Enterprise Expatriate Visa Indonesia: Step-by-Step Employer Guide

Hiring foreign professionals in Indonesia is common for companies needing specific expertise. But getting the right visa can be complex.

Swift Visa Indo helps companies manage the entire enterprise expatriate visa Indonesia process quickly and legally.

Berikut langkah-langkah yang harus diikuti oleh perusahaan sponsor:

1. Confirm Eligibility and Job Roles

• Only certain job titles can be filled by foreign workers.
  
• Companies must prove that the position requires skills not available locally.
  
• Prepare company profile, organizational chart, and job descriptions.
  

(See also: Foreign Investment Company)

2. Apply for RPTKA (Expatriate Placement Plan)

• Submit RPTKA to the Ministry of Manpower.
  
• Required documents:
  • Company licenses (NIB, Deed of Establishment, etc.)
    
  • Job contract and salary details
    
  • Education and experience proof of the expatriate

• Approval takes 5–10 working days.
  

3. Obtain Work Permit (IMTA / Notifikasi)

• After RPTKA approval, apply for the work permit (IMTA/Notifikasi).
  
• Pay the DKP-TKA (foreign worker compensation fund).
  
• Swift Visa Indo uses their direct submission channel to shorten processing times.
  

4. Request Telex Visa (VITAS)

• Submit documents to the Directorate General of Immigration.
  
• The VITAS is the entry visa allowing the expatriate to arrive and start work.
  
• Processing time: 5–7 working days.
  

5. Convert VITAS to KITAS

• Once the expatriate arrives:
  • Go through biometric registration
    
  • Convert the VITAS to KITAS (limited stay permit)
    
  • Register with local civil registry and police

• KITAS is valid for 12 months and renewable.
  

(Related: Foreign Worker Visa)

6. Register for Tax and Payroll

• Expatriates must have a Tax ID (NPWP) to receive salary.
  
• Companies must include them in monthly payroll tax and BPJS (social security) reporting.
  
• Swift Visa Indo aligns immigration status with tax and accounting Indonesia reporting.
  

(Read more: Reliable Tax and Accounting Services)

7. Maintain Compliance and Renewals

• Submit monthly manpower reports
  
• Track KITAS and work permit expiry
  
• Process exit permits if the employee leaves early
  

Swift Visa Indo monitors all deadlines to prevent overstays or license issues.

Why Companies Choose Swift Visa Indo

• Direct government processing (faster approval)
  
• Expertise in bulk expatriate applications
  
• Handles Indonesia visa for corporate employees and workforce immigration solutions Indonesia
  
• 11+ years of experience supporting multinational companies
  

Final Thoughts

Hiring foreign staff is a big step for any company. The key is ensuring every permit, visa, and report is handled correctly.

With Swift Visa Indo, companies can secure their enterprise expatriate visa Indonesia smoothly from RPTKA to KITAS without wasting time or risking penalties.

Need to onboard foreign experts? Contact Swift Visa Indo today and get your expatriate visas done right.