C-type visas are Indonesia’s single-entry visas for short-term stays with various purposes: tourism, business, study, internship, journalism, sports, religion, artistic activity, after-sales service, audit, court processes, industrial consulting and more. Unlike D-type visas (see full rules for D-type visas), each C visa is used for only one entry, but it may offer options for extension and even conversion into ITAS (KITAS).
This page summarizes the key rules for C-type visas: entry deadlines (the 90-day rule), stay periods (ITK), extension options, conversion to ITAS, and using the Bridging Visa as a legal “bridge” to long-term status. For comparison with other visa types, also see rules for B-type visas and E-type visas.
What a C-Type Visa Is
A C-type visa is a single-entry electronic visa that allows one entry into Indonesia within 90 days after issuance. Upon entry, the foreigner receives an ITK (Izin Tinggal Kunjungan) — a visit stay permit — for a specific duration depending on the C-visa index.
Afterward, the ITK can be extended (if the visa type allows), converted to ITAS, or used with a Bridging Visa as an intermediate step toward ITAS.
The 90-Day Entry Rule for C-Type Visas
All C-type visas follow a single rule:
- After issuance of the electronic visa, you have 90 days to enter Indonesia.
- If you do not enter within 90 days, the visa expires.
- Each C-type visa is issued for single entry only.
After entry, only the ITK received at the border determines your stay duration.
ITK for C-Type Visas: 30, 60, 90 and 180 Days
The permitted stay in Indonesia depends on the C-visa index. Below are the main ITK categories.
C Visas with 30-Day ITK (No Extension)
Designed for short-term performances and events. Their ITK cannot be extended, but with a sponsor, later conversion to ITAS may still be possible.
- C7A — visa for musical performers for 30 days
- C7B — visa for music crew members for 30 days
- C7C — visa for practical skill demonstrations within performances for 30 days
Despite the non-extendable status, Artist ITAS (E23R) may be issued. More about working visas and KITAS.
C Visas with 90-Day ITK
A separate category — visas issuing a 90-day ITK with no extension options.
- C18 — work trial visa for 90 days
After signing a long-term employment contract, the ITK under C18 can be converted into a working KITAS (E23–E27). See working visa section.
C Visas with 60-Day ITK
The most common category. Two extensions of 60 days are available.
- C1 — tourist visa for 60 days
- C1 (travel document) — tourist visa for travel document holders (60 days)
- C2 — business visa (single entry)
- C3 — medical treatment visa
- C4 — government and official business visa
- C5 — journalist visa
- C6 — social, humanitarian, and volunteering visa
- C8A — sports visa
- C8B — sports official visa
- C9 — short course visa
- C9A — religious short course visa
- C9B — Indonesian language course visa
- C10 — seminar visa
- C10A — religious preacher visa
- C11 — exhibition visa
- C13 — visa for joining a vessel (seaman visa)
- C14 — filming visa
- C15 — emergency required person visa
- C16 — industrial innovation training/consulting visa
- C17 — audit, quality control, or company branch inspection visa
- C19 — after-sales service visa
- C20 — installation and equipment repair visa
- C21 — judicial process participation visa
- C22 — internship visa for 60 days
- C22A — academic internship visa (60 days)
- C22B — corporate internship visa (60 days)
C Visas with 180-Day ITK
- C12 — pre-investment visa
- C22 — internship visa for 180 days
- C22A — academic internship visa (180 days)
- C22B — corporate internship visa (180 days)
ITK for these visas is issued for 180 days and can be extended once for another 180 days.
ITK Extensions for C-Type Visas
60-Day ITK → Up to 180 Days
- Start: 60 days
- Extension 1: +60 days
- Extension 2: +60 days
- Total: 180 days per entry
180-Day ITK → Up to 360 Days
- Start: 180 days
- Extension: +180 days (once)
- Total: 360 days per entry
Enough for long-term internships, after-sales support, pre-investment stays, and other long-term tasks without leaving Indonesia.
Converting C-Type ITK into ITAS (KITAS)
One key difference between C-type and D-type visas is that C-type visas allow conversion of ITK into ITAS (KITAS) if the following conditions are met:
- the C-type visa must be sponsored;
- the sponsor must be eligible and willing to sponsor the ITAS/KITAS;
- conversion must be done onshore while you are in Indonesia;
- at least 31+ days of ITK must remain at time of submission.
Even non-extendable visas (C7A, C7B, C7C, C18) can serve as a starting point for ITAS if timing requirements are met and a suitable sponsor is available.
Examples:
- artists on C7A, C7B, C7C visas may convert to Artist Working KITAS (E23R);
- C18 visa holders may convert to working KITAS (E23–E27) after signing a long-term employment contract.
Sponsorship for C-Type Visas: Flado, Venues and Indonesian Spouses
Selecting the correct sponsor is a critically important part of immigration strategy. The sponsor determines which visa type can be issued, whether the ITK can later be converted into ITAS, and how safe your activity will be from the perspective of immigration compliance.
When Flado Can Be Your Sponsor
In several cases, Flado can act as the full sponsor of your C-type visa. This applies to general-purpose visas not tied to a specific venue or employer:
- C1 — tourist visa;
- C2 — business visa;
- certain social and humanitarian visas where the law does not require a specific venue-based sponsor.
In such cases, Flado submits the application, supports the process, and remains your official sponsor for the full duration of the visa and ITK as permitted by law.
Non-Sponsored Visas That Flado Can Process
Some visas are available in a non-sponsored format, where the visa is not tied to a specific sponsor. In these cases, Flado can fully process and submit the application on your behalf without involvement of third-party organizations. Details and current options are available in the sponsorship and application section.
When a Personal Sponsor or Venue Is Required
For several C-type visas, the law requires a strict match between the activity, venue, and sponsor. In these cases, Flado cannot be your sponsor; instead, the sponsor must be the actual organization where you will perform or carry out your activity. These include:
- artist and musician visas (C7A, C7B, C7C);
- seminar, lecture, and public speaking visas (C10, C10A);
- exhibition visas (C11);
- audit, inspection, and quality-control visas (C17);
- visas tied to a specific venue, club, hotel, exhibition center, or client project.
The only legal pathway is:
- the venue/organizer submits the visa application as the sponsor; or
- the venue provides corporate and registration documents, and we register it as a sponsor in the immigration system and then process the visa through that sponsor account.
Any scenario where one sponsor is listed in the visa, but the actual venue for the concert, seminar, exhibition or work is different, carries very high risks and usually results in:
- deportation;
- fines and possible entry bans;
- strict checks and stress at the airport or immigration office.
Based on our practical experience, we offer only the correct and safe pathway: always ensure the sponsor matches the venue and actual type of activity.
Sponsorship by an Indonesian Spouse
If you plan to marry an Indonesian citizen, it is wise to build your sponsorship strategy in advance. Option #1 — register your future spouse in the immigration system as the sponsor for your visa:
- we register the Indonesian citizen as a sponsor (see sponsorship by WNI);
- we apply for your C-type visa (for example, tourist C1) under this sponsor;
- after the marriage is registered, the spouse updates their civil status documents;
- after updating the civil status, you may apply for a dependent family ITAS (family KITAS).
This approach is convenient because it immediately builds a long-term immigration strategy: from the first C1 visa to a family KITAS under type E (see rules for E-type visas and ITAS/KITAS).
Alternative: Entry via Visa on Arrival and Family KITAS
There is another path for those planning marriage with an Indonesian citizen and who do not want to update sponsorship data twice:
- the foreigner enters Indonesia via Visa on Arrival (belongs to B-type visas — see rules for B-type visas);
- marriage with an Indonesian citizen is concluded inside the country;
- after marriage registration, the spouse becomes the sponsor;
- then a dependent family KITAS (family ITAS) can be issued. For details on family KITAS types, see E-type visas and ITAS/KITAS.
Visa on Arrival is flexible enough to be used as a starting point before transitioning to family status with proper planning of stay periods and conversion.
Bridging Visa for C-Type Visa Holders
The Bridging Visa is an onshore visa for those who already have a sponsored visa (for example, a C-type visa) and who plan to transition to ITAS but lack sufficient ITK time. This intermediate status:
- is issued without leaving Indonesia;
- provides a new ITK (usually 60 days);
- gives time to prepare documents for ITAS;
- may be used as a lawful stay-extension tool with proper planning.
If fewer than 31 days remain on the ITK, the Bridging Visa is issued first, then a new ITK is granted, and the ITAS process begins. More about the Bridging Visa and ITK.
ITK Duration Summary Table
| Category | ITK | Extensions | Maximum | Comments |
| C7A / C7B / C7C | 30 days | none | 30 days | possible conversion to Artist ITAS (E23R) |
| C18 (90) | 90 days | none | 90 days | conversion to working KITAS E23–E27 |
| All C visas with 60-day ITK | 60 days | 2 × 60 days | 180 days | classic scheme: 60 + 60 + 60 |
| C12, C22 (180), C22A (180), C22B (180) | 180 days | 1 × 180 days | 360 days | long visits, internships, pre-investment |
FAQ for C-Type Visas
- Can I enter later than 90 days after the C visa is issued?
No, the visa expires. - Can I enter multiple times on a C visa?
No, each C-type visa is single-entry. - Can visas C7A–C7C and C18 be extended?
No, they cannot be extended, but onshore ITK-to-ITAS conversion is possible. - Can ITK under C visas be converted into ITAS?
Yes, if there is a sponsor and at least 31+ days of ITK remain. - What if ITK is running out but ITAS is needed?
First obtain a Bridging Visa, then start the ITAS process. - Can I work on a C visa without ITAS?
No, legal employment requires an appropriate ITAS (KITAS).