PT PMA Company Setup in Indonesia
Visa Nest guides foreign investors through PT PMA company setup in Indonesia — from KBLI selection and structure planning to OSS/NIB registration and Investor KITAS planning. We work with clients in Bali, Jakarta, and across Indonesia.
Quick Answer
PT PMA (Penanaman Modal Asing) is the standard legal structure for foreign-owned companies in Indonesia. Setting up a PT PMA involves selecting the right KBLI business activity code, preparing the notarial deed, obtaining Ministry of Law approval, registering through OSS for your NIB, and completing tax registration. Each step depends on your intended business, nationality, and company structure. Visa Nest guides your case through the entire process.
Service Overview
Starting Price
Quote after review
Depends on KBLI & structure
Timeline
Case review required
Varies by KBLI & OSS process
Coverage
Bali, Jakarta & all cities
Including Investor KITAS planning
PT PMA setup cost and timeline depend on your KBLI, company structure, number of shareholders, and city. Final quote provided after case review.
Who This Service Is For
Foreign Investors
Foreign nationals and overseas entities who want to establish a legally registered company in Indonesia and conduct business activities.
Digital & Service Businesses
Freelancers, consultants, digital service providers, and agency operators who need a legal Indonesian company structure.
Bali-Based Investors
Foreign nationals living in or relocating to Bali who need a PT PMA for hospitality, property, consulting, or trading activities.
Investor KITAS Applicants
Anyone planning to obtain Investor KITAS residency, which requires an active PT PMA with the correct investment structure.
What Visa Nest Helps With
Service Packages
PT PMA Company Setup — Full Support
End-to-end PT PMA setup including KBLI review, notarial deed, Ministry of Law registration, OSS/NIB, and tax registration.
Quote after review
PT PMA + Investor KITAS Planning Package
Combined PT PMA setup and Investor KITAS pathway planning for foreign shareholders who intend to reside in Indonesia.
Quote after review
Information & Documents Usually Required
Requirements vary by company structure, KBLI, and number of shareholders. Visa Nest confirms your exact requirements after case review.
PT PMA Setup Process
Case Review & KBLI Planning
Submit your business activity and goals. Visa Nest reviews your KBLI options, foreign ownership eligibility, and company structure requirements.
Company Structure & Document Preparation
Visa Nest helps plan shareholder structure, director roles, and prepares document requirements for the notarial deed and registration process.
Notarial Deed & Ministry of Law
Company deed is prepared with a licensed Indonesian notary and submitted for Ministry of Law (Kemenkumham) registration and company number.
OSS Registration & NIB
Company is registered through the OSS (Online Single Submission) system to obtain the NIB (business license number) and applicable sector permits.
Tax Registration & Post-Setup
Company NPWP tax registration, LKPM reporting setup, and Investor KITAS application coordination if applicable.
Important Notice
PT PMA setup requirements, timelines, permitted foreign ownership percentages, and KBLI eligibility are subject to Indonesian regulations which can change. Visa Nest guides your case according to current requirements and advises on realistic expectations. Final approvals are subject to Indonesian authorities including the Ministry of Law, OSS, tax authority, and relevant sector licensing bodies. Visa Nest is an independent consultancy, not a government authority.
Start Your PT PMA Consultation
Submit your business details and Visa Nest will review your KBLI options, ownership structure, and the most suitable PT PMA setup route for your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
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PT PMA (Perseroan Terbatas Penanaman Modal Asing) is the legal structure for foreign-owned companies in Indonesia. It allows foreign nationals and foreign entities to hold shares in an Indonesian company and conduct business legally in Indonesia. PT PMA is regulated by the Indonesian Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) and requires a valid business activity code (KBLI), NIB through OSS, and compliance with the current Negative Investment List (DNI).
PT PMA setup timeline depends on the KBLI (business activity), company structure, document readiness, and OSS processing. The process generally spans several weeks to a few months across notarial deed, Ministry of Law approval, OSS NIB registration, and tax registration steps. Visa Nest provides a case-specific timeline estimate after reviewing your structure and KBLI.
KBLI (Klasifikasi Baku Lapangan Usaha Indonesia) is the Indonesian business activity classification code. Your KBLI determines which business activities your PT PMA is licensed to conduct, what licensing requirements apply, whether foreign ownership is permitted, and what the minimum investment requirements are. Choosing the right KBLI is a critical step in PT PMA setup. Visa Nest assists with KBLI identification based on your intended business activities.
Foreign ownership in a PT PMA depends on the business activity (KBLI) and the current Positive Investment List. Some sectors permit 100% foreign ownership, while others require Indonesian partnership or have ownership caps. Visa Nest reviews your intended business activity and advises on permitted foreign ownership structure.
PT PMA registration is a national process through OSS (Online Single Submission). The company can be incorporated anywhere in Indonesia. However, city-specific licensing, tax office registration, and banking requirements may vary between Bali, Jakarta, and other cities. Visa Nest accounts for city-specific requirements during the setup process.
No. Visa Nest provides guidance on structure planning, document preparation, and OSS coordination based on current regulations. Final approvals — including Ministry of Law registration, OSS NIB, and any sector-specific licensing — are subject to Indonesian authorities. Visa Nest is an independent consultancy, not a government authority.
Investor KITAS is a long-term stay permit that can be issued to foreign shareholders or directors of an Indonesian PT PMA company. It allows the holder to reside in Indonesia on the basis of their investment. Setting up a PT PMA is typically a prerequisite for Investor KITAS. Visa Nest helps plan both the PT PMA structure and the Investor KITAS pathway in parallel.