Indonesia's digital nomad visa requires about $5,000 a month in proven remote income and costs around $150 to apply. Remote workers eyeing Asia should have Indonesia on their radar. Internet infrastructure is fair, and the cost of living is generally excellent. What makes Indonesia appealing for location-independent professionals is the combination of natural beauty and an expanding digital-nomad community. Explore the top destinations below to find your ideal base in Indonesia.

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Indonesia Digital Nomad Visa

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At a glance

$5,000/mo

Min income

$150

Fee

1 year (E33G Remote Worker KITAS)

Validity

See below

Processing

Required

Insurance

REQUIRED STEP 1

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REQUIRED STEP 2

Proof of funds

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Living in Indonesia

Human Development Index0.713 · #112

InternetFair

Cost of livingExcellent

SafetyGood

Indonesian rupiah (Rp) · Capital: Jakarta · Indonesian · +62

How to apply for the Indonesia digital nomad visa

1Show a remote-work contract with a company outside Indonesia.
2Prove ~US$60,000 annual income and 3 months of statements.
3Apply online for the E33G Remote Worker visa (KITAS).
4Collect your electronic permit and register on arrival.

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Facts last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · always confirm with the official source before applying.

Top destinations in Indonesia

5 destinations tracked

Frequently asked questions

Does Indonesia have a digital nomad visa?

Yes. Indonesia offers a remote-work visa valid for 1 year (e33g remote worker kitas), with typical processing of 5–10 days online. Facts last reviewed 2026-07-14.

What income do you need for the Indonesia digital nomad visa?

Approximately US$5,000 per month from remote work outside Indonesia. Always verify the current threshold on the official source.

How much does the Indonesia nomad visa cost?

The application fee is roughly US$150. Additional costs can include insurance, document translation and legalisation.

Is health insurance required for the Indonesia nomad visa?

Yes — proof of health insurance covering your stay in Indonesia is a required part of the application.

Remote work in Indonesia: what the data says

We track 5 cities in Indonesia: Canggu, Jakarta, Ubud, Uluwatu, Yogyakarta. Monthly budgets average around $1,220: Yogyakarta is the most affordable base at roughly $900, while Uluwatu runs about $1,400. For connectivity, Jakarta leads with an internet score of 4.2/5.

The main language is Indonesian and the dialing code is +62. Before booking flights, check Indonesia public holidays — banks, offices and some coworking spaces close. Time-zone planning for calls back home is easiest with the Meeting Planner.

City snapshot: Indonesia at a glance

Canggu — ~$1,300/mo; 4.5/5 overall; internet 3.9/5; safety 3.7/5. Live clock: local time.
Jakarta — ~$1,300/mo; 3.6/5 overall; internet 4.2/5; safety 3.5/5. Live clock: local time.
Ubud — ~$1,200/mo; 4.3/5 overall; internet 3.8/5; safety 4.1/5. Live clock: local time.
Uluwatu — ~$1,400/mo; 4/5 overall; internet 3.6/5; safety 4/5. Live clock: local time.
Yogyakarta — ~$900/mo; 3.9/5 overall; internet 3.7/5; safety 4.2/5. Live clock: local time.

Indonesia spans 2 time zones among our tracked cities (Asia/Jakarta, Asia/Makassar). The reference offset is UTC+7 mid-year, without daylight saving. Weigh Indonesia against neighbours with our comparison pages linked from each city, or scan the whole region on the cities index.

Frequently asked questions

Which city in Indonesia is best for digital nomads?

Compare our tracked hubs: Canggu, Jakarta, Ubud, Uluwatu, Yogyakarta.

What is the cheapest city in Indonesia for remote work?

Yogyakarta, at roughly $900 per month for a single nomad.

How much does it cost to live in Indonesia as a nomad?

Across the cities we track, budgets average about $1,220 per month.

What language is spoken in Indonesia?

Primarily Indonesian.

What time zone is Indonesia in?

Indonesia's tracked cities use Asia/Makassar among others.

When are public holidays in Indonesia?

See the full list with dates.

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