Understanding PT PMA: The Legal Structure for Foreign Companies in Indonesia

A PT PMA (Perseroan Terbatas Penanaman Modal Asing) is the official legal entity for foreignowned companies operating in Indonesia.

This structure allows partial or full foreign ownership, depending on the business sector under the Indonesian Positive Investment List.

Key advantages of PT PMA include:

• Legal recognition as a foreign investment company
• Eligibility to sponsor expatriate work permits
• Access to local banking and commercial contracts
• Profit repatriation in foreign currency With frequent updates to investment regulations, expert guidance is critical.

Binka Consulting provides end-to-end advisory—from shareholding structure to licensing—ensuring foreign investors establish their PT PMA correctly from day one.