank statements for the last three months | Download full statements as PDFs |
| Passport | Valid for at least six months | Renew first if it is close to the limit |
| Sponsor | None needed | Apply in your own name online |
Employer requirements
The visa is built for employees of companies outside Indonesia. Your employer should be established abroad, and the contract should clearly identify both the employer and you.
Be careful with job titles and duties. A contract that sounds like local employment, or work that serves Indonesian customers, can raise questions. The visa does not cover selling goods or services in Indonesia.
Freelancers and business owners. The published rules ask for an employment contract, so self-employed people with foreign clients sit in a grey area, and sources disagree on how they are treated. If this is you, get advice on your evidence before you pay anything.
Income requirements
You need to show at least USD 60,000 a year, which is roughly USD 5,000 a month. The income must come from outside Indonesia, and Indonesian income does not count towards the threshold.
Keep two things apart:
- Income proof: bank records, and where helpful payslips or an income letter, showing the USD 60,000 a year.
- Funds proof: personal bank statements showing at least USD 2,000 over the last three months.
A bank balance on its own is not income proof. Make sure the figures in your contract, payslips and statements match, because mismatches are a common cause of delays.
Documents to prepare, and how
Immigration publishes the official checklist on the e-visa portal, and it can change. Prepare these first:
- Passport: Check the validity and the number of blank pages. Six months is the minimum, and longer is safer if you plan to extend.
- Recent colour photograph: Follow the format rules on the portal.
- Employment contract: Make sure it is signed, names the employer and you, and is in English. Get a translation if it is in another language.
- Income evidence: Use records that match the contract figures.
- Bank statements: Use full PDF statements, not app screenshots. Each should show your name, account number, dates and balances.
Some providers also ask for a CV, a local address and a travel plan, and some lists include international health insurance. Check the portal for the current list. Whatever the rule, we recommend health insurance that covers a long stay.
Requirements for family members
Eligible family members may be able to join you on dependent stay permits. These are separate applications with their own requirements, so check them early rather than assuming they follow your own.
Timing requirements
Once your visa is issued, you must enter Indonesia within 90 days. Published guidance says processing takes about five working days after payment, but allow extra time in case you need to correct a document.
If you do not meet the requirements
Not everyone qualifies, and that is fine. Here are the common situations:
- You earn less than USD 60,000: The E33G is probably not the right visa. Read our Bali digital nomad visa options guide to see what else exists.
- You want to visit for a few months: The C1 tourist visa allows stays of up to 180 days with extensions. Tourist visas do not permit work.
- You plan to work for an Indonesian employer: That needs a different kind of permit, which is a separate process.
A note on tax
The E33G is an immigration status, not a tax exemption. Your tax position depends on how long you spend in Indonesia, where your income comes from and your home country’s rules. Hey Rick Visa does not give tax advice, so speak to a qualified tax adviser.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Mixing income and funds. The USD 60,000 income proof and the USD 2,000 funds proof are separate checks.
- Using screenshots. Use full bank statements, not app screenshots.
- Mismatched figures. Names, dates and amounts should agree across every document.
- A contract tied to Indonesia. The employer must be established outside the country.
- Missing the entry window. The visa must be used within 90 days of issue.
- Overstaying. The fine is IDR 1,000,000 per day, and it adds up quickly.
Apply yourself or use help?
You can apply on your own through the official e-visa portal, and a clean file with one foreign employer is a reasonable do-it-yourself job. Our Indonesia visa application steps guide shows what a typical application involves.
Help makes more sense if your income comes from several sources, you are self-employed, or your documents need translation. A second check before you pay can save time.
How Hey Rick Visa helps
Hey Rick Visa is based in Legian, Bali, and is part of PT Rick’s Group Indonesia. The process is simple:
- Find your visa with our visa checker.
- Apply and pay in under 10 minutes. You can apply 24/7 and save and continue later.
- We handle the rest. Technology and human experts review your details before submission.
Our support team is available around the clock by chat, WhatsApp and email, in multiple languages. You can start your application for the digital nomad visa for Indonesia online.
Indonesia remote worker visa requirements FAQ
What are the main Indonesia remote worker visa requirements?
You need an employment contract with a company established outside Indonesia, income of at least USD 60,000 a year from foreign sources, and bank statements showing at least USD 2,000 for the last three months. You also need a passport with enough validity.
Can freelancers apply for the remote worker visa?
The published rules ask for an employment contract, so freelancers face more uncertainty. Check your evidence carefully, or get advice, before you pay a fee.
Does Indonesian income count towards the USD 60,000?
No. The income must come from outside Indonesia, and the visa does not allow you to take pay from Indonesian companies or individuals.
Do I need an Indonesian sponsor?
No sponsor is needed. You apply online in your own name.
Can my family join me?
Eligible family members may be able to apply for dependent stay permits. These are separate applications, so check their requirements early.
Does Hey Rick Visa guarantee approval?
No. Approval is decided by the Indonesian immigration authorities. We help you prepare and check your application, but we cannot promise an outcome.
Ready to check your Indonesia remote worker visa requirements?
Work through the checklist above, make sure your contract, income and funds line up, and confirm the current rules on the official portal before you pay.
When you are ready, apply for an Indonesia visa with Hey Rick Visa, or contact our team if you want personal help checking your documents.
Hey Rick Visa is a private visa assistance service and is not affiliated with the Government of Indonesia. We provide assistance with visa applications and charge a service fee.