As of January 2026, Indonesia has officially opened applications for Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI). This new status is designed as a "bridge" for the Indonesian diaspora, offering the benefits of permanent residency without requiring you to give up your current foreign passport.
If you have Indonesian blood or were once a citizen, you can now secure the right to live in Indonesia for life.
What is the Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI)?
The GCI is an indefinite Permanent Residence status. Unlike other visas that you have to renew every few years, the GCI is valid for a lifetime. It was created to answer the long-standing call for dual citizenship, operating similarly to the "Overseas Citizenship of India" (OCI) model.
Who Can Apply?
The program is open to foreign nationals who have a strong "emotional and historical" connection to Indonesia, specifically:
Former Indonesian citizens (Ex-WNI).
Children and grandchildren of former or current Indonesian citizens.
Foreign spouses of Indonesian citizens.
Mixed-marriage children who previously held dual nationality.
Key Benefits
Live Forever in Indonesia: You receive a permanent stay permit (ITAP) with no expiry date.
Zero Renewals: You no longer need to deal with annual visa extensions. You only need to report your status once every five years (online and free).
Fast-Track Entry: You get full access to Autogates at major airports for seamless travel.
Digital Process: Everything is handled through the official immigration website (evisa.imigrasi.go.id).
Financial Requirements
To qualify, the government requires proof that you can support yourself while living in Indonesia. The current 2026 standards are:
Proof of Income: A minimum annual income of $15,000 (approx. $1,250–$1,500/month).
Financial Commitment: Depending on your category, you must commit a minimum investment (starting at $10,000 for former citizens) into Indonesian bonds, stocks, or bank deposits. This money remains yours but must stay in the Indonesian financial system.
Important Reality Check
While the GCI is a huge step forward, it is not full citizenship.
Work Rights: You can live here and manage your own investments or remote work. However, if you want to be employed by an Indonesian company and receive a local salary, you still need a separate work permit (RPTKA).
No Voting: You cannot vote in elections or hold public office.
Property: You can own apartments and houses under "Right to Use" (Hak Pakai) laws, but you cannot own "Freehold" (Hak Milik) land.
How to Get Started
The system is now live and accepting submissions. Because this is a new program, immigration officials may conduct a brief "interview" (in-person or virtual) to verify your documents and heritage.