Last year Indonesian government was planning to launch a Digital Nomads type of visa. This type of visa is now called a Second Home Visa. The government states the visa is suitable for Investors, Travelers, and Elderly or Retirement Tourists. But there are things that you need to understand before applying for this type of visa, including proof of funds requirements.
How long is the validity of the Second Home Visa?
The Second Home Visa is valid for 5 years.
What does the cost to apply for this visa?
The cost of a Second Home Visa in total is IDR 21.000 (approximately USD 1.400). It’s including the Second Home Visa cost of IDR 3.000, ITAS for a 5-year permit stay (non-working permit) for IDR 12.000 K, and IMK permit for IDR 6.000 K.
What do I need to prepare to apply for the Second Home Visa?
- A passport that is valid for at least 36 months.
- Proof of Fund in the form of a bank account statement owned by your name or guarantor with a value at least IDR 2 billion (approximately USD 141.000).
- Recent colored photograph.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Covid-19 certificate.
- Proof of health insurance ownership.
- Statement letter about willingness to comply with all applicable health protocols in Indonesia.
You need to take note that the minimum funds of IDR 2 billion must be in the account permanently. The immigration will check it whether this minimum amount is still in the bank.
Where can I apply for Second Home Visa?
You can apply for the Second Home Visa directly on the immigration website. Click here to apply for the visa.
Can I bring my family using the Second Home Visa?
Yes. You, as the visa holder, can be a sponsor for your legal spouse and children. A marriage certificate or marriage book is required and it needs to be translated into Indonesian by a sworn translator.
Can I work remotely from Bali using Second Home Visa?
Yes and No.
As a Digital Nomad, you’ll be able to work from Bali, BUT you CAN NOT work for clients in Indonesia or get paid here. You can’t be a manager of a business, a life coach, a fitness instructor, a videographer, a tour guide, and many more. In short, you can’t create any income in Indonesia or get any paid job in your bank account in Indonesia. If you take any clients and receive money in Indonesia, you violate the rules, including the tax laws. You might get deported if you violate this basic travel purpose. A working permit is required to do all of these.
You can only work from someone abroad and make money abroad, and receive money from your account abroad. In short, you stay in Bali as a tourist who gains income from aboard entities.
If you don’t have the proof of funds as required above, we suggest you apply for Visa on Arrival instead and get the best vacation in Bali for 60 days. Read more about What You Need to Know About Visa On Arrival here.