Southeast Asia
Immigration to Canada & Australia from Indonesia
Indonesian students and professionals target Australia and Canada for study and skilled migration in growing numbers. Below are the main permanent-residency and study pathways for Indonesian applicants — and how ImmiPace helps you choose and prepare the right one.
Canada
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Express Entry & PNP
Enter the Express Entry pool (FSW/CEC) and pursue a Provincial Nominee Program for a 600-point boost. You'll need an ECA for your education and a qualifying language test. We optimise your CRS and prepare a document-ready profile. See our CRS guide and Express Entry vs PNP.
Australia from Indonesia
Skilled migration (189/190/491)
Get a positive skills assessment for your occupation, then lodge a points-tested EOI. State nomination (190) or regional (491) can lift your points. See 189 vs 190 vs 491 and skills assessment.
In-demand occupations for Indonesian applicants
Common occupations among applicants from Indonesia include IT professionals, engineers, hospitality professionals, students. Check your exact occupation, ANZSCO/NOC code, and assessing authority in our skilled-occupations directory.
Police certificate
What Canada asks for from Indonesia
- Document
- Surat Keterangan Catatan Kepolisian (SKCK)
- Issued by
- Indonesian National Police, at your local police authority or online
- If you live elsewhere
- Apply online at skck.polri.go.id, choosing the visa option for Indonesian citizens travelling abroad
Source: IRCC police certificate instructions for Indonesia (page dated 15 November 2023), checked 20 October 2026. Australia asks for police certificates from the same authorities.
Engineering degrees
Washington Accord status
The Indonesian Accreditation Board for Engineering Education (IABEE) has been a full Washington Accord signatory since 2022. Engineering degrees it accredited for your graduation year can usually be assessed by Engineers Australia without a CDR; earlier or non-accredited degrees still need one.
CDR writing and review for Engineers Australia
Source: International Engineering Alliance, Washington Accord signatories, checked 20 October 2026.
Free assessment on WhatsApp
Applying from Indonesia? Check your options.
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Immigration from Indonesia — FAQs
How can I immigrate to Canada from Indonesia?
Most skilled applicants from Indonesia use Canada's Express Entry system (Federal Skilled Worker or Canadian Experience Class) and may target a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) for extra points. You'll need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) and a qualifying English (or French) test. ImmiPace assesses your CRS and builds a document-ready profile.
Can Indonesian applicants get Australian PR?
Yes. Indonesia applicants pursue Australian skilled migration through subclass 189 (Independent), 190 (State Nominated), and 491 (Regional). You'll need a positive skills assessment for your occupation and a points-tested profile. Superior English and state nomination can significantly boost your points.
What are the most in-demand occupations for applicants from Indonesia?
Common occupations among applicants from Indonesia include IT professionals, engineers, hospitality professionals, students. Explore our skilled-occupations directory to check your ANZSCO/NOC classification, assessing authority, and pathway.
Which police certificate does Canada need from Indonesia?
IRCC asks for the Surat Keterangan Catatan Kepolisian (SKCK). It is issued by Indonesian National Police, at your local police authority or online. If you live elsewhere: apply online at skck.polri.go.id, choosing the visa option for Indonesian citizens travelling abroad.
Do engineers from Indonesia need a CDR for Australia?
The Indonesian Accreditation Board for Engineering Education (IABEE) has been a full Washington Accord signatory since 2022. Engineering degrees it accredited for your graduation year can usually be assessed by Engineers Australia without a CDR; earlier or non-accredited degrees still need one.
Does ImmiPace work with clients in Indonesia?
Yes — ImmiPace works with clients worldwide through online consultation and secure follow-up. We assess your profile, prepare your documents and skills assessment, and guide you from first assessment to filing.