Overview
Last week, the Ministry of Manpower in Indonesia announced that
offshore Work Permit applications for foreign nationals are now
being accepted. However, foreign nationals residing outside of
Indonesia are required to first obtain a Letter of Recommendation
from the investment authority,
Badan Koordinasi Penanaman Modal
(BKPM).
Alternatively, employers can first apply for a single-entry
Business Visa for foreign nationals to use to enter the country.
Once the foreign national is in Indonesia, the employer can apply
for a Work Permit and/or Stay Permit with the Ministry of Manpower
without needing the BKPM Letter of Recommendation.
Key Points
- The Indonesian Ministry of Manpower announced that foreign
nationals can now apply for Work Permits from outside the
country.
