At Esin Indonesia, we help you reunite with your loved ones. Our Dependent KITAS service enables spouses and children to legally reside in Indonesia alongside a primary KITAS or KITAP holder—perfect for families relocating together.
What Is the Dependent KITAS?
The Dependent KITAS (Limited Stay Permit) allows qualifying family members—spouse, unmarried children under 18 (or under 17 per some rules)—to stay in Indonesia under the sponsorship of a foreign visa-holder. The dependent’s KITAS mirrors the duration and status of the primary KITAS.
Eligibility & Key Benefits
- Eligibility: Your sponsor must hold a valid KITAS or KITAP (e.g., Work, Investor, Retirement, Student).
- Who can apply: spouse, children under 17/18, and in some cases parents or siblings, depending on the sponsor’s visa category.
- Primary dependent roles:
- E31B: spouse of a foreign KITAS/KITAP holder
- E31E: children
- Others: parents (E31H), siblings (E31J)
- Benefits:
- Stay validity matches the main visa, including renewals (1–10 years possible).
- Includes multiple-entry permit (MERP) for re-entry flexibility.
- Ability to open bank accounts, enroll children in school, register local services, etc.
- Spouses can later apply for a separate work visa (IMTA) if desired.
Document Checklist
Applicant (Spouse/Child):
- Passport (min 18 months validity)
- VITAS (entry visa) to enter Indonesia
- Passport-sized photos
- Marriage certificate (for spouse), birth certificate (for child), translated/legalized if applicable
Sponsor (Primary KITAS Holder):
- Copy of original KITAS/KITAP
- Employer or sponsor documents (e.g., IMTA for work KITAS)
- Proof of financial ability—bank statements, sponsor income or salary info
Additional:
- Accommodation details
- Sponsor’s KTP or KITAS copy (if applicable)
Processing Time & Fees
- Onshore application: Approximately 5–10 business days from full document submission.
- Validity: Initially aligns with sponsor’s KITAS/KITAP (typically 1 year), renewable as long as sponsor status remains valid, up to 10 years depending on category.
- Includes MERP for travel flexibility.
FAQs
Content:
1. Who are considered dependents?
Your spouse and children under the age of 17.
2. Can my dependent work in Indonesia?
Not automatically. They may later apply for a Working KITAS, but the dependent KITAS itself does not permit employment.
3. What happens to me if my sponsor gets promoted or changes visa type (e.g. to KITAP)?
Your Dependent KITAS will remain valid as long as the sponsor maintains legal immigration status. Extensions or adjustments are possible accordingly.
4. Is it possible to apply from outside Indonesia?
Yes. The process usually begins with a VITAS entry visa, which is converted to KITAS after arrival.
5. What if I overstay the Dependent KITAS?
Overstaying may result in daily fines (up to IDR 1,000,000/day), deportation, and potential blacklisting. Renew or exit before the expiry date.
6. Can dependents get tax ID or local identity registrations?
Yes. Once KITAS is valid, dependents can register for NPWP, KTP-OA (in some cases), open bank accounts, and obtain local mobile numbers.
