Free Legal Guide for Foreign Investors in Indonesia
Download our free legal guide covering Indonesian company law, foreign ownership rules, visa basics, and the most common legal mistakes made by foreign investors in Indonesia.
How to Start & Protect Your Business in Indonesia
This free legal guide was written by our licensed Indonesian lawyer specifically for foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and expatriates who are considering or already doing business in Indonesia.
Whether you are setting up a PT PMA, applying for an Investor KITAS, or reviewing your existing business structure — this guide provides a practical legal foundation to help you make informed decisions.
Guide Chapters
Overview of foreign ownership rules, the Positive Investment List, and what sectors are open to 100% foreign investment.
What a PT PMA is, how it works, minimum investment requirements, and the basic ownership and governance structure.
Why using an Indonesian nominee shareholder is illegal, how it puts your company at risk, and what to do instead.
How foreign investors can be removed from their own company and what legal documents are needed to prevent this.
Overview of KITAS, KITAP, and Investor KITAS — what you need to legally reside and operate in Indonesia as a business owner.
The most frequently occurring legal errors that result in business loss, visa problems, or compliance penalties for foreigners in Indonesia.
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Who Is This Guide For?
This guide is written for foreign nationals who are considering or currently involved in business and investment in Indonesia.
Foreign Entrepreneurs
Considering setting up a PT PMA or already operating a foreign-owned business in Indonesia and want to understand your legal rights and risks.
Foreign Investors
Investing capital into an Indonesian business or PT PMA and want to ensure your investment is legally protected against common risks.
Expatriates
Living or working in Indonesia and wanting to understand your residency rights, visa requirements, and legal status as a foreign national.
International Business Owners
Operating an international business and considering Indonesia as a market — wanting to understand the legal framework before committing to investment.
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