Jakarta Company Registry: The Complete 2026 Guide to PT & PT PMA Registration

What is the Jakarta Company Registry and how does it work? The Jakarta Company Registry is officially managed by the Ministry of Law and Human Rights via the DITJEN AHU Online portal, serving as Indonesia's definitive database for corporate Legal Entity Status. To legally operate in Jakarta, a business must first register through the AHU system and subsequently obtain a 13-digit Business Identification Number (NIB) via the OSS RBA (Online Single Submission Risk-Based Approach) system. Managed by the Ministry of Investment (BKPM), the OSS RBA acts as the digital licensing hub, ensuring both foreign (PT PMA) and local (PT) companies meet national operational and compliance standards.

Section 1: Understanding the Legal Landscape (The "Who & Where")

What is the Jakarta Company Registry?

When registering a company in Indonesia, navigating the legal framework requires understanding the strict separation between Legal Entity Status and Operational Licensing.

• Legal Entity Status is granted by the Ministry of Law and Human Rights through their corporate database, the Sistem Administrasi Badan Hukum (SABH).
• Operational Licensing is regulated by the Ministry of Investment (BKPM) via the OSS system.

The "Entity Link" (Jurisdiction): Corporate law in Indonesia is enforced at the national level. However, for companies domiciling in the capital, the Kuningan Business District in South Jakarta (Jakarta Selatan) serves as the premier commercial hub. Establishing your domicile here dictates where your notary files the deed and which local Tax Office (Kantor Pelayanan Pajak or KPP) manages your corporate taxation.

Types of Business Entities in Jakarta

Choosing the correct legal structure is your first major compliance step. Below is a structural comparison of the two primary corporate entities in Indonesia:

Section 2: The Step-by-Step "Search & Verify" Protocol

How to Search the Jakarta Company Registry (DITJEN AHU)

Before registering a new company or entering into a B2B partnership, you can verify corporate data directly through the government registry.

• Step 1: Access the official AHU Online Portal. This is the primary database for checking legal entity statuses across all Indonesian provinces.
• Step 2: Search by "Nama Perseroan" (Exact Company Name) to retrieve basic, publicly available information, including registered address and legal status.
• Step 3: Obtain the official Company Profile (Daftar Perseroan) for deep due diligence:
  • 📄 Latest Profile (~IDR 50,000): Yields the most recent company snapshot, including current directors and registered address.
  • 📁 Complete Profile (~IDR 500,000): Yields a full corporate history — detailing director changes, commissioner lists, capital structure amendments, and shareholder records.

Registry Contact & Office Details

• 📍 Location: Gedung Direktorat Jenderal AHU, Jalan HR. Rasuna Said Kav. 6-7, Kuningan, South Jakarta.
• 📞 Contact Center: 021 3001 5800
• 📧 Email:[email protected]

Verifying Business Licenses via OSS RBA

Once legal status is verified through AHU, operational licensing must be confirmed via the OSS Portal, managed by the BKPM. Using the company's 13-digit NIB, you can verify:

• Wether the business is legally authorized to operate in specific sectors.
• Which KBLI (Standard Indonesian Business Field Classification) codes are actively registered.
• The current Risk-Based Approach (RBA) classification — whether the business is Low Risk, Medium Risk, or High Risk — which determines the type of license required.

Section 3: 2026 Registration Requirements (The "Hard Data")

PT PMA Capital Requirements (Updated 2026)

Under current investment laws enacted via the Omnibus Law, foreign-owned companies (PT PMA) face strict capitalization rules designed to protect local micro and small businesses.

• Total Investment Plan: A PT PMA must present a minimum investment commitment of IDR 10 Billion (excluding land and buildings). This figure is declared to the BKPM during the OSS registration stage.
• Paid-Up Capital: Of the total investment, a minimum of IDR 2.5 Billion must be deposited as paid-up capital into a verified Indonesian corporate bank account.
• The 3-Word Name Rule: Under Indonesian Company Law, a local PT's legal name must consist of at least three distinct words (e.g., PT Maju Jaya Selalu). Single or double-word company names are rejected at the SABH submission stage.

Choosing the Right KBLI Codes (Business Classifications)

Aligned with Peraturan Pemerintah No. 5/2021, all business activities in Indonesia are categorized by 5-digit KBLI codes. Selecting the wrong code has serious downstream consequences:

Pro Tip: Always cross-reference your KBLI code against your intended Jakarta district zoning map before submitting the deed to the notary. Retroactive KBLI changes post-NIB issuance require a full notarial amendment.

Section 4: The 5-Step Setup Workflow

Related Read: See our guide on Company Formation Indonesia to secure a legally compliant domicile address before initiating Step 1.

Step 1: Deed of Establishment (Akta Pendirian) — Role of the Notary

Your appointed Indonesian Notary Public drafts the foundational corporate document — the Akta Pendirian. This deed formally records the outcomes of the first Rapat Umum Pemegang Saham (RUPS) — the General Meeting of Shareholders — and includes:

• Full names and identities of all shareholders and directors.
• The company's scope of business activities (tied to KBLI codes).
• Capital structure: authorized, subscribed, and paid-up capital amounts.

Step 2: SK Kemenkumham — Legal Approval from the Ministry of Law

The notary electronically submits the Akta Pendirian to the DITJEN AHU portal via the SABH system. Upon review and approval, the Ministry of Law and Human Rights issues the SK Kemenkumham — the official ministerial decree legally recognizing the company as a registered Indonesian legal entity. This approval is subsequently published in the Berita Negara (State Gazette).

Step 3: Tax ID (NPWP) — Registration with the Jakarta Tax Office

With the SK Kemenkumham in hand, the company must register with the local Kantor Pelayanan Pajak (KPP) that corresponds to the company's registered domicile in Jakarta. The KPP issues the corporate NPWP (Tax Identification Number), which is mandatory for:

• Opening a corporate bank account.
• Invoicing clients (VAT/PPN compliance).
• Filing monthly and annual corporate tax returns.

Step 4: NIB & OSS RBA — The Digital "Birth Certificate" of the Business

Once the NPWP is obtained, the company completes its registration on the OSS Portal. The system runs a Risk-Based Approach (RBA) assessment based on the registered KBLI codes and issues:

• The 13-digit NIB — the company's unique Business Identification Number and primary operational credential.
• Standard Certificates (Sertifikat Standar) or Declarations depending on risk classification.
• Sector-specific business licenses if the KBLI is classified as Medium-High or High Risk.

Step 5: Post-Registration Compliance — BPJS & LKPM

Registration completion does not end legal obligations. Companies must fulfill:

Related Read: See our guide on Indonesian Golden Visa for Foreign Directors to ensure your leadership team is visa-compliant post-registration.

Section 5: FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Can a foreigner own 100% of a Jakarta company? Yes. Foreigners can own 100% of a PT PMA in Jakarta, provided the chosen business sector (KBLI code) is fully open to foreign investment under Indonesia's Positive Investment List (formerly the Negative Investment List/DNI). Certain strategic sectors — such as media, agriculture, and specific financial services — impose ownership caps or are fully reserved for Indonesian nationals. Always verify your KBLI against the latest Positive Investment List before structure planning.

❓ How long does company registration take in Jakarta? With complete documentation, a properly selected KBLI code, and a legally compliant domicile address, standard PT or PT PMA registration in Jakarta takes 5 to 10 working days — covering Deed notarization, SK Kemenkumham issuance, NPWP registration, and NIB generation.

❓ Where is the DITJEN AHU office located? The main office of the Directorate General of General Law Administration (DITJEN AHU) is located at: 📍 Gedung Direktorat Jenderal AHU, Jalan HR. Rasuna Said Kav. 6-7, Kuningan, South Jakarta. 📞 021 3001 5800 | 📧 [email protected]