📌 Key Features
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Validity: Usually issued for 1–2 years, renewable depending on the registration of the Representative Office.
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Sponsorship: Sponsored by the Representative Office (KPPA) registered with the Ministry of Investment / BKPM.
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Residency Rights: Comes with a Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) for the appointed representative to live in Indonesia.
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Work Rights:
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The visa holder can manage, supervise, and represent the overseas company.
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Not permitted to engage in direct sales, revenue-generating activities, or operational employment.
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Pathway to KITAP: Possible for long-term representatives who continuously maintain valid status and operations.
👤 Who Can Apply
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Foreign nationals officially appointed by an overseas parent company to represent them in Indonesia.
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Individuals assigned to manage a Representative Office (KPPA), Trade Representative Office, or Business Development Office.
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Senior managers or executives responsible for liaison functions between the foreign company and Indonesian stakeholders.
⚠️ Important Notes
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The Representative Office (KPPA) must be registered and approved by BKPM (Ministry of Investment) before the visa can be processed.
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The representative cannot engage in profit-generating activities (e.g., direct trading, manufacturing, or contracting).
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The visa is tied to the Representative Office license. If the office closes, the visa becomes invalid.
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Dependents (spouse and children) may apply for Dependent ITAS under the main visa holder.
