Indonesia is well known for its exports. At least ten main products are consistently produced for export, including shrimp, coffee, palm oil, cacao, rubber and rubber, textile, footwear, electronics, motor vehicle components, and furniture.
The Ministry of Trade recently released a list of potential Indonesia export products, with positive trends opening up an opportunity for local entrepreneurs and producers to gain notoriety abroad, starting with the South East Asia region and other bilateral partners of Indonesia.
How to start an Indonesian export company
A few provisions must be met when creating an export company – the first step is establishing a legal entity. There are several types of legal entities that you can set up, including a CV, firm, PT, and cooperative.
Set up your company properly. Before exporting from Indonesia, an exporter must have a Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP). Other than that, there are business licenses to obtain:
- Trading Business License (SIUP) from the Ministry of Trade.
- Industrial License from the Ministry of Industry.
- Domestic Investment Business License (PMDN) or Foreign Investment (PMA) issued by the Ministry of Investment (BKPM).
- Export Identity Number (APE).
- To expedite establishing an exporter company, our experts can help you obtain the permits and licenses you need without hassle.
- Expedite export process.
Export from Indonesia: Company Classifications
Manufacturer exporter
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Manufacturer exporters must run their business by:
- Regularly submitting the export realization report to the Department of Industry and Commerce or appointed institutions and officials.
- Must be validated by foreign exchange banks by attaching the letter of statement as follows: non-involvement of tax arrears, banking arrears, and customs issues.
- Having an Industrial Business License and NPWP.
- The company must comply with the Department of Industry and Commerce requirements at the District/City or Provincial level and related technical institutions.
Non-manufacturer exporter
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Non-manufacturer exporters must also comply with:
- Regularly submitting the export realization report to the Department of Industry and Commerce or appointed institutions and officials.
- Must be validated by foreign exchange banks by attaching the letter of statement as follows: non-involvement of tax arrears, banking arrears, and customs issues.
- Having a Trading Business License and NPWP.
- The company must comply with the Department of Industry and Commerce requirements at the District/City or Provincial level and related technical institutions.
