Indonesia Sets Seven Criteria for Lifetime Residency

Indonesia has introduced seven requirements for foreigners to qualify for lifetime residency through its Global Citizen of Indonesia (GCI) programme. This initiative aims to provide a structured pathway for eligible individuals to settle permanently in the country.

Applicants must belong to one of five categories: former Indonesian citizens or their descendants up to the second degree, legal spouses of Indonesian citizens, children from mixed marriages, family members of existing GCI holders, or foreign nationals with specialized skills recognized by the Indonesian central government. The requirements include proof of income of approximately USD 1,500 per month or USD 15,000 per year for certain categories, an immigration guarantee through investment commitments or high-value property ownership, proof of legal family ties for family reunification applicants, an invitation letter from the central government for skilled foreign nationals, and an online application process.

Family reunification applicants are exempt from income and investment requirements if they demonstrate valid legal ties to an Indonesian citizen or GCI holder.