Visa In Indonesia - options to stay in lombok

Visa Options for Stay in Lombok

  • InCorp Editorial Team
  • 13 September 2021
  • 4 minutes reading time

Tourists refer to Bali as the “Island of the Gods,” a tropical paradise with a fascinating and distinctive culture that is known across the world.

Few people, on the other hand, are familiar with Bali’s sister island, Lombok, which is only 25 minutes away to the east. Lombok plays the quiet and lovely little sister brilliantly, despite being overshadowed by her flashy elder sister. The pace is slow in Lombok, and the vibe is relaxed.

Lombok is an excellent pick for people with simpler taste, with costs that are typically lower than in Bali. Lombok is a few hundred square kilometers smaller than Bali, yet it still offers a diverse selection of sights and activities for visitors of all sorts. Swimming, snorkeling, diving, surfing, and fishing are all popular water sports along the coasts.

Expats in Lombok typically work in the tourism and hospitality industries, such as hotels, restaurants, tour and travel, and arts & craft. Many other expats come to Lombok to retire or to base their families while working beyond the island. In this article, we’ll talk about the available options for Visa in Indonesia for living in Lombok.

Visa in Indonesia – Options for Stay in Lombok

Visa for Short Visit in Lombok

There are two types of visas for a short stay in Lombok:

Free tourist visa (Validity: 30 days; Extendibility: No)
Visa on Arrival – VoA (Validity: 30 days; Extendibility: Yes, only once)

Business Visa in Lombok

A business visa is required to attend business events such as meetings, conferences, training, and other activities as part of the preparation for launching a business in Lombok. Business visas are divided into two categories:

  • Single-entry – Validity – 60 days. Extendable, upto 6 months.
  • Multiple-entry – Validity – 12 months. Unlimited Visits.

Learn more about Business Visa in Indonesia here. 

Limited Residency Permit (ITAS/KITAS)

The limited residency permit, also known as ITAS or KITAS, is required for a prolonged residency in Lombok. Working KITAS, investor KITAS, spouse KITAS and retirement KITAS are some of the several forms of ITAS/KITAS.

Choosing The Right Visa Agents in Indonesia

When picking a visa agent in Indonesia, there are several aspects to consider to avoid any discrepancies or confusion:

Recognize Fraudulent Visa Agents

A sham visa agency may misplace crucial visa application materials or make mistakes while making the application. This could lead to additional costs or even losing visa eligibility. Hence, these con agents should be identified and avoided, or even reported.

Make Sure If Your Visa Agent Is Registered

According to Indonesian law, all visa agents in the country are required to be registered. Always choose a visa counselor who is not only registered but also well-known in the country.

Check the Visa Agent’s Experience and Qualifications

It is strongly suggested that one conducts a background check on the agent’s expertise, qualifications, and reliability in handling relevant visas, whether it’s an individual visa consultant or a visa agency. Knowing how long they’ve been in business adds another layer of security to one’s application.

Make Sure Service Charges and Involved Fees are Transparent

A reputable visa agent should have established fees for various services that are both reasonable and transparent. These costs must sometimes be easily visible on their website so that one may get a sense of what the average prices are.

Pre-Order Your Visa in Indonesia with Cekindo

Due to the current Covid-19 situation, the migration policy in Indonesia is prone to changes. Under such circumstances, engaging professional visa consultants like Cekindo can help you in being constantly updated on the migration policies and visa notifications.

Moreover, Cekindo is offering ‘pre-order visa’ services to immigrants to expedite the visa processing when the travel restrictions relax. The process will be much faster for early registrants, and the credit will be secure, should the travel not ease.

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Daris Salam

COO Indonesia at InCorp Indonesia

With more than 10 years of expertise in accounting and finance, Daris Salam dedicates his knowledge to consistently improving the performance of InCorp Indonesia and maintaining clients and partnerships.

Frequently Asked Questions

    There are a few things to consider, such as:

    • Prohibit any form of discrimination and provide equal opportunity for Indonesians and expatriates
    • Increase the competence of workers by giving or encouraging job training.
    • Follow the termination procedures (Terminating an employee in Indonesia can be long, tedious, and expensive.
    • Observe working hours, holidays, and overtime regulations
    • Give mandatory employee benefits, including social security and health insurance
    • Withhold only the right amount of income tax on behalf of the employees
    • Follow the wages and other benefits outlined by the law
    • Process work permits for foreign employees

    Establishing a PMA Company in Indonesia typically takes around two weeks after completing document requirements. Following establishment, additional steps such as obtaining licenses and registering for Tax ID vary based on business type. Last, some licensing processes may take time, necessitating thorough planning and preliminary assessments of the business plan for a smoother process.

    PT (Perseroan Terbatas) is the Indonesian term for a limited liability company.

    Yes and no. It is vital to choose a reliable distributor as they will register the product under their company and become the product license holder and the import license holder. Changing the local distributor is easier if you are satisfied with the cooperation.

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