Kickstart Your Company Registration in Indonesia
Setting up a company in Indonesia is a straightforward process — but the requirements vary depending on the type of company you want to establish.
Below are the basic requirements for both Local PT (Public Company) and PT PMA (Foreign-Owned Private Limited Company).
Basic Requirements for Company Registration
IVS Registered Company
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Company name & business activity
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1 director
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2 shareholders
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1 commissioner
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Declared investment value
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Registered business address
How to Register a Company in Indonesia
Follow this simple step-by-step guide to start your company registration process:
Step 1 — Reserve Your Company Name
Your company name must contain at least three different words, with three name options available in English, Indonesian, or both.
Check availability and reserve your preferred name for registration.
Step 2 — Identify Your Business Activity Code (KBLI)
Each business in Indonesia must be registered under a specific KBLI code (Indonesia Standard Business Classification).
Find and confirm the code that best matches your primary business activity.
Step 3 — Submit Required Incorporation Documents Digitally
All registration steps are completed online.
Simply upload your required documents — our local specialists will handle the legal filings and digital signatures for you.
Step 4 — Open a Corporate Bank Account
Protect and manage your company’s funds by opening a corporate bank account.
Foreign investors may also choose to open an offshore account, so there’s no need to travel to Indonesia.
Step 5 — Obtain Your Indonesian Work Visa
Foreign company owners must apply for a work visa to legally operate their business.
This involves the application for VITAS, ITAS, and KITAS, which can be complex — our experts will guide you through every step.
Step 6 — Maintain Annual Compliance and Reporting
After incorporation, all companies must comply with annual reporting and tax obligations.
These include corporate secretarial duties, tax filing, and auditing.
Let us manage your compliance to ensure you never miss a deadline or face penalties.
Company Registration FAQs
1. What is the minimum investment to set up a PT PMA in Indonesia?
The minimum investment requirement is IDR 10 billion, as outlined in your 5-year investment plan.
Contact us for guidance on structuring your investment.
2. What is the Positive Investment List?
The Positive Investment List specifies industries that are open or restricted to foreign investment.
Currently, 245 industries are open for foreign investors.
3. Why are businesses setting up in Indonesia?
Indonesia offers attractive advantages such as:
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Strong foreign ownership rights
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Access to free trade agreements
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A growing middle class and large consumer market
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Investment incentives from the government
4. How long does company registration take in Indonesia?
The full incorporation process typically takes 2 to 3 months.
5. Can foreigners register a company in Indonesia?
Yes, foreigners can establish a company through a PT PMA (Foreign-Owned Private Limited Company).
However, certain sectors remain restricted under the Positive Investment List.
