Digital Nomad Visa (E-33G) in Indonesia
Indonesia has officially positioned itself as one of Southeast Asia’s most attractive destinations for global professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors through the introduction of the Digital Nomad Visa (E-33G). This visa reflects the Indonesian government’s adaptive response to global work trends, cross-border entrepreneurship, and long-term foreign presence that contributes economically without burdening the domestic labor market. For foreigners seeking to work remotely, invest, explore business opportunities, retire strategically, or establish long-term residency, the E-33G visa offers a legally secure and highly flexible solution.
What Is the Digital Nomad Visa (E-33G)?
The Digital Nomad Visa (E-33G) is a temporary stay visa (ITAS) issued by the Directorate General of Immigration under Indonesia’s updated immigration framework. It is specifically designed for foreign nationals who work remotely for overseas companies or conduct business activities outside Indonesia, while physically residing within Indonesian territory.
Legally, this visa allows foreigners to live in Indonesia without engaging in local employment or receiving income from Indonesian sources. This distinction is critical, as Indonesian immigration law strictly regulates foreign labor participation. The E-33G fills a legal gap by enabling high-value foreign professionals to stay long-term while maintaining compliance with employment and taxation rules.
Who Is the E-33G Visa Intended For?
The E-33G visa is particularly suitable for:
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders managing overseas businesses.
- Business owners and directors supervising regional or global operations.
- Real estate investors and property managers overseeing assets.
- Marketing directors and consultants working with international clients.
- F&B business owners planning expansion or feasibility studies.
- Investment consultants and financial advisors serving offshore clients.
- Remote professionals and digital executives earning foreign income.
For individuals aged 28 to 65, this visa offers a balanced combination of legal certainty, lifestyle flexibility, and strategic positioning in Asia’s fastest-growing economy.
Legal Basis and Regulatory Framework
The Digital Nomad Visa (E-33G) is regulated under Indonesia’s updated immigration regulations issued by the Ministry of Law and Human Rights, following post-pandemic reforms aimed at attracting quality foreign nationals. Immigration authorities now emphasize economic contribution, financial self-sufficiency, and compliance transparency.
Key regulatory principles include:
- No local employment or Indonesian salary permitted.
- Income must originate outside Indonesia.
- Visa holders must maintain valid health insurance.
- Proof of sufficient financial capability is mandatory.
- Activities must not violate Indonesian business licensing rules.
Failure to comply with these principles may result in visa cancellation, fines, or deportation, making professional legal guidance essential.
Validity, Stay Period, and Extensions
The E-33G visa is issued as a Temporary Stay Permit (ITAS) with an initial validity of up to one year, and it can be extended subject to immigration approval. Unlike short-term visit visas, this structure allows foreigners to open bank accounts, sign long-term leases, and plan investments responsibly. For business owners and investors, this longer stay period provides sufficient time to conduct market research, business structuring, due diligence, and regulatory planning without rushing decisions.
What Activities Are Allowed and Prohibited?
Understanding the scope of permitted activities is crucial.
Allowed activities include:
- Remote work for foreign companies.
- Managing offshore businesses.
- Attending meetings and conferences.
- Exploring investment opportunities.
- Conducting feasibility studies.
Prohibited activities include:
- Working for Indonesian companies.
- Receiving income from Indonesian entities.
- Direct operational roles without proper work permits.
- Informal business activities without licensing.
Many visa violations occur unintentionally due to misunderstanding these boundaries. This is why strategic consultation is strongly recommended before arrival.
Why Work with Indoned Consultancy?
Indoned Consultancy is a trusted Indonesian consulting firm specializing in immigration, investment structuring, company establishment, and regulatory compliance for foreign nationals. Our team combines legal expertise, practical implementation, and strategic advisory, ensuring clients remain compliant while achieving their business and lifestyle objectives.
If you are considering applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (E-33G) or exploring long-term opportunities in Indonesia, professional guidance is essential.
Contact Indoned Consultancy today for a free initial consultation. Our legal experts will assess your profile, explain your options, and design the most suitable immigration and business strategy for your goals.
Disclaimer
The information provided here is based on our long experience. The process or requirement may vary depending on the specific facts and conditions. Besides, the laws and regulations in Indonesia are subject to frequent changes. Please contact us as your consultant to get an up to date information and accurate advice. For more information click here and you can also follow our social media accounts to see the latest information posts. please click on the following links: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and Twitter.
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In general, PMA stands for Foreign Direct Investment while PMDN stands for Domestic Direct Investment. From the perspective of the meaning, in short, PMA is an investment activity to conduct business in the territory of the Republic of Indonesia which carried out by foreign investors, both those who use foreign capital wholly or in joint ventures with domestic investors. Then, PMDN is an investment activity to conduct business in the territory of the Republic of Indonesia which carried out by domestic investors using domestic capital.
Basically, subjects in domestic investors are Indonesian citizens (WNI), Indonesian business entities, the Government of Indonesia, or regions that make investments in the territory of Indonesia. Meanwhile, foreign investors are foreign citizens, foreign business entities, and/or foreign governments making investments in the territory of the Republic of Indonesia.
With the new regulations and system changes, the process of establishing a company, both PT PMDN or PT PMA, does not take a long time. It takes at least 10-15 working days after the complete document requirements are fulfilled.
Yes. To be able to carry out the establishment process of PT PMA, the authorized capital that must be written in the deed of establishment is Rp. 10 billion excluding the value of land and buildings. In making the deed of establishment, the Notary appointed by us will provide a statement letter to the shareholders who sign that they will deposit the said amount of capital. However, the statement will usually not include the fulfillment period. After the company is established, the company will carry out investment reporting on a regular basis which will later become one of the proofs for the company's activities with its capital.
Generally, the set-up company process is divided into 2 stages. Where, the first stage is the establishment stage. Where at this stage, you will process your company's basic documents and permits, such as: deed of establishment, legalization document, Company NPWP (Taxpayer ID Card), Business Identification Number, Company Bank Account Opening and other documents according to your sector and business field. Furthermore, the second stage is the operational stage. At this stage, before and/or during your company's operations, you are required to fulfill the company's obligations. Such as, payment of related taxes, fulfilling operational permits, reporting LKPM (Investment Activity Report), BPJS Employment and Health Registration, and other obligations according to the sector and business field.
BPJS stands for Social Security Administering Board, which is a special institution tasked with administering health and employment insurance for the public, civil servants, and private employees. BPJS has 2 types, namely: BPJS Healthcare and BPJS Employment. Where every registered company that has employees is required to register its employees in the BPJS program, both BPJS Healthcare and BPJS Employment.
LKPM stands for Investment Activity Report. It is a report on the progress of investment realization and problems faced by business actors that must be prepared and submitted periodically.
Yes, you do. When you do the establishment of a company, a correspondence address is fundamental. It is needed because later all correspondence documents from the government or related agencies will be sent to your company's office/correspondence address. In addition, a company is required to have a domicile which is one of the requirements for making a deed of establishment.
Do you have a location in mind where you plan to establish your company in general? For example, are you planning to do it in Bali, such as in Kuta, Ubud, Sanur or Jimbaran area? We have several specific place references that may help you determine the location of your company office. Just please let us know.
At the stage of the company establishment process, you are not required to come to Indonesia. Although it is no required to come, you may visit Indonesia with the visa which the service we can assist you to have it.
Some process in the establishment company can be carried out by giving your power of attorney to one of our team whom handles the process of establishing your company. Our team is experienced enough in their field therefore the necessary matters will be prepared and informed to you.
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