Company Registration in Bali

Successfully establish your company in Bali with a team of dedicated local experts by your side. We help you avoid common delays and ensure your business is structured for success.

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End-to-End Expert Guidance for Your Bali Company Setup

Our role is to ensure you are perfectly prepared to meet all of Indonesia’s legal and regulatory requirements. We provide the strategic support you need to operate successfully.

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Streamlined Process

Upload and track documents in the Emerhub App. Our experts ensure accurate preparation for official submission.

Licenses & Permits

Our on-the-ground experts help you identify and prepare the applications for the NIB business license and other necessary permits required for your specific business activities.

Virtual Office

Every company requires a registered commercial address. We can help you secure a compliant physical office or provide a cost-effective virtual office address to meet legal requirements.

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Stay Tax Compliant from Day One

Our team will ensure that your taxes and employee payroll are processed accurately and in compliance with the Indonesian laws.

Corporate Secretarial

Continuous support for statutory filings and corporate governance requirements.

Visa & Work Permit Assistance

Relocating yourself or your team? We provide expert consultation and assistance in preparing the necessary applications for business visas and work permits for you, your staff, and your dependents.

Key Requirements for Company Registration in Bali

Here is a general overview of what you’ll need to prepare for setting up a PT PMA company (a limited liability company with foreign ownership) in Indonesia. Our consultants will advise you on the specifics for your unique situation.

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Our Guided Process for a Compliant Bali Company Registration

Setting up your PT PMA company correctly is essential. Emerhub’s experts manage the complexities on your behalf, ensuring a smooth and transparent journey through the official government channels.

Business name reservation

First, you must choose a unique company name. Provide us with your top three preferences, and our experts will verify their availability and handle the name reservation with the Ministry of Law and Human Rights on your behalf.

Preparation of the Deed of Establishment and documents submission to MoHLR

Deed of Establishment includes your Articles of Association, details of planned business activity, and shareholder information. It must be prepared in Indonesian and notarized. We work with trusted notaries to prepare this document accurately on your behalf for official submission.

NIB business license and relevant permits

Once your company is incorporated, the next step is applying for your Business Identification Number (NIB). We guide you through this process and help determine if additional permits are needed for your specific business risk level and activities.

Opening your corporate bank account in Bali

With the Deed of Establishment, MOLHR approval, NIB, and NPWP (Tax registration), you can open a corporate bank account. Our advisors will help you prepare the necessary document package and introduce you to partner banks to streamline the process.

Ensure post registration compliance

We help you track crucial deadlines for Investment Activity Reports (LKPM), tax filings, and license renewals through the Emerhub portal, protecting your business from potential issues.

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FAQs About Company Formation in Bali

Can foreigners register a company in Bali?

As per Indonesian regulations, both foreign individuals and foreign companies can legally set up their own company in Bali (and Indonesia generally) to conduct business. The primary and most common legal structure specifically designed for foreign investment is the Foreign Investment Company (PT PMA).

Do I legally need an Indonesian citizen as a partner or director?

No, you generally don’t need an Indonesian citizen as a shareholder or director for a PT PMA in sectors open to foreigners. Also, while foreigners can be directors, they must have Indonesian residency (like a KITAS, usually obtained after setup) for practical operational tasks. If they do not meet the residency requirement, they must appoint at least one resident director.

Emerhub will help you meet the resident director requirement. and stay compliant.

Is 100% foreign ownership allowed for my specific business in Bali?

Whether 100% foreign ownership is allowed depends on your specific business activities as defined in the Positive Investment List (DPI). Our consultants can review your business plan and provide a definitive assessment based on the latest regulations.

What is the NIB (Business Identification Number) and is it the only license I need?

The NIB is your company’s primary registration ID and acts as a basic license. However, most businesses require additional, specific licenses or standard certificates after the NIB before starting commercial operations, depending on their risk classification.

Our experts will guide you on specific licenses depending on your planned business activities.

What are the essential ongoing compliance tasks for a PT PMA in Indonesia

Key recurring tasks include submitting Investment Reports (LKPM) to the government, managing monthly and annual tax filings, handling mandatory employee BPJS (social security/health) contributions, and fulfilling annual corporate reporting requirements (like shareholder meetings).

What documents are needed to register company in Bali?

Key documents required for company registration in Bali include:

  • Proposed company name (3 alternatives)
  • Shareholder passports & addresses
  • Indonesian registered office address (physical or approved virtual office)
  • Capital‑investment plan