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Indonesia vs Mexico: the digital nomad visas compared

Verified data Last verified June 10, 2026 Reviewed by Henry van de Vorming

The short version

  • Mexico has the lower entry bar: €3,955 per month versus €4,320 for Indonesia.
  • Only Mexico offers a direct path to permanent residence on this permit.
Indonesia E33G · Mexico RT
Criteria Indonesia E33G Mexico RT
Minimum income / month €4,320 €3,955 (better)
Income basis Salary / employment contract Mixed (salary, freelance or savings)
Initial duration 1 year 1 year
Renewable Yes Yes
Maximum total stay No fixed limit 4 years
Path to permanent residence Indirect (switch required) Yes (better)
Path to citizenship Via permanent residence Via permanent residence
Family inclusion Yes Yes
Working for local clients Not allowed Limited
Tax treatment Standard resident taxation Standard resident taxation
Health insurance Not required Not required
Insurance duration required — —
Application fee ≈ €337 ≈ €48.50 (better)
Where to apply Online Embassy / consulate, In country
Processing time 1 weeks 0.2–2 weeks

Green values mark the objectively better number in that row.

Full guide

Indonesia E33G →

Requirements, application steps, insurance and sources.

Full guide

Mexico RT →

Requirements, application steps, insurance and sources.

Don’t forget insurance

Both programs have their own health-insurance rules — we match plans against each one’s published requirement, with the evidence shown.

Insurance for Indonesia → Insurance for Mexico →

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