Indonesia Golden Visa 2026
Programme Overview
Launched in December 2023, Indonesia's Golden Visa has rapidly become one of Southeast Asia's most attractive residency programmes, attracting over $3 billion in foreign investment. The programme offers 5-year and 10-year visa options for investors, corporate directors, and exceptional talents, with no minimum stay requirements and the freedom to live and work throughout the archipelago without a traditional work permit (KITAS).
Indonesia launched its Golden Visa programme in 2024, creating Southeast Asia's first significant residency-by-investment option for high-net-worth individuals seeking access to the world's fourth-most populous nation and largest economy in ASEAN. The programme offers 5-year or 10-year residency permits through investment in Indonesian government bonds, shares in Indonesian companies, or through the "Super Talent" invitation-only track. Minimum investment starts at $350,000 for a 5-year visa, making Indonesia competitive with European alternatives while offering exposure to one of the world's fastest-growing economies. Indonesia operates a territorial tax system with no tax on foreign-source income, making it attractive for international entrepreneurs and digital nomads. The Golden Visa provides genuine long-term residency rights including work authorization, but does not lead to Indonesian citizenship (Indonesia prohibits dual citizenship). For investors seeking Southeast Asian lifestyle, Bali beach living, or Jakarta business opportunities without liquidating their existing portfolio, Indonesia's Golden Visa opens compelling doors.
Fund Your Indonesia Investment with a Lombard Loan
Instead of liquidating your portfolio to fund the From $350,000 Indonesia investment, use your existing assets as collateral and keep your money working for you.
Traditional: Liquidate Assets
- ✗Sell From $350,000 from your portfolio
- ✗Trigger capital gains tax (up to 20%)
- ✗Lose years of compound growth
- ✗After 10 years: $755,624
Lombard Loan: Keep Your Portfolio
- Borrow From $350,000 against $700,000 collateral
- No capital gains event triggered
- Portfolio continues growing at ~8%
- After 10 years: $1.39M
10-Year Wealth Projection
Investment Options
Key Benefits
Eligibility Requirements
Investment Information
Application Timeline
Document Preparation
2-3 weeksGather passport, criminal record certificate, financial statements, and proof of investment
Investment Completion
1-4 weeksPurchase government bonds or complete company share investment
Application Submission
1 weekSubmit application through Indonesia Immigration online system
Processing & Approval
2-4 weeksImmigration review, background verification, and visa issuance
Family Inclusion
- •Spouse receives same visa duration
- •Dependent children under 18 years
- •Family members can live and travel freely
- •No separate work permits required for family
- •Additional processing fees per dependent
- •Children can attend Indonesian schools
Taxation
Indonesia operates a territorial tax system for non-residents. If you stay under 183 days per year, you're taxed only on Indonesian-sourced income. Foreign income, dividends, and capital gains from overseas investments are not taxed. Residents (183+ days) face worldwide taxation at progressive rates up to 35%, though Indonesia has 70+ tax treaties.
Residency Requirements
No minimum annual stay requirement — one of the most flexible golden visa programmes globally. Simply enter Indonesia at least once per year to maintain visa validity. Ideal for digital nomads, frequent travelers, and those maintaining multiple residences.
Path to Citizenship
Indonesia does not offer citizenship by investment. The golden visa provides long-term residency rights (5 or 10 years, renewable) but naturalization requires separate application after extended residence, Indonesian language proficiency, and renunciation of other citizenships (Indonesia does not permit dual nationality for naturalized citizens).
Costs & Fees
Depending on investment type and visa duration
Visa application and issuance fees
Legal and advisory services
Mandatory health coverage
Is Indonesia Right for You?
Ideal For
- Digital nomads and remote workers seeking Bali lifestyle
- Entrepreneurs targeting Southeast Asian markets
- Tax optimization through territorial system
- Investors wanting fast processing (2-4 weeks)
- Those seeking minimal presence requirements
Consider Alternatives If
- •Those seeking citizenship (Indonesia prohibits dual)
- •Investors wanting EU or Schengen access
- •Those requiring strong passport mobility
- •Applicants seeking Western infrastructure standards
- •Those wanting permanent settlement path
Alternative Programmes to Consider
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Frequently Asked Questions
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