Part 02 of 06 · Retirement KITAS series
Retirement KITAS requirements: age, funds and insurance
What retirees are commonly asked to show — pension, health cover, a lease and a local sponsor. Conditions vary by e-Visa category, so verify before you apply.
At a glance
No. 01-02
- Minimum age, by category
- 55–60+
- Monthly income, often cited
- USD 3,000
- Passport validity
- 18 months
- Silver Hair deposit, reported
- USD 50,000
Age & income
The two tests most applicants meet first
Sources cite a minimum age of 55, others 60, depending on the e-Visa category. On money, retirees usually show a pension or income of around USD 3,000 a month; the Silver Hair route reportedly adds a deposit of about USD 50,000 in a state-owned Indonesian bank.
- Minimum age: 55 or 60, depending on category
- Pension or income: around USD 3,000 per month
- Silver Hair: ~USD 50,000 deposit in a state-owned bank
Beyond the money
Health cover, a home and a sponsor
Three requirements that trip people up more often than the income test.
Documents
What goes into the application
Submitted through the e-Visa portal. Police clearance or vaccination proof may be added depending on current rules.
- Passport At least 18 months of validity
- Passport photos Recent, to the portal's spec
- Curriculum vitae A short CV
- Non-employment statement Confirms you will not work
- Proof of pension Or regular income statements
- Police clearance If current rules require it
Costs
What you will pay, roughly
Indicative figures — the official portal publishes the current fee schedule.
Government fee
USD 150 + IDR 2.7M
Commonly cited for a one-year route.
Agent service
IDR 10–15M
Typical packages; Silver Hair runs higher.
Processing time
5–9 working days
Depends on complete documents and workload.
Not interchangeable
Retirement KITAS vs Second Home visa
Both are long stays, but they are separate categories with their own rules.
Once you qualify
Settling in well
The paperwork gets you here. These make the stay work.
FAQ
Requirement questions
Short answers. Verify your own case on the official portal.
Is the minimum age 55 or 60?
Sources differ. Some cite 55, others 60, depending on the e-Visa category. Confirm the current rule for your category on the official portal.
How much income do I need to show?
Around USD 3,000 per month is the figure most often cited for the standard route. Silver Hair reportedly asks for a USD 50,000 deposit instead.
Do I need life insurance as well as health insurance?
Health insurance valid in Indonesia is required. Some sources mention life insurance too; it varies, so check with your agent.
Who can be my sponsor?
Usually a licensed agent or facilitator, who acts as sponsor or guarantor and handles compliance.
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 You are here Age, income, insurance and documents.
- 03 How to apply The e-Visa process, step by step.
- 04 Cost & time 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.