SKTT in Indonesia is the Surat Keterangan Tempat Tinggal, a residence certificate that Dukcapil (the local civil registry) issues to foreigners holding a KITAS. Once your KITAS is issued, you’re expected to report to Dukcapil within 14 days, and the SKTT is what you get back. It’s valid for as long as your KITAS.
Last checked: November 2026. Rules and fees change. Confirm with the relevant office or your embassy before you start.
This is practical information, not legal advice. Dukcapil is run at the regency and city level, so forms and extra paperwork can differ between, say, Badung in Bali, Batam and Garut. Ask your local office.
Quick answer
| Question | Short answer |
|---|---|
| What is it? | A residence certificate for foreigners with a limited stay permit (ITAS, usually called KITAS) |
| Who issues it? | Disdukcapil (Dinas Kependudukan dan Pencatatan Sipil) of your regency or city |
| Who needs it? | Foreigners holding an ITAS who live in Indonesia |
| Deadline | Report within 14 days of your ITAS being issued |
| Validity | Same as your ITAS |
| Cost | Dukcapil service standards list population documents as free. Report any request for payment |
| KITAP holders? | You get a KTP-el (foreigner’s electronic ID, often called KTP-OA) and family card instead |
| Legal basis | Presidential Regulation No. 96 of 2018 on population registration |
Why the SKTT exists
Indonesia’s population system tracks where everyone lives. That includes foreigners staying long term. Imigrasi (immigration) decides whether you can stay. Dukcapil records where you live.
The SKTT is how a KITAS holder shows up in that local system. Batam’s Dukcapil office, citing Article 28(5) of Presidential Regulation No. 96 of 2018, says the regency or city Dukcapil issues the SKTT, and that it’s valid for the same period as your ITAS.
In daily life, it’s an Indonesian document showing your local address, which can save you from handing over your passport.
SKTT vs KTP-OA: which one is yours?
| Your stay permit | What Dukcapil gives you |
|---|---|
| ITAS / KITAS (limited stay) | SKTT |
| ITAP / KITAP (permanent stay) | KTP-el for foreigners (KTP-OA) and a Kartu Keluarga (family card) |
| Visit visa or visa on arrival | Neither. You’re not a resident in the population system |
If you’re married to an Indonesian and on a spouse KITAS, you’ll get an SKTT. Once you move to KITAP, you switch to the KTP-OA.
Documents checklist
Based on Batam’s Dukcapil service page for ITAS holders arriving from outside Indonesia:
- ☐ Form F-1.03 (population registration form, available at Dukcapil)
- ☐ Photocopy of your passport
- ☐ Photocopy of your ITAS / KITAS
- ☐ A letter of no objection from the property owner, if you’re renting, living in a boarding house (kos), or living in someone else’s household
Other offices may also ask for:
- ☐ Your sponsor’s details (for spouse KITAS: your Indonesian spouse’s KTP and Kartu Keluarga)
- ☐ Passport photos
- ☐ A cover letter from your RT/RW (neighbourhood heads)
Bring the originals as well as copies. It saves a second trip.
Step by step
- Get your ITAS first. No ITAS, no SKTT. If your ITAS was issued electronically on arrival, download or print it.
- Find your Dukcapil office. It’s the one for the regency (kabupaten) or city (kota) where you live, not where your sponsor or company is registered. Many areas also run sub-district service points or online booking. Ask locally.
- Sort out your address paperwork. If you rent, ask your landlord for a signed letter of no objection. Let your RT/RW know you’ve moved in. They’re often the first people Dukcapil checks with.
- Go within 14 days. Fill in form F-1.03 and hand in your copies.
- Collect your SKTT. Some offices issue it the same day. Others ask you to come back a few days later.
- Keep it with your KITAS. Put a copy with your passport and keep a photo on your phone.
Moving house or extending your KITAS
Moving to another city or regency: The SKTT is tied to your address. Sukabumi city’s Dukcapil service standards describe moving as bringing your SKTT, passport and KITAS. Your old SKTT is withdrawn and a new one is issued for your new address. Regions handle the paperwork at the old address differently, so ask both offices.
Moving within the same area: Update your address with Dukcapil, and tell Imigrasi too. Immigration has its own procedure for changing the address on your ITAS.
When your KITAS is extended: Since your SKTT follows your ITAS validity, renew it after each extension. Some expats report that their immigration office asked to see the SKTT when they applied to extend their KITAS. Check with your Kantor Imigrasi whether yours does.
Is it really free?
Indonesia’s population administration law (Law No. 24 of 2013, amending Law No. 23 of 2006) says population documents are issued free of charge. Dukcapil service standards in several regions list the SKTT and KTP-OA at zero cost.
In practice, expat forums report regional differences and the odd “processing fee”. Ask for a receipt and the regulation behind any charge. If someone asks for money, you can politely decline and ask to see the official fee list.
Common mistakes and delays
- Not knowing it exists. Lots of KITAS holders never hear about the SKTT until an office asks for it. The 14-day clock starts when your ITAS is issued.
- Going to the wrong office. Dukcapil is local. Go to the office where you actually live.
- No landlord letter. If you rent, this is the document people most often forget.
- Letting it lapse. Your SKTT expires with your KITAS. After an extension, update it.
- Not reporting a move. A new address in a new regency means a new SKTT.
- Confusing it with KTP-OA. KITAS holders get an SKTT, not a KTP. If you upgrade to KITAP, apply for the KTP-OA and Kartu Keluarga.
Some people ask a document agency or their company’s HR team to handle Dukcapil visits, especially when they don’t speak Indonesian. It’s a simple process, though, and most Dukcapil offices are used to foreigners.
For the bigger picture on settling in, browse our Living in Indonesia guides. Still choosing where to live? Look through the destination guides or our Garut travel guide.
FAQ
What does SKTT stand for?
Surat Keterangan Tempat Tinggal. Roughly, “residence certificate”. It’s issued by Dukcapil to foreigners on a limited stay permit (ITAS/KITAS).
Do I need an SKTT if I’m on a visit visa?
No. The SKTT is for ITAS holders. Visitors on a tourist or business visit visa aren’t registered as residents with Dukcapil, though your accommodation still has to report you to immigration.
How long does it take to get an SKTT?
It varies by office. Some issue it the same day, others take a few working days. The official pages I checked don’t give a standard time.
Is there a penalty if I don’t get one?
The population administration law allows administrative fines for late reporting, and regions set the actual amounts. Check with your local Dukcapil. The simplest fix is to go within 14 days.
I’m on a spouse KITAS. Does my Indonesian spouse need to come?
Not always, but it helps. Some offices ask for your spouse’s KTP and Kartu Keluarga, and it’s easier if they’re there to answer questions in Indonesian.
Can I use my SKTT instead of my passport?
For many everyday local admin tasks, an Indonesian document showing your address is useful. Banks, phone shops and government offices may still ask for your passport and KITAS. Carry copies.
