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Before a notary drafts a single line of your PT PMA deed, you need to settle one number: your KBLI code. It is a five-digit classification that tells the Indonesian government what your company does, how much foreign investors can own, and which licenses the OSS system will require. As of December 18, 2025, Indonesia’s active classification framework is KBLI 2025, issued under BPS Regulation No. 7 of 2025. Register a new PT PMA today and this is the system you work with. If your company runs on KBLI 2020 codes, the adjustment deadline is June 18, 2026. This guide covers what KBLI codes are, what changed under KBLI 2025, and how to find the right code for your business.<\/p>\n

What Is a KBLI Code in Indonesia?<\/h2>\n

KBLI stands for Klasifikasi Baku Lapangan Usaha Indonesia, Indonesia’s Standard Industrial Classification. Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS) administers the system and updates it on a five-year cycle. The current edition is KBLI 2025, enacted under BPS Regulation No. 7 of 2025 on December 18, 2025, replacing KBLI 2020.<\/p>\n

Every economic activity in Indonesia gets a unique five-digit code. The first character identifies the main sector, and the remaining digits narrow down the specific activity. KBLI 2025 covers 22 main categories (A through V), up from 21 in KBLI 2020, and contains 1,560 business activity classes across 519 sub-groups.<\/p>\n

When you register a PT PMA through the Online Single Submission system (OSS-RBA), you declare one or more KBLI codes. The OSS system uses those codes to assign a risk level to your business and determine which licenses apply.<\/p>\n

What Changed in KBLI 2025 and Why It Matters for PT PMA Registrations<\/h2>\n
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What is KBLI in Indonesia: Indonesian standard industrial classification (source: Pexels)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

KBLI 2025 is not a minor refresh. It is a structural overhaul aligned with ISIC Revision 5, approved by the United Nations Statistical Commission in March 2024. If you are registering a PT PMA today, you use KBLI 2025 codes. Several codes that foreign investors commonly used under KBLI 2020 have been removed, split, or renamed. Here is what changed for sectors relevant to foreign investors.<\/p>\n

The Old Catch-All Digital Platform Code Is Gone<\/h3>\n

KBLI 63122, the code most foreign-owned tech and e-commerce companies defaulted to under KBLI 2020, has been completely removed. It used to cover almost any digital business, from marketplaces to news portals to booking platforms. Under KBLI 2025, digital platforms are classified by the sector they actually serve, not by the technology they use. An online retail platform now uses sector-specific retail intermediation codes. A digital health platform falls under health sector codes. The right replacement depends on your actual service model, and there is no single substitute.<\/p>\n

Online Retail via Internet No Longer Has Its Own Code<\/h3>\n

KBLI 47910 (Retail Trade via Mail Order or Internet) has also been removed. The government’s position is that the channel of sale, whether online or in-store, should not determine the classification. If you sell consumer electronics, your KBLI reflects the product category, not the fact that you sell online. This change makes sense once you understand the intent: it closes the door on generic e-commerce registrations that bundled unrelated product lines under one vague code.<\/p>\n

Data Hosting and Cloud Now Has a Dedicated Code<\/h3>\n

KBLI 63112 (data processing and hosting) has been replaced by KBLI 63102, which explicitly covers computing infrastructure, hosting, cloud services (IaaS, PaaS), and data center colocation. Cloud-focused businesses finally have a precise, compliant code where none existed before, which matters both for licensing and for banking relationships that scrutinize your NIB<\/a> sector classification.<\/p>\n

New Sectors Recognized for the First Time<\/h3>\n

KBLI 2025 introduces dedicated codes for activities that previously had no clean classification: artificial intelligence and autonomous systems development, digital content creation (podcasts, streaming, gaming), cryptocurrency and digital asset services, carbon capture and storage (KBLI 39001 and 39002), and renewable energy generation broken down by source. Foreign investors targeting these sectors now have a compliant code rather than forcing their activities into an “other services” category.<\/p>\n

The Information and Communication Category Has Been Split in Two<\/h3>\n

Under KBLI 2020, all IT, telecom, and media activities sat under Category J. KBLI 2025 splits this into Category J (publishing, broadcasting, content production and distribution) and Category K (telecommunications, computer programming, consultancy, computing infrastructure, and information services). Some businesses previously in one sub-group now sit in a different category, which affects risk level and license requirements under OSS-RBA.<\/p>\n

Transition Deadline: June 18, 2026<\/h3>\n

BPS Regulation No. 7 of 2025 grants a six-month adjustment period from the promulgation date, placing the compliance deadline at June 18, 2026. New PT PMA registrations must use KBLI 2025 codes exclusively. Existing companies whose codes have been removed, split, or substantially changed must update their Articles of Association through a notary, adjust their OSS data, and update their NIB before this date. BPS released an official conversion table on April 23, 2026, mapping each KBLI 2020 code to its KBLI 2025 equivalent, available at the BPS website. Companies whose codes remain unchanged in substance can rely on automatic OSS conversion, without a deed amendment.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> What is PT PMA in Indonesia: Definition, Legal Basis, and Setup Guide<\/a><\/p>\n

Why Your KBLI Choice Directly Affects Your PT PMA<\/h2>\n

Foreign investors often treat KBLI selection as administrative paperwork that comes at the end of planning. It does not. The code you register shapes your company’s legal and financial structure from the moment the deed is notarized.<\/p>\n

It Determines Your OSS Risk Level and Required Licenses<\/h3>\n

Under Government Regulation No. 5 of 2021, every KBLI is classified into one of four risk levels: low, medium-low, medium-high, or high. Low-risk activities such as IT consulting only require a Business Identification Number (NIB) to operate. High-risk activities such as clinic services or construction require that NIB plus sectoral licenses and, depending on the case, environmental permits and ministry-level approvals. Getting the classification wrong means your document requirements and timeline are wrong before you have submitted anything. The risk-based business licensing guide<\/a> on InvestinAsia explains the four tiers in detail.<\/p>\n

It Controls Your Foreign Ownership Eligibility<\/h3>\n

Indonesia’s Positive Investment List, introduced by Presidential Regulation No. 10 of 2021 and amended by Presidential Regulation No. 49 of 2021, maps how much foreign capital is allowed in each business field by KBLI code. Some codes allow 100% foreign ownership. Others cap it at 67% or 49%. A handful of sectors remain closed entirely. Checking your shortlisted codes against the Indonesia Positive Investment List<\/a> before committing is a required step, not optional due diligence.<\/p>\n

It Locks In Your Minimum Investment Per Business Line<\/h3>\n

A PT PMA must commit a minimum investment plan of IDR 10 billion per KBLI business field (excluding land and buildings), with IDR 2.5 billion as paid-up capital. This threshold applies per distinct line of business. Register both software development (KBLI 62010) and wholesale trading (KBLI 46900) as separate main activities, and each may trigger its own IDR 10 billion requirement. Supporting KBLIs tied to the same operational domain generally do not trigger a separate capital commitment, but that designation is determined by BKPM and OSS, not by what you choose to label them.<\/p>\n

It Must Match Your Articles of Association<\/h3>\n

The OSS-RBA platform validates KBLI codes against the business purpose stated in your Articles of Association. If the two conflict, the system rejects your NIB application or flags it for manual review, adding weeks. Under Investment Minister Regulation No. 5 of 2025, KBLI codes in OSS must explicitly correspond with the business activities listed in the deed. The language your notary uses matters as much as the code number you select.<\/p>\n

Popular KBLI Codes for PT PMA Foreign Investors<\/h2>\n

The table below shows the codes most relevant to foreign investors, updated to reflect KBLI 2025 status under BPS Regulation No. 7 of 2025. For removed codes, replacement guidance is included. Foreign ownership is based on Presidential Regulation No. 10 of 2021 and amendments. Risk levels follow Government Regulation No. 5 of 2021. Always verify directly in the OSS portal before submitting, since risk levels and ownership rules can be updated independently of the KBLI framework.<\/p>\n

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KBLI Code<\/th>\nBusiness Activity<\/th>\nSector<\/th>\nKBLI 2025 Status<\/th>\nForeign Ownership<\/th>\nOSS Risk Level<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
62010<\/strong><\/td>\nComputer Programming \/ Software Development<\/td>\nTechnology (Cat. K)<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nUp to 100%<\/td>\nLow<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
62020<\/strong><\/td>\nIT Consultancy and Computer Facilities Management<\/td>\nTechnology (Cat. K)<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nUp to 100%<\/td>\nLow<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
63102<\/strong><\/td>\nComputing Infrastructure, Hosting, Cloud (IaaS, PaaS, Data Center)<\/td>\nTechnology (Cat. K)<\/td>\nNew in 2025<\/strong> (replaces 63112)<\/td>\nUp to 100%<\/td>\nMedium-Low<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
63122<\/strong><\/td>\nWeb Portals and Digital Platforms (former catch-all)<\/td>\nTechnology \/ E-commerce<\/td>\nRemoved.<\/strong> Replace with sector-specific code (e.g., 47901 for e-retail platform intermediation)<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
70209<\/strong><\/td>\nManagement Consulting Services<\/td>\nProfessional Services<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nUp to 100%<\/td>\nLow<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
46900<\/strong><\/td>\nNon-Specialized Wholesale Trade<\/td>\nTrading<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nUp to 100%<\/td>\nMedium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
47910<\/strong><\/td>\nRetail Trade via Mail Order or Internet<\/td>\nE-commerce \/ Retail<\/td>\nRemoved.<\/strong> Use product-specific retail codes instead<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
56101<\/strong><\/td>\nFull-Service Restaurant Activities<\/td>\nFood and Beverage<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nUp to 100% (most areas)<\/td>\nMedium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
55900<\/strong><\/td>\nOther Accommodation (Villas, Serviced Apartments)<\/td>\nHospitality<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nRestrictions may apply*<\/td>\nMedium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
68200<\/strong><\/td>\nLeased Real Estate Activities<\/td>\nReal Estate<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nRestrictions may apply*<\/td>\nMedium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
85499<\/strong><\/td>\nOther Non-Formal Education Services<\/td>\nEducation<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nRestrictions may apply*<\/td>\nMedium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
43390<\/strong><\/td>\nOther Specialized Construction Work<\/td>\nConstruction<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nUp to 67%<\/td>\nMedium-High<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
86101<\/strong><\/td>\nHospital and Specialist Clinic Services<\/td>\nHealthcare<\/td>\nActive<\/td>\nRestricted<\/td>\nHigh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

* Verify current ownership caps under Presidential Regulation No. 10 of 2021 and its amendments directly in the OSS portal. “Active” status is based on BPS Regulation No. 7 of 2025 and the BPS conversion table published April 23, 2026. Confirm in OSS before submitting your NIB application.<\/p>\n

How to Choose the Right KBLI for Your PT PMA<\/h2>\n
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What is KBLI in Indonesia: Indonesian standard industrial classification (source: Pexels)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

KBLI selection is not a search-and-click exercise inside the OSS portal. It requires working through your business plan against Indonesian regulatory requirements in a specific order. Here is how corporate advisors approach PT PMA setups under KBLI 2025.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Map Your Core Business Activities Before Opening the OSS Portal<\/h3>\n

Write out every revenue-generating activity your company will perform in Indonesia. Be specific. “E-commerce” no longer works as a basis for KBLI selection under KBLI 2025, which removed the generic digital platform code entirely. “Retail trade of consumer electronics via an online platform” maps to a precise five-digit code. The more specific the description, the more accurately you can match it. Your primary code should correspond to your main source of revenue.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Search the OSS RBA Portal Using Plain-Language Keywords<\/h3>\n

Go to oss.go.id and use the KBLI search function during the NIB application flow. Enter keywords that describe the activity, not the industry category. The system returns matching codes with their full descriptions. Read the full description of each candidate. Under KBLI 2025, two codes with similar names can carry different category assignments, licensing obligations, and foreign ownership rules once you get past the headline.<\/p>\n

Step 3: Cross-Reference Each Code with the Positive Investment List<\/h3>\n

Once you have a shortlist, check each code against Presidential Regulation No. 10 of 2021. This confirms whether the code is open to 100% foreign ownership, subject to a partial cap, or restricted. Do not skip this even for sectors that seem obviously open. Ownership rules can be updated by separate presidential or ministerial regulations, and some line ministries impose additional restrictions on top of the Positive Investment List baseline.<\/p>\n

Step 4: Check the KBLI 2025 Risk Classification<\/h3>\n

Every KBLI carries a risk level that determines your post-NIB licensing requirements. Low risk means NIB only. Medium-low adds a Standards Certificate (Sertifikat Standar). Medium-high requires that certificate plus government verification. High risk requires a full business license (Izin Usaha) plus applicable sectoral permits. Under KBLI 2025, some codes reassigned from their KBLI 2020 risk level, so verify the current level in OSS for your specific code before committing.<\/p>\n

Step 5: Account for the Capital Requirement Each Main KBLI Triggers<\/h3>\n

Each distinct main KBLI field registered for a PT PMA triggers the IDR 10 billion minimum investment plan under BKPM guidelines, with IDR 2.5 billion as paid-up capital. If two activities fall under the same operational domain and one can genuinely be designated as supporting the other, you may avoid a second capital threshold. For genuinely separate business lines, some investors find a holding structure with separate subsidiaries is more cost-efficient than stacking multiple unrelated KBLIs inside one entity.<\/p>\n

Step 6: Decide on Primary Versus Supporting KBLIs<\/h3>\n

Most PT PMAs run one primary KBLI and one to three supporting codes. The primary code is the main activity by revenue. Supporting codes cover activities that are operationally necessary for the business to function. A software company might register KBLI 62010 as primary and KBLI 62020 for client consultancy. What to avoid is mixing unrelated sectors. A company that registers both logistics and hospitality under one PT PMA creates inconsistencies across licensing, tax filings, and LKPM reports that regulators flag during reviews.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> OSS in Indonesia: A Guide for Foreign Companies<\/a><\/p>\n

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Not Sure Which KBLI 2025 Code Fits Your Business?<\/p>\n

InvestinAsia’s team of 380+ professionals helps foreign investors identify the right KBLI, verify ownership eligibility, and register their PT PMA correctly from the start.<\/p>\n

Talk to Our Expert<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Common Mistakes Foreign Investors Make When Choosing a KBLI<\/h2>\n

A few patterns show up repeatedly in PT PMA registrations that hit problems. These are the most common ones under KBLI 2025.<\/p>\n

Using a Code That Has Been Removed<\/h3>\n

KBLI 63122 and KBLI 47910, the two codes most commonly used by tech and e-commerce PT PMAs under KBLI 2020, are gone. Entering either into the OSS system triggers an immediate validation error. If you received setup advice or read a guide before December 2025, verify every code you were given is still active under KBLI 2025. The official BPS conversion table released on April 23, 2026, is the authoritative reference for mapping old codes to current replacements.<\/p>\n

Choosing a Code That Is Too Broad<\/h3>\n

KBLI 2025 deliberately removed the catch-all approach. The generic digital platform code was eliminated specifically because it let businesses register vaguely without declaring what sector they actually serve. The OSS system under KBLI 2025 requires precision. A code that does not describe your actual activities creates mismatches during licensing, tax reporting, and sectoral permit applications that are difficult to untangle after the fact.<\/p>\n

Ignoring the Last Two Digits<\/h3>\n

The difference between KBLI 56101 (full-service restaurant) and KBLI 56102 (limited-service restaurant) can mean different licensing pathways and different foreign ownership treatment in some regions. The first three digits give you the general category. The last two define the precise activity. Many investors read only the headline code and skip the full sub-category description, which is where misclassifications come from. KBLI 2025 has also updated descriptions in many sub-sectors from KBLI 2020, so even familiar codes may have a changed scope.<\/p>\n

Mixing Unrelated Sectors in One Entity<\/h3>\n

Registering logistics and hospitality, or consulting and retail trading, inside a single PT PMA creates an entity that looks inconsistent to every government agency that reviews it. Tax filings, LKPM reports, and sectoral license applications all reference your KBLI codes. When those codes tell conflicting stories about what the company actually does, BKPM or the relevant line ministry puts the file into manual review. For businesses that genuinely span multiple unrelated sectors, a holding structure with separate subsidiaries handles this cleanly.<\/p>\n

What Happens If You Register the Wrong KBLI?<\/h2>\n

It depends on when the error surfaces. During the initial NIB application, the OSS-RBA platform validates KBLI codes against the business purpose stated in your Articles of Association. A mismatch results in rejection or a delayed NIB. If the error is found after the NIB is issued, correction requires a notarial deed amendment, resubmission to Kemenkumham, and an OSS update. Under Government Regulation No. 28 of 2025, which introduces stricter data consistency requirements across OSS and IBOSS filings, incorrect KBLIs may also trigger ministry-level reviews and affect license renewals. The correction is possible. The cost and time are avoidable.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> The Complete Checklist Before You Open a Business in Indonesia<\/a><\/p>\n

I Already Have a PT PMA Registered Under KBLI 2020. What Do I Do?<\/h2>\n

\"pt<\/a>
\nThe government has confirmed that existing licenses issued before KBLI 2025 remain legally valid. You are not required to get new permits just because the classification framework changed. The question is whether your specific code has been removed, split, or materially changed.<\/p>\n

If your code maps cleanly to a KBLI 2025 equivalent through the BPS conversion table, the OSS system handles the reclassification automatically. No notary, no deed amendment. If your code has been removed, such as KBLI 63122 or 47910, or split into multiple more specific codes, you need to decide which KBLI 2025 code reflects your business, then go through the deed amendment and OSS update process before June 18, 2026. If you do nothing and your code is invalid under KBLI 2025 after the deadline, your NIB may be flagged or blocked in OSS, which affects banking relationships, LKPM reporting, and license renewals.<\/p>\n

Foreign investors who want to navigate this, whether for a new PT PMA registration or a KBLI 2025 migration review, can use InvestinAsia’s PT PMA registration and compliance service<\/a>, which handles the full process from deed to NIB to post-incorporation licensing.<\/p>\n

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Get a FREE KBLI Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

Is KBLI 2025 already active or still in transition?<\/h3>\n

KBLI 2025 became the official active framework on December 18, 2025, when BPS Regulation No. 7 of 2025 was enacted. The six-month transition period ends June 18, 2026. New PT PMA registrations must use KBLI 2025 codes. Existing companies have until that date to update codes that have been removed or substantially changed. The BPS conversion table released April 23, 2026 maps each KBLI 2020 code to its KBLI 2025 equivalent.<\/p>\n

How many KBLI codes can a PT PMA register?<\/h3>\n

There is no fixed legal cap. Most companies register one primary KBLI and one to three supporting codes. Too many unrelated codes create complexity across licensing, tax reporting, and BKPM investment reporting. Register only the codes that reflect activities you will actually conduct.<\/p>\n

Can a PT PMA operate under a KBLI that restricts foreign ownership?<\/h3>\n

A PT PMA cannot register a KBLI where foreign ownership is completely closed. For KBLIs with partial ownership caps, the PT PMA can include an Indonesian shareholder to hold the required local stake. This structure is common in sectors such as construction and certain retail sub-sectors.<\/p>\n

What is the difference between a primary KBLI and a supporting KBLI?<\/h3>\n

The primary KBLI represents the main revenue-generating activity. Supporting KBLIs cover activities that are operationally linked and necessary for the primary activity to function. Each separate main KBLI may trigger the IDR 10 billion minimum investment plan threshold. Supporting KBLIs tied to the same operational domain typically do not create a separate capital requirement.<\/p>\n

I was using KBLI 63122 for my digital platform business. What do I do now?<\/h3>\n

KBLI 63122 has been removed from KBLI 2025. Businesses that used this code need to reclassify their activities under a more specific KBLI reflecting the actual sector they serve. An online retail intermediation platform would move to KBLI 47901. A digital health services platform would fall under a health sector code. The right replacement depends on your specific business model, and consulting a corporate advisor before amending your deed is recommended, since the replacement code affects licensing obligations and investment reporting.<\/p>\n

Does the KBLI code affect tax obligations for a PT PMA?<\/h3>\n

Yes. The Directorate General of Taxes uses KBLI codes to determine applicable VAT categories and sector-level compliance requirements. Accurate classification keeps tax reporting consistent with your actual operations and reduces the risk of flags during audits.<\/p>\n

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References<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Badan Pusat Statistik. (2025). BPS Regulation No. 7 of 2025 on Indonesia Standard Industrial Classification (KBLI 2025). Retrieved from
\nhttps:\/\/www.bps.go.id\/en\/publication\/2025\/12\/24\/a9b2f130776c7bea36008556\/klasifikasi-baku-lapangan-usaha-indonesia–kbli–2025-.html<\/p>\n

2. Badan Pusat Statistik. (2025, December 19). BPS Releases the 2025 Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification in Line with Current Economic Dynamics. Retrieved from
\nhttps:\/\/www.bps.go.id\/en\/news\/2025\/12\/19\/828\/bps-rilis-klasifikasi-baku-lapangan-usaha-indonesia–kbli–2025.html<\/p>\n

3. Badan Pusat Statistik. (2026, April 27). Pemerintah Memastikan KBLI 2025 Tidak Memerlukan Perizinan Baru. Retrieved from
\nhttps:\/\/www.bps.go.id\/id\/news\/2026\/04\/27\/898\/pemerintah-memastikan-kbli-2025-tidak-memerlukan-perizinan-baru.html<\/p>\n

4. Pemerintah Republik Indonesia. (2021). Government Regulation No. 5 of 2021 on Risk-Based Business Licensing (OSS-RBA). Retrieved from
\nhttps:\/\/oss.go.id<\/p>\n

5. Sekretariat Negara Republik Indonesia. (2021). Presidential Regulation No. 10 of 2021 on the Investment Business Field (Positive Investment List). Retrieved from
\nhttps:\/\/jdih.setneg.go.id\/viewpdfperaturan\/P21030200001\/Perpres%20Nomor%2010%20Tahun%202021.pdf<\/p>\n