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Setting Up A Local PT. Company: A Guide For Foreign Investors

  • InCorp Editorial Team
  • 29 February 2024
  • 2 minutes reading time

When To Establish A Local PT. Instead Of A PT. PMA Or Representative Office.

According to Indonesia’s Positive Investment List, there are several business fields that are closed-off to foreign ownership. The only alternative for foreign investors to operate within these business lines is to establish a Local PT.

The general required structure to establish a Local PT company are as follows:

  • 2 shareholders
  • 1 local director
  • 1 commissioner

As the name explains – a Local PT. is a company set up for Indonesian citizens, with 100% local ownership.

Size Of Local PT. And Its Capital Investment  

A Local PT Company can be divided into 3 sizes. Each size of Local PT. has a different range of Capital Investment required t0 start the company.

  • Small Local PT: Capital Investment of IDR 50 Million to 500 Million
  • Medium Local PT: Capital Investment IDR 500 Million to 10 Billion
  • Large Local PT: Capital Investment of IDR 10 Billion and above

Can A Local PT. Hire Foreign Employees?

Yes, However, the hiring is done via the Special Purpose Vehicle Company and, the required company size is medium Find out how to get a business visa and work permit in Indonesia.

The Process Of Setting Up A Local PT. In Indonesia.

No. Procedure Duration (working days)
1. Approval of company name at the Ministry of Law and Human Rights 2
2. Preparation of Association Article by Notary 4
3. Obtain Deed of Establishment at the Ministry of Law and Human Rights 3
4. Obtain Certificate of Domicile at the local government office 15
5. Obtain Tax payer registration number (NPWP) and VAT number at the tax office 3
6. Obtain Trading Business License (SIUP) 10
7. Obtain Company Registration Certificate (TDP) at the local government office 10

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Aleš manages solution delivery at InCorp Indonesia, optimizing incorporation processes and client relationships. His experience in internal auditing, retail, and sales offers valuable global insights. Aleš, with a degree in Economics and Finance from the Czech Republic, helps clients navigate cross-border business challenges, focusing on cultural and legal insights.

Frequently Asked Questions

    A nominee arrangement is an arrangement that uses another person’s name as a subject. In Indonesia, it is prohibited. This restriction aims to prevent situations where a company is owned by one party but beneficially owned by another. According to the law, any nominee agreement between a local party and a foreign investor is deemed null and void.

    The investment requirement for PMA companies in Indonesia varies based on their classification under the Indonesia Industrial Standard Classification (KBLI). Generally, a minimum investment of IDR 10,000,000,000 (ten billion Indonesian Rupiah), excluding investment in land and buildings, is needed to conduct one business activity in one location.

    In Indonesia, the licensing system has been updated with the implementation of the Omnibus Law. Businesses are categorized into four risk levels based on the PMA company classification. Licensing requirements vary accordingly, with three main types:

    • Business Identification Number (NIB)
    • Low-risk businesses needing only an NIB

    • Standard Certification
    • Standard Certification is necessary for medium-low and medium-high-risk businesses
    • Licenses/Permits

    High-risk businesses require licenses/permits
    Additionally, basic requirements, including business location, must be met. Many licensing processes are facilitated through the Online Single Submission (OSS) platform managed by the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM).

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