Best for budget
Italy
Lower monthly income thresholds make this option easier to qualify for financially.
Side-by-side visa comparison
Indonesia vs Italy — Digital Nomad Visa Comparison
Indonesia requires $5,000/month with 12 months stay, while Italy requires $2,530/month with 12 months stay. Italy wins on budget.
Budget
Italy
Long-term
Tie
Fastest
Indonesia
Feature
Indonesia
Italy
Minimum Income
$5,000/month
$2,530/month
Duration
12 months
12 months
Processing Time
4 weeks
12 weeks
Application Fee
$550
$126
Tax Status
KITAS holders are likely tax residents from day 1. Non-resident flat rate: 20%. Tax data synced between Directorate General of Taxes and Immigration as of 2026.
Italian tax residence generally applies after 183 days, subject to treaty relief and local rules.
Dependents
No
Yes
Path to Residency
No
No
Path to Citizenship
No
Yes
Best for long-term
Tie
Longer approved stay periods reduce renewal pressure and support slower relocation plans.
Fastest processing
Indonesia
Shorter processing windows can make this the better pick for near-term travel timelines.
Next step
Check Indonesia eligibility for your nationality
Next step
Check Italy eligibility for your nationality