Requirement for Study Permit:
A. Requirements for New Study Permit Applications
International students must submit these documents through the host university:
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Application letter from the university addressed to the Director of Institutional Affairs, Directorate General of Higher Education, Research, and Technology.
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Personal data and study program information of the applicant.
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Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the Indonesian university.
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Copy of academic diploma/transcript from the latest education level (must be legalized).
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Passport copy with a minimum validity of 12 months.
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Statement letter (signed and stamped) declaring that the applicant will:
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Not work,
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Not engage in political activities,
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Obey Indonesian laws.
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Sponsor/guarantor statement (from the university or a legal individual/entity in Indonesia).
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Proof of financial support (e.g., bank statement, scholarship letter).
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Medical certificate from a certified hospital or clinic.
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Passport-size photo (color, with specified background—commonly red or white).
B. Requirements for Study Permit Extension
In addition to the above documents, applicants must include:
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Most recent academic transcript (showing study progress).
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Scan of KITAS (Limited Stay Permit) and STM/SKLD (Police Registration Certificate).
C. Application Procedure
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The international student submits all required documents to the university's International Office/Office (IO).
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The university applies via the official Study Permit Application Portal: https://izinbelajar.kemdiktisaintek.go.id.
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The Sub-directorate of Institutional Cooperation reviews, verifies, and processes the documents.
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If approved, the Director signs the study permit digitally with a certified e-signature.
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The study permit is sent to the university, which forwards it to the student for visa (VITAS) and immigration processing.