Indonesian Passport

An Indonesian passport is an official document that entitles you to enjoy all the privileges of the state and allows you to legally cross international borders. It has a blue color with a coat of arms on the cover. It is issued for a period of up to 5 years with the possibility of extension. Holders can visit 108 countries without visas or in a simplified mode, which confirms the high status of the document in the international arena.

The national identity card provides access to participate in elections and receive social benefits. Holders of the document can freely enter and leave the country, as well as apply for visas to a number of countries under simplified procedures.

How do I get an Indonesian passport?

According to the current legislation, the following options are provided to become a full member of Indonesia:

• Naturalization;  
• By birth;
• Through marriage;
• By way of employment or opening a business (investment);
• Refugee status.

Naturalization provides for the applicant's coming of age – reaching the age of 18. At the same time, you need to live in the country for at least 5 years without leaving its territory or 10 years with temporary trips. Candidates must speak the Indonesian language, comply with the laws, have no criminal record, and confirm that they have legal earnings.

Attention

Foreigners can receive the document for special merits – this applies to financial investments, sports achievements, scientific research, cultural contributions, charity. The decision is made by the President and each specific situation is considered individually.

If a child is born in Indonesia, he automatically becomes a full citizen of the state, even if the parents are not Indonesian.

A certificate can also be obtained through marriage, but a number of conditions must be met, including having permission from the embassy of your country and observing local religious traditions.

Other options include emigrating through employment, studying at a local university, starting a business, investing, or obtaining refugee status.

Important

To obtain an Indonesian passport, you will need to give up your previous residency.

How to get a foreigner?

Citizens of foreign countries can apply for an Indonesian passport. The process of obtaining involves going through the following main stages:

Indonesian Citizenship Law

The Law «On Citizenship» No. 12 entered into force on August 1, 2006. The main purpose is to regulate the issues of obtaining, losing and restoring status. The law stipulates that Indonesia recognizes only one residency, prohibiting dual. The exception is children born from mixed marriages. The main points of the law include:

• Naturalization as the main way to obtain a document. Requires residence in the country for 5 continuous years or 10 years with breaks.
• Persons married to an Indonesian can apply for a passport if certain conditions are met (permission from the embassy of their State and obtaining a certificate from the Indonesian religious community).
• The possibility of restoring residency to persons who previously refused it.

After the ratification of the law, previous regulations governing immigration processes were changed. However, at the moment, it is the main document regulating the issues of obtaining permanent residence by foreign citizens.

Passport documents

Each applicant will need to collect and prepare a certain package of personal documentation. The documents must be translated into Indonesian and notarized. The list may change based on the category of the applicant, as well as the chosen method. Among the main documents that are usually requested are:

• A copy of the birth certificate and passport;
• A photocopy of the residence permit (residence permit);
• Certificate of residence;
• Certificate of stay in the country for at least 5 years (or 10 years if there are trips abroad);
• Proof of no criminal record;
• Medical certificate;
• 3 photos;
• Receipt of payment of the state fee.

Important

Based on specific conditions, for example, when naturalizing through investments, investment documents may also be required.

How much does an Indonesian passport cost?

Registration of Indonesian residency and national identity card will require a payment of about $500. The waiting process can take up to 1 year. Using investment programs, you cannot get a passport directly, but there are several options for obtaining a residence permit:

• Second Home Visa. You will need to buy a property worth $130,000 or more or open a deposit account for a similar amount. The permit is issued for 5 or 10 years without the right to work, with the possibility of obtaining permanent residence after 3 years.
• KITAS (for investors). The visa is available for purchase of shares or investments starting from $63,000. Allows you to work in an Indonesian company and apply for permanent residence after 3 years.
• A golden visa. For investments from $350,000 to $5,000,000, depending on the 5-year or 10-year period of the permit granted. Allows you to freely come to the country and apply for permanent residence after 3 years of residence.

Attention

In 2022, it became possible to apply for a long-term visa for digital nomads. For registration, the applicant must confirm the existence of savings in the amount of $ 130,000.

Obtaining Indonesian citizenship legally requires compliance with procedures and preparation of documents translated into Indonesian. In addition to naturalization, marriage, and employment, the country offers several programs for investors that facilitate access to long-term residence in the country and further provide an opportunity to become a passport holder.