Who needs a working permit (IMTA) in Indonesia?

The IMTA (Indonesian Manpower Permit) is designed for foreigners who are employed to work in Indonesia. This permit enables you to engage in employment within the country. Once you have obtained an IMTA, it is necessary to also acquire a stay permit/KITAS (Limited Stay Permit Card).

Who is eligible to apply for a working permit?

To acquire an IMTA, it is essential to be employed by a registered company in Indonesia that will serve as your IMTA sponsor. This company can be a foreign-owned company (PMA), a representative office, or an Indonesian-owned company. However, it is important to note that certain positions are restricted for foreigners and cannot be pursued under an IMTA. These positions include human resources, quality control and inspection, legal, supply chain management, and health, safety, and environment affairs.

What types of documentation are required?

In order to apply for a KITAS and IMTA, both you (applicant) and your sponsor company must provide required documents.

Required documents from the applicant:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Certificate of degree or diploma

• Copy of your passport (with a minimum of four blank pages and 18 months of validity)

• Two photographs sized 4 cm x 6 cm

• Domicile letter (Surat Keterangan Tempat Tinggal) issued by the sub-district office (Kantor Kelurahan), or a Letter of Domicile from the building management, or a rental agreement letter for a house/apartment signed by the owner.

Required documents from the sponsor company:

• Company's deed of establishment and any subsequent amendments (if applicable)

• Approval from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights (MoLHR) for the sponsoring company (SK Kehakiman Pendirian Perusahaan dan Perubahannya) (if applicable)

• Certificate of Domicile (SKDU) for the sponsoring company

• Business license (SIUP) or principle license (Izin Prinsip/IP) or permanent business license (Izin Usaha Tetap/IUT)

• Certificate of company registration (TDP)

• ID card (KTP) of the Indonesian director of the sponsoring company as a guarantor, or passport of the foreign director

• Blank papers with the company's letterhead (for application letters)

• Mandatory Manpower Report (Wajib Lapor Ketenagakerjaan) of the sponsoring company

• Employment contract

• Company's bank account information or statement, with a minimum balance of USD 1,500

• Additional documents may be required based on the specific case and type of entity.