Part 06 of 06 · Retirement KITAS series
Silver Hair visa (E33E): the multi-year route
A newer retirement option with a longer stay — reportedly up to five years — in exchange for a deposit of around USD 50,000 in a state-owned Indonesian bank.
At a glance
No. 01-06
- Stay, reported
- Up to 5 yrs
- Bank deposit
- USD 50,000
- Monthly income, often cited
- USD 3,000
- Passport validity
- 18 months
What it is
The long-stay option within the retirement KITAS
E33E sits alongside the standard E33F retirement visa inside the e-Visa system. It suits retirees planning a longer relocation: fewer renewals, but a larger financial commitment up front. Like every retirement KITAS, it is strictly non-working.
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Multi-year
Reportedly up to five years per permit.
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Deposit-backed
About USD 50,000 in a state-owned bank.
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Through e-Visa
Applied for on the official portal.
The money side
What Silver Hair asks of you financially
Indicative figures from public sources — verify before you commit funds.
Bank deposit
USD 50,000
In a state-owned Indonesian bank.
Income
USD 3,000 / mo
Pension or income, often reported.
Government fee
USD 150 + IDR 2.7M
One-year route figure; confirm for E33E.
Agent service
Higher than E33F
E33F packages run IDR 10–15M.
Financial & sponsorship
Self-sufficient, and sponsored
The deposit and income tests are there to show you can support yourself for the whole stay. You also need health insurance valid in Indonesia — sometimes life insurance — and a local sponsor, usually a licensed agent who guides you through the process.
- ~USD 50,000 deposit plus ~USD 3,000/month income
- Health insurance; life insurance in some cases
- A licensed agent as sponsor or guarantor
Documents
Your Silver Hair checklist
Submitted through the e-Visa portal. Requirements change — confirm with your agent.
- Passport 18+ months of validity
- Photos & CV Passport photos and a full CV
- Non-employment Signed statement
- Financial proof Pension or bank statements
- Lease agreement Evidence of local domicile
- Police clearance Or vaccination proof, if required
Choosing a route
E33E vs the standard E33F
Same permit family, different trade-off between money and time.
Applying
How the E33E application runs
Initial processing is often quoted at 5–9 working days once submitted.
FAQ
Silver Hair questions
Short answers. Verify on the official portal before committing funds.
How long can I stay on the Silver Hair visa?
Reportedly up to five years, compared with one year for the standard E33F route.
Where does the USD 50,000 deposit go?
Sources cite a deposit in a state-owned Indonesian bank. Confirm the current amount and conditions with your agent.
Can I work on the Silver Hair visa?
No. Like every retirement KITAS, it does not allow employment or business activities.
Does it lead to a KITAP?
An automatic path to permanent stay is not clearly confirmed and should be verified with an immigration lawyer.
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 Government vs agent fees, and timing.
- 05 Renewal & KITAP Renewing each year, and the KITAP question.
- 06 Silver Hair You are here The multi-year route with a deposit.
Need help?
Weighing Silver Hair against E33F?
Share your budget and how long you plan to stay. We will help you pick the route that fits.
Informational content, not legal advice. Rules, document lists and fees change — the official e-Visa portal is the final authority.