Company setup in Indonesia
Set up a PT PMA in Indonesia, with warehouse and e-commerce ready
Indonesia is ASEAN's biggest consumer market, and in 2025 it cut the paid-up capital for foreign companies to IDR 2.5 billion. We handle the notary, licences, local roles, warehouse and online stores for you.
Key rules at a glance
| Company type | Foreign-owned limited liability company (PT PMA) |
|---|---|
| Foreign ownership | Set per business code (KBLI) under the Positive Investment List: open to 100%, open with conditions, reserved for MSMEs, or closed. |
| Minimum capital | IDR 2.5 billion paid-up capital, plus an investment plan above IDR 10 billion per business code (excluding land and buildings). |
| Local requirements | At least two shareholders, one director and one commissioner. A foreign director living in Indonesia needs a KITAS. |
| Typical timeline | Deed, ministry approval and tax ID about 1 to 2 weeks; full setup with sector licences about 4 to 6 weeks. |
| Corporate tax | 22% standard, with reduced rates for smaller turnover. |
Summary as of October 2026. Rules change and depend on your business activity, so we confirm them for your case before you start.
How the setup works
- Choose the business codes (KBLI) and check foreign ownership
- Reserve the name and sign the deed of establishment with a notary
- Get Ministry of Law (AHU) approval and the company tax ID
- Register in OSS-RBA to receive the NIB
- Obtain sector licences and deposit the paid-up capital
Documents you prepare
- Passports or ID of the shareholders, or company documents for a corporate shareholder
- Chosen business codes (KBLI)
- Capital declaration letters
- Office address details
What 11 Brotherhood handles for you
One door for the whole journey: the company, the people on the ground, the warehouse and the online store.
We file the company with the registry, handle the name, deed and licences, and keep you compliant after day one.
Your Butler on the ground covers the local roles the law asks for, joins local meetings and solves problems for you.
Bookkeeping, tax filing and annual reports, built to keep your tax as efficient as the law allows.
Store and ship stock from our shared warehouse instead of renting your own from day one.
We open and run your stores on TikTok Shop, Shopee and Lazada, with local content, livestream and affiliates.
We prepare your documents and accompany you through corporate bank account opening.
Good to know for e-commerce sellers
- The NIB doubles as business licence, import licence and customs ID.
- Products may need approvals such as BPOM, SNI or halal before they can be sold.
- Paid-up capital should stay in the company for 12 months unless it is used for operations.
Questions founders ask
How much capital does a PT PMA need?
IDR 2.5 billion paid-up capital, and an investment plan above IDR 10 billion per business code, excluding land and buildings.
Can a foreigner own 100%?
It depends on the business code. Many trading and distribution codes are open to 100%; we check yours before filing.
How long does it take?
Usually about 4 to 6 weeks for the full setup with licences, longer for regulated sectors.
Can I import and sell my products online?
Yes. The NIB works as the import licence, and we open your stores on TikTok Shop, Shopee and Tokopedia and ship from our shared warehouse.
What corporate tax applies?
The standard rate is 22%, with reduced rates for companies with smaller turnover.
Ready to open the door?
Tell the founder what you sell and where you want to go. You get a clear plan, timeline and quote on WhatsApp.
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Sources: aseanbriefing.com · aseanbriefing.com · emerhub.com