Setting up a company in Indonesia involves more than registering a business entity. Foreign investors must consider the appropriate corporate structure, foreign ownership rules, investment requirements, licensing, employment regulations and ongoing compliance. For investors considering an Indonesian business presence, the PT PMA company, Penanaman Modal Asing, or foreign-owned limited liability company, is generally the principal […]

Indonesia’s visa framework in 2026 gives international travellers several ways to enter the country, ranging from visa-free visits and Visa on Arrival (VoA) to single-entry, multiple-entry and longer-term residence visas. For travellers heading to Bali, Jakarta or elsewhere in the archipelago, understanding the rules before departure is essential. A visa may facilitate entry, but final […]

For foreign nationals living in Indonesia, international travel is often part of everyday life. Business trips, family visits, holidays and overseas commitments can all require temporary departure from the country. For holders of a KITAS or KITAP, however, leaving Indonesia is not simply a matter of booking a flight. The appropriate immigration arrangements must be […]

For employees and other individual taxpayers in Indonesia, Pajak Penghasilan Pasal 21 (PPh 21) is one of the key tax obligations to understand. The system covers tax on certain types of income earned by individuals, particularly employment income, while the annual SPT Tahunan provides a broader picture of a taxpayer’s position for the year. For […]

Applying for an Indonesia Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) has become one of the easiest ways for eligible foreign nationals to prepare for their trip before departure. The online application allows travellers to obtain their visa electronically, reducing queues at the airport and making entry into Indonesia more convenient. However, one small mistake on your […]

Indonesia’s immigration system provides several pathways for foreign nationals who need to change their immigration status without immediately departing the country. Depending on the purpose of stay, the current visa held, and the applicable immigration regulations, eligible applicants may be able to apply for a new Indonesian visa through an onshore application process, allowing them […]