Indonesia Visa · C18
Work Trial Visa (C18)
A trial run before a full hire. The C18 lets an Indonesian company and a candidate work together on a trial basis, so both sides can check the fit before committing to a work KITAS.
Overview
About the C18 Work Trial Visa
The C18 covers a work trial in Indonesia. It gives an employer and a prospective employee a defined window to test the role before taking on the time and cost of a full work permit and KITAS.
It is a practical middle step for companies hiring from abroad and for candidates who want to experience the job and the country first. The hiring company sponsors the visa. It is a trial, not a replacement for a work permit once you are actually employed.
Who it's for
Candidates trialling a role before accepting it
Companies evaluating a hire before full sponsorship
Employers testing fit before a work KITAS
Professionals exploring a move to Indonesia
Quick facts
Key details at a glance
Visa type
Single entry work trial (C18)
Extension
Extendable
Sponsor
The hiring company
Validity
60 days from entry
Entries
Single entry
Leads to
Work KITAS (E23) if hired
Requirements
What you will typically need
Valid passport
Six months of validity with a blank page.
Company sponsor
The Indonesian employer running the trial.
Trial details
The role, the length of the trial and what it involves.
Company documents
The sponsor registration and supporting letters.
How ILA helps
Handled end to end
1
Assess & confirm
We look at your situation, confirm the right category and flag anything that could slow the application down.
2
Prepare documents
We compile and check every document, sponsor letter and form so nothing bounces back at submission.
3
Submit & process
We lodge the application, pay the state fees and follow it through every stage with immigration.
4
Arrive & comply
We guide you through arrival, biometrics and reporting so your stay stays in good standing.
Rules and fees change. Indonesian immigration categories, timelines and costs are updated regularly, so treat this as a guide and — talk to our team. for what applies to your case today.
Related options
Other options you might consider
E23
Working KITAS
Ready for the actual job? The work KITAS is next.
C22
Internship Visa
An internship rather than a job trial? Use the C22.
C2
Single Entry Business Visa
Here for meetings, not a trial? Use the C2.
Thinking about the Work Trial Visa?
We’ll confirm whether it fits your plans and handle the whole application if it does.
