At Esin Indonesia, we help individuals secure Indonesia’s C6 Social Visa, ideal for extended visits with purposes such as volunteering, cultural exchange, visiting family, or participating in social programs—all for up to 60 days per entry, extendable to 180 days.
Overview of the C6 Social Visa
- Single-entry visa valid for 60 days, extendable twice for an additional 60 days each, for a total stay up to 180 days.
- Designed for travelers involved in social, cultural, humanitarian, or volunteer activities, as well as visiting family or friends.
- Held by sponsorship from an Indonesian social organization, institution, or host, ensuring accountability and support.
Required Documents
- Passport valid for at least 12 months from date of entry with blank visa pages.
- Recent passport-sized photo (white background).
- Indonesian sponsor invitation letter detailing your activity, purpose, and guarantee of expenses.
- Copy of sponsor’s KTP or KITAS/KITAP.
- Proof of funds (e.g., bank statements showing minimum USD 2,000 balance).
- Travel itinerary or flight booking
- Address details in Indonesia (hotel, villa, or host residence)
- For minors: birth certificate and guardian consent letter
Processing, Extensions & Fees
- Standard application processing takes 5–14 business days, depending on turnaround.
- Standard fee around IDR XXX for 60-day validity; express service available.
- Extension fee: Approx. IDR XXX per 60-day extension (must apply at least 10 days before expiry).
FAQs
1. What are the permitted activities under a C6 Social Visa?
You may engage in volunteer work, aid programs, cultural exchange, social visits, or spend time with family—not paid employment or commercial activities.
2. Can I extend my C6 Visa beyond the initial 60 days?
Yes. You can extend it twice, each by 60 days—up to 180 days total—by scheduling an immigration appointment and attending a biometric session.
3. Is the visa still valid if I leave and re-enter Indonesia?
No. The C6 is a single-entry visa. Leaving the country cancels the visa, and re-entry requires a new application.
4. Who can sponsor a Social Visa applicant?
A recognized sponsor in Indonesia—either an individual, social organization, university, or volunteer group—must provide the invitation and support your stay.
5. What happens if I overstay the visa?
Overstays may result in fines (approx. IDR 1,000,000/day), deportation, or blacklisting from Indonesia.
6. Can the visa be approved while I’m already in Indonesia?
Yes, but only if your initial stay was visa-free. To convert, you must apply for C6 through official immigration channels before overstaying.
7. What passport validity is required?
Passport must remain valid for at least 12 months beyond the entry date and must have a blank visa page available.
