Foreign Candidate Visa C18

Do you have a business in Bali and plan to hire a foreign employee?
It is not necessary to immediately apply for a work KITAS — for temporary employment, there is a simpler and faster option, the C18 visa (Work Trial).

When is C18 suitable

This visa is ideal if:

  • You want to test a candidate during a probation period

  • You need an employee for temporary work for up to 3 months

  • A decision on a long-term contract will be made later

C18 visa features

  • Validity period — 90 days (non-extendable)

  • The visa becomes invalid upon departure from the country

  • Suitable for short-term work projects and probation periods

Required documents

  • A photo of the full spread of the international passport

  • A personal photo

  • A bank statement for the last 3 months

  • An invitation letter from your company or a government authority

Cost and processing time

Cost: 8,400,000 IDR

Processing time: 10 working days

Answers to frequently asked questions

Can you work on a C18 visa?

The C18 visa is intended for short-term work activities, such as a trial period or participation in a project.
For long-term employment, a work KITAS is required.

Can the C18 visa be extended?

No, the visa is issued for up to 90 days without the possibility of extension.

Can you leave and re-enter on this visa?

No, the visa is single-entry. It becomes invalid upon departure from Indonesia.

Why choose us

Legal Indonesia ensures full control of the C18 visa application process:

  • We check the candidate’s documents

  • We prepare all applications and forms

  • We organize submission and issuance within the established сроки

  • We provide recommendations on transitioning to a work KITAS if needed

Legal Indonesia is your reliable partner in hiring foreign employees.
We help make the process simple, fast, and compliant.

Contact us for details