Best for budget
Indonesia
Lower monthly income thresholds make this option easier to qualify for financially.
Side-by-side visa comparison
Indonesia vs Japan — Digital Nomad Visa Comparison
Indonesia requires $5,000/month with 12 months stay, while Japan requires $68,000/year with 6 months stay. Indonesia wins on budget.
Budget
Indonesia
Long-term
Indonesia
Fastest
Japan
Feature
Indonesia
Japan
Minimum Income
$5,000/month
$68,000/year
Duration
12 months
6 months
Processing Time
4 weeks
3 weeks
Application Fee
$550
$20
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.
Tax exposure depends on stay length, treaty status, and sourcing rules; shorter stays under 183 days may avoid Japanese tax in treaty-supported cases.
Dependents
No
Yes
Path to Residency
No
No
Path to Citizenship
No
No
Best for long-term
Indonesia
Longer approved stay periods reduce renewal pressure and support slower relocation plans.
Fastest processing
Japan
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 Japan eligibility for your nationality