Spouse Visa (E31A)
A family KITAS for the foreign spouse of an Indonesian citizen, the basis for living in Indonesia with your partner.
Overview
About the Spouse Visa
The Spouse KITAS (index E31A) grants a foreign national married to an Indonesian citizen the right to reside in Indonesia, sponsored by their spouse.
It is renewable and, after a qualifying period of marriage and residence, can become the basis for a permanent stay permit (KITAP).
Who it's for
Foreign spouses of Indonesian citizens
Families relocating to Indonesia together
Partners planning long-term residence
Quick facts
Key details at a glance
Visa type
Limited-stay permit (KITAS)
Entries
Multiple entry
Sponsor
Your Indonesian spouse
Validity
1 or 2 years, renewable
Work rights
Limited: separate permit to work
Best for
Family reunification
Requirements
What you'll typically need
Recognised marriage
A marriage certificate recognised in Indonesia
Indonesian spouse as sponsor
Your spouse's KTP and family card (KK)
Valid passport
At least 18 months' validity
Supporting declarations
Standard sponsorship and integrity statements
How ILA helps
Handled end to end
Assess & confirm
We review your situation and confirm the right visa, your eligibility and the current requirements.
Prepare documents
We compile and check every document and arrange sponsorship where it is needed.
Submit & process
We lodge the application and manage the process with immigration on your behalf.
Arrive & comply
We guide you through arrival, biometrics and any reporting so your stay stays compliant.
Rules and fees change. Indonesian immigration categories, eligibility and government fees are updated regularly. ILA confirms the current requirements for your situation before you commit. Talk to our team.
Related visas
Other options you might consider
Second Home KITAS
A five or ten year long-stay base.
Retirement Visa
A long-term base for retirees aged 55+.
Working KITAS
Work in a defined role for an Indonesian employer.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work in Indonesia on a spouse KITAS?
Not automatically. Work rights on the Spouse KITAS (E31A) are limited, and working requires a separate permit. If you have been hired by an Indonesian company, the Working KITAS (E23) covers work in a defined role. ILA can confirm what applies to your situation before you take on any work.
How long is a spouse KITAS valid in Indonesia?
The Spouse KITAS is issued for one or two years and is renewable. It is a multiple entry permit, so you can travel in and out while it is valid, and your Indonesian spouse acts as sponsor. ILA confirms the current requirements before you apply and again before each renewal.
What documents does my Indonesian spouse need to provide for a spouse KITAS?
As your sponsor, your spouse provides their KTP and family card (KK). You will also need a marriage certificate recognised in Indonesia, standard sponsorship and integrity statements, and a passport with at least 18 months' validity. ILA compiles and checks every document before the application is lodged.
Can a spouse KITAS lead to permanent residency in Indonesia?
Yes. After a qualifying period of marriage and residence, the Spouse KITAS can become the basis for a permanent stay permit (KITAP). That makes it the natural long term route for families settling in Indonesia. ILA can review your history and confirm when you are in a position to apply.
Guides
Related guides
Planning to join your spouse in Indonesia?
We’ll check your documents and your spouse’s sponsorship and process your spouse KITAS end to end.
