Insights
Selected analysis and perspectives on legal, regulatory, corporate and mobility matters across Indonesia and Asia.
Under Indonesian immigration law, a foreign national (Warga Negara Asing or “WNA”) cannot hold more than one stay permit at the same time. The Indonesian immigration system essentially…
Read insightHow can a Foreign National obtain Indonesian citizenship through naturalisation? Naturalisation or citizenship acquisition is a legal process that allows a Foreign National to obtain the Citizenship of…
Read insightForeign Nationals holding a Permanent Stay Permit (Izin Tinggal Tetap or ITAP/KITAP) may, under certain circumstances, apply to become Indonesian citizens through the naturalisation process (pewarganegaraan). However, KITAP…
Read insightForeign Nationals holding a Limited Stay Permit (Izin Tinggal Terbatas or ITAS/KITAS) may, under certain circumstances, convert their status to a Permanent Stay Permit (Izin Tinggal Tetap or…
Read insightForeign Nationals (Warga Negara Asing or WNA) in Indonesia may, in principle, apply for an extension of their Stay Permit through Indonesia’s electronic immigration system. However, the procedures…
Read insightImmigration inspections in Indonesia do not always take place at airports or other immigration checkpoints. Immigration supervision may also involve inspections of foreign nationals, residences, workplaces, accommodation, company…
Read insightUnderstanding address-change reporting obligations, Immigration Sponsor responsibilities, and employment compliance for foreign workers in Indonesia Moving to a new residence in Indonesia may appear to be a routine…
Read insightIndonesia’s maritime tourism sector continues to attract foreign investors, particularly for businesses involving inter-island tourism, private boat charters, snorkeling and diving activities, fast-boat transportation, and maritime tourism packages.…
Read insightUnderstanding the distinction between permitted performance activities, employment relationships, and Indonesian immigration requirements for foreign artists Foreign artists performing in Indonesia are not automatically required to obtain a…
Read insightUnderstanding RPTKA compliance, administrative sanctions, and potential immigration consequences for employers of foreign workers Employing foreign workers (Tenaga Kerja Asing or TKA) in Indonesia is not simply a…
Read insightPotential implications for immigration, work authorization and employer compliance Indonesia’s proposed Draft Manpower Bill may introduce a number of changes to the legal framework governing foreign workers (Tenaga…
Read insightThis is an important consideration for foreign shareholders holding an Investor ITAS (KITAS) or Investor ITAP (KITAP) in Indonesia. In principle, an investor’s immigration status is closely connected…
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