Indonesia Second Home Visa for Families

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Indonesia second home visa for families is a long-stay residency option that lets financially-qualified foreign parents, spouses and children live in Indonesia for 5–10 years without doing local work. It is built around one main “sponsor” who meets the asset requirement, with family members holding linked dependent residence permits.

Indonesia introduced the Second Home Visa via **Immigration Circular IMI-0740.GR.01.01 Tahun 2022** and then folded it into the Golden Visa framework in 2023–2024. The family rules sit across multiple regulations; this page pulls them together for parents considering **family relocation second home visa Indonesia** arrangements.

> Information, not advice: this article summarises regulations and public guidance as of **June 2026**. Rules change; asset figures and tax treatment should always be re-checked against the latest Peraturan Pemerintah (PP), Directorate General of Immigration circulars and tax rules in your home country. [VERIFY] key points before you act.

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## Quick facts: Second Home Visa for families

Core legal basis

Initially IMI-0740.GR.01.01/2022; now integrated in Golden Visa regime backed by PP No. 40/2023 and follow‑on regulations

Main purpose

Long-term stay for affluent foreigners as residents / “kediaman kedua” — not a work visa

Typical validity

5 or 10 years, depending on the asset route and current policy at time of application

Key asset number

IDR 2,000,000,000 minimum proof of funds / assets historically cited for Second Home Visa (figure widely quoted; always [VERIFY] for the month you apply — last checked June 2026)

Family members allowed

Spouse and children as dependants (ITAS/ITAP ikut suami/istri/orang tua), subject to documentation

Work rights (all family)

No right to work for Indonesian entities or generate local-source earned income without a separate work permit/KITAS

Study rights (children)

May attend school; some schools may still ask for separate study permits or letters — check case-by-case

Main use cases

Retirees with families, long-stay Bali or Jakarta families, globally-mobile professionals keeping offshore income, property owners wanting stability

For a broader overview of the product beyond families, see our main guide:
Indonesia Second Home Visa: Complete Guide.

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## How the Indonesia Second Home Visa works for families

### One primary holder, dependants follow

Regulation and Immigration practice treat the Second Home Visa as **anchored on a primary rights-holder**:

– **Primary visa/ITAS holder**
– Shows the required funds/assets (historically IDR 2bn [VERIFY]) or satisfies the current Golden Visa investment route.
– Gets the 5–10 year Second Home stay permit.

– **Dependants (family)**
– Spouse and **children second home visa Indonesia** status are attached to the primary holder.
– Hold a dependent ITAS/ITAP; their status usually ends when the primary permit ends or is cancelled.

For families, this means you plan **around the strongest eligible adult** (income/assets, clean record, documentation) as your anchor.

### Who counts as “family”?

Immigration focuses on the nuclear family:

– **Legally married spouse** (marriage certificate, translated & legalised)
– **Biological or legally adopted children**, commonly:
– Under 18; or
– Over 18 but unmarried and still financially dependent (interpretation can vary)

Extended family (parents, siblings, in-laws) are **not** automatic dependants. They usually need their own visa route.

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## Deposit and asset rules for families

### The IDR 2 billion number — what it is and what it isn’t

The number you see everywhere for the Second Home Visa is:

– **IDR 2,000,000,000** (two billion rupiah) – widely referenced as:
– A minimum balance in an Indonesian bank account; or
– Evidence of luxury property ownership; or
– A proxy for “high-wealth individual” status under the Second Home / Golden Visa framework.

This figure was first publicised in **IMI-0740.GR.01.01/2022**, then reiterated in communications as the policy evolved.
**Important**:

– Treat this **as a moving policy target, not a guaranteed fixed rule**.
– By **June 2026** the Second Home Visa is more integrated into the Golden Visa regime, which has **tiered investment levels** by route (government bonds, bank deposits, business investment, property development, etc.).
– Some routes are described in **US dollar or other foreign currency terms**, then converted to rupiah; the rupiah equivalent can move.

Always [VERIFY] the current minimum via:

– The latest Immigration circular; and
– A regulated bank / notary / immigration consultant who can show you the current written rule, not just a WhatsApp screenshot.

### Deposit vs. “proof of funds”: can you touch the money?

Key distinctions that matter for families:

1. **Locked deposit account**
– Historically, some Second Home processes required a **time deposit in an Indonesian bank**.
– You could not withdraw below the threshold during the stay permit validity.
– This limits liquidity for school fees, healthcare or buying a family car.

2. **Proof of offshore assets or income**
– Under parts of the Golden Visa framework, some routes allow **offshore assets or investment portfolios** to count, with less strict local-lock conditions.
– This can be friendlier for families needing cash flow, but still subject to documentary proof and monitoring.

3. **Property ownership alternative (where allowed)**
– Owning high-value property under Hak Pakai or similar titles sometimes counts as “investment” but usually has:
– **Valuation requirements**, and
– Tight rules on title type and developer status.

For **family relocation Second Home Visa Indonesia** decisions, understand **exactly which asset route** you are using and **how it affects your usable cash**.

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## Eligibility checklist for families

### Primary applicant

Common eligibility requirements (subject to change; always [VERIFY]):

– Non-Indonesian citizen.
– Meets the **asset / investment threshold** under the chosen route.
– Has:
– Valid passport (often 36+ months validity requested for 5-year options).
– Clean criminal record certificate (home country and sometimes other jurisdictions).
– Health insurance that covers Indonesia.
– Purpose of stay aligned with “second home”/residency, not local employment.

### Spouse

– Legal marriage recognised by the source country and Indonesia.
– For mixed-faith or complex marriages, documentation and legalisation can be a bigger task.
– Spouse’s own criminal record may be requested.

### Children

For **children second home visa Indonesia** status:

– Valid passports.
– Birth certificates linking them to the primary holder (or spouse).
– For adopted children, full legal adoption paperwork.
– Vaccination and school records may be requested by schools, not Immigration, but plan ahead.

Age and dependency thresholds can matter. Once children age out of “dependent” status, they may need:

– A study visa (if remaining in Indonesia for university); or
– Their own qualifying visa (Second Home in their own name, working visa, or other KITAS).

Plan for the **10–15 year horizon**, not just the entry date.

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## Application process for Second Home Visa as a family

### Step-by-step overview

1. **Choose the anchor route and investment**
– Decide whether you are using a **bank deposit, Indonesian investment, or other Golden Visa path**.
– Confirm the exact **minimum amount**, holding period and proof required. [VERIFY]

2. **Prepare the primary applicant file**
– Passport, photos, CV/profile, criminal checks, health insurance, proof of funds/investment.
– For property-based claims: titles, notarial deeds, valuations.

3. **Prepare the family documents**
– Marriage certificate (legalised and translated if not in Bahasa Indonesia/English).
– Birth certificates.
– Adoption orders, if applicable.
– Passports and photos for each dependant.

4. **Online application & fees**
– Applications are done online through the official Immigration system or via a licensed immigration partner.
– Government fees are set by regulation (Peraturan Pemerintah on non‑tax state revenue); **service fees vary widely by provider** and by complexity.
– Honest range: for a full family file, regulated intermediaries may charge **low thousands to mid-thousands of USD equivalent (last verified June 2026)** depending on:
– Number of dependants,
– Investment route,
– Local admin (translations, legalisations, school support).

5. **Pre-approval, then e-visa**
– If pre-approved, you receive an **e-visa** to enter Indonesia (or convert in‑country depending on your current status and the rules at the time).

6. **Arrival and biometrics**
– After arrival, you complete biometrics and collect the **Second Home ITAS card** (and later, potentially ITAP for longer stays if allowed).

7. **Dependent permits issuance**
– Spouse and children’s dependent ITAS/ITAP are processed, usually in tandem or shortly after the primary holder.

No agent or consultant can **guarantee approval**. Immigration retains discretion at every step.

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## Work limits: what families can and cannot do

### No employment rights for the whole family

Under the Second Home / Golden Visa regime:

– The visa is **not a work permit**.
– Neither the primary holder nor dependants can:
– Take paid employment with an Indonesian company.
– Receive salary onshore for work performed in Indonesia.
– Engage in day-to-day operational roles in an Indonesian entity without the appropriate **work KITAS + IMTA**.

### What is usually allowed

Subject to regulation and interpretation, activities generally compatible with Second Home status include:

– Managing **offshore businesses or investments** online, as long as:
– Clients are abroad, and
– Income is booked offshore.
– **Board-level or shareholder roles** in Indonesian companies where:
– Day-to-day work is handled by properly sponsored staff; and
– You’re not drawing a local salary tied to operational work.

Digital nomads frequently ask where the line is. A conservative approach:

– Treat **any service sold to Indonesian clients from within Indonesia** as risky unless you have a proper work permit.
– Keep clear documentation that your payers/clients are offshore.

For children and spouses:

– Volunteering, hobbies and unpaid community roles are generally tolerated, but anything that **looks like local employment** may cause problems at renewal or inspection.

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## Schooling and daily life for children

### Can kids attend school on a Second Home dependent permit?

In practice:

– Many **international schools** accept children on dependent ITAS/ITAP linked to the parent’s Second Home Visa.
– Some require:
– A letter from Immigration confirming residence status; or
– A separate study permit for bureaucratic reasons.

Differences are driven more by **Ministry of Education and local school compliance** than by Immigration regulation text. Expect:

– Application fees and capital levies at private and international schools.
– Waitlists in popular Bali and Jakarta campuses.

### Healthcare and insurance

Second Home rules expect you to carry **health insurance valid in Indonesia**. For families:

– Confirm:
– Maternity coverage (if relevant),
– Paediatric coverage, and
– Evacuation options to Singapore/Kuala Lumpur for complex cases.

Public facilities vary by region; most expatriate families prefer **private hospitals and clinics**.

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## Tax considerations for Second Home families

This section is **informational only**. Tax is complex and country-specific; always consult a qualified tax adviser.

### Indonesian tax residency

Indonesian tax laws (not immigration rules) generally say you are **tax resident** if you:

– Spend **more than 183 days in Indonesia in a 12‑month period**, or
– Intend to stay and reside in Indonesia.

A Second Home Visa by design suggests **residence**, so many holders will meet these tests.

### Global vs local income

Historically, Indonesian tax has been based on **worldwide income** for residents, but there have been limited exemptions and transitional rules for certain foreign-sourced income under tax reforms. These are:

– Defined in tax regulations (UU HPP and follow‑on PMK regulations),
– Subject to conditions such as:
– Where the funds are kept,
– Timing of remittances,
– Type of income (pensions, dividends, etc.).

For Second Home families:

– If you are living full-time in Bali or Jakarta and sending kids to school there, expect the Tax Office to **treat you as a resident**.
– Coordinate:
– Indonesian obligations; and
– Any **exit tax / deemed disposal** rules in your home country.

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## Second Home Visa for families vs other Indonesian options

### At a glance comparison

Feature	Second Home Visa (family)	Retirement KITAS	Investor KITAS	Single-entry visit visa
Main purpose	Long-term residence for affluent individuals + family	Stay for retirees 55+ (no work)	Work/invest in an Indonesian company	Short stays (tourism, limited business)
Family dependants	Yes (spouse, children)	Limited and less standardised	Yes, typically spouse and kids	No, each person needs their own visa
Typical validity	5–10 years	1 year, renewable	1–2 years, renewable	30–180 days depending on type
Work rights	No local work	No local work	Yes, within company role	No local work
Asset / investment requirement	High (IDR 2bn+ equivalent [VERIFY])	Lower; income & accommodation requirements	Investment into Indonesian company	None beyond trip funding
Best for families who…	Want stable, long-term base without running a local business	Are older, with modest needs, willing to renew often	Will own and actively manage Indonesian business	Plan short or exploratory stays only

If you’re unsure where your family fits, you can **talk scenarios through** with vetted professionals; use our neutral intake via plan your trip and request WhatsApp follow‑up for fast clarifications.

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## Practical planning tips for Second Home families

### Documents that often slow families down

– Marriage certificates with:
– Typos in names; or
– Non-matching spelling vs passports.
– Birth certificates missing one parent’s name.
– Adoption documentation from multiple jurisdictions.
– Passports expiring within 2–3 years for a visa you hope will last 5–10.

Fixing these **before** applying saves time and repeat appointments.

### Housing and address documentation

Immigration usually wants to see a **clear residential address**:

– Long-term rental contracts, or
– Proof of owned property.

For Bali and other hotspots, landlords are increasingly familiar with visa letters, but:

– Ensure the landlord is **registered for tax and local permits**, otherwise their reluctance to sign formal documents can complicate your file.

### Exit options if you change your mind

If the family decides Indonesia is not the right base:

– The Second Home permit can be **cancelled**; you then exit and possibly re-enter later on a different visa.
– If you used a time deposit or structured investment route, understand:
– Early withdrawal penalties; and
– Any tax consequences.

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## Independence & how we work

Secondhomevisaindonesia.com tracks regulations and practice across Indonesia’s long-stay options. We are **not** Immigration and we do not file your application ourselves.

We:

– Read and cite regulations (PP, circulars, ministerial decrees) by number where possible.
– Pressure-test information against lawyers, tax advisers and licensed immigration consultants.
– Refer families who want execution help to **vetted partners**. They handle:
– Detailed eligibility checks,
– Document preparation,
– Application filing and follow-through.

Our independence policy: **no one can pay to change what we publish; if you proceed with our partner they may pay us a referral fee at no extra cost to you.**

If you want a structured, WhatsApp-friendly assessment of your family’s options, you can start here: plan your trip.

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## FAQs: Indonesia Second Home Visa for families

Can my spouse and children join me on the Indonesia Second Home Visa?

Yes. The Second Home framework allows your legally married spouse and dependent children to hold linked residence permits as your dependants. Their status is tied to your own visa/ITAS validity and ends if your permit is cancelled or not renewed.

Do my kids get the same 5–10 year stay as me?

In practice, dependants are granted permits aligned to the primary holder’s validity, but their status is still “dependent”. Once they age out of dependency, they may need a new visa type (study, work, or their own Second Home/Golden Visa if eligible). Plan ahead for teens approaching adulthood.

Can any of us work in Indonesia on a Second Home Visa?

No. The Second Home Visa (and its Golden Visa variant) does not grant the right to work for Indonesian employers or earn Indonesian-source active income. If you want to run a local business or take employment, you need the appropriate work KITAS and corporate structure.

Is the IDR 2 billion deposit still required for families?

IDR 2,000,000,000 was the headline figure announced in the initial Second Home regulations and public guidance. Since then, the product has been integrated into the Golden Visa regime with multiple investment paths and thresholds. You should always verify the current minimum and the exact form it must take (bank deposit, investment, property) at the time you apply.

Does the Second Home Visa make us tax resident in Indonesia?

Tax rules are separate from immigration status, but if you live in Indonesia most of the year as a family, you are likely to meet Indonesian tax residency tests. That can expose your global income to Indonesian rules, subject to any exemptions. You should get tailored advice from a qualified tax adviser in both Indonesia and your home country before committing to long-term residence.

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