Part 04 of 06 · Retirement KITAS series
Retirement visa cost and processing time
Two separate bills — the government fee and the agent's service fee — plus a processing window of about a week and a half. Here is what the figures usually look like.
At a glance
No. 01-04
- Government fee (IDR)
- USD 150 + 2.7M
- Agent service, typical
- IDR 10–15M
- Processing, working days
- 5–9 days
- Standard permit
- 1 year
Two separate bills
Government fee vs agent fee
The government fee is set by immigration; the agent fee depends on the service you buy.
The numbers
Indicative costs at a glance
Figures change; the official portal is the authoritative fee schedule.
Government fee
USD 150 + IDR 2.7M
One-year permit, commonly reported.
Agent service
IDR 10–15M
More for the Silver Hair route.
Processing time
5–9 working days
Start well before your move date.
Timelines
How long it really takes
You prepare documents, your sponsor submits online, and the Directorate General of Immigration decides. Processing is often quoted at 5–9 working days, but missing documents or a busy period can stretch that — build in a margin.
- Prepare documents before you book flights
- Sponsor submits through the e-Visa system
- Allow extra time for peak periods
What you need
Commonly cited requirements
They differ by e-Visa category and change often.
- Minimum age 55 or 60 — verify for your category
- Passport 18 months of validity
- Income Around USD 3,000 per month
- Insurance Valid in Indonesia
- Deposit ~USD 50,000 for Silver Hair
- Sponsor Usually a licensed agent
After the visa
Budgeting for life in Bali
Generally cheaper than most Western countries — but it depends heavily on how you live.
FAQ
Cost questions
Short answers. Confirm current fees before paying.
Is the government fee included in the agent's price?
Not always. Treat them as two separate costs and ask the agent to itemise both.
Why is the Silver Hair route more expensive?
It is a more complex, longer-duration application, so agent fees are generally higher — and it reportedly needs a ~USD 50,000 deposit.
How long should I allow before moving?
Processing is often 5–9 working days once submitted, but start well ahead to allow for document preparation and delays.
Can I switch from a tourist visa to save money?
No. Tourist visas cannot be converted to retirement visas onshore.
The series
Retirement KITAS, in 6 parts
Read in order for the full picture, or jump to the part you need.
- 01 Overview The complete guide: routes, rules, process.
- 02 Requirements Age, income, insurance and documents.
- 03 How to apply The e-Visa process, step by step.
- 04 Cost & time You are here Government vs agent fees, and timing.
- 05 Renewal & KITAP Renewing each year, and the KITAP question.
- 06 Silver Hair The multi-year route with a deposit.
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Informational content, not legal advice. Rules, document lists and fees change — the official e-Visa portal is the final authority.