Former Indonesian Citizens (Ex-WNI)
Individuals who were formerly Indonesian citizens, acquired foreign nationality, and wish to return to their homeland.
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Special visa service for foreign nationals returning to Indonesia based on historical ties, lineage, or former Indonesian citizenship with KITASKU.ID.
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Definition & eligibility
VITAS 318 Repatriation is a visa for foreign nationals wishing to return and reside temporarily in Indonesia on the basis of former citizenship or legal ties to Indonesia.
Individuals who were formerly Indonesian citizens, acquired foreign nationality, and wish to return to their homeland.
Children or grandchildren of Indonesian citizens holding foreign nationality who wish to live in Indonesia.
Applicants with direct legal or familial ties to Indonesia.
Masa berlaku awal
1 Year
The Repatriation VITAS is granted for one year from issuance.
Conversion & extension
KITAS → KITAP
Upon arrival in Indonesia, the visa must be converted into a Repatriation KITAS, can be extended annually, and is eligible for upgrade to a 5-year KITAP.
Requirements checklist
Rights, obligations & provisions
Reside legally in Indonesia and renew the annual stay permit to reconnect with cultural and family roots in the homeland.
Report presence and address changes to the local immigration office and comply with all laws of the Republic of Indonesia.
Generally does not permit formal paid employment unless specific work authorization requirements are met separately.
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