Published February 23, 2020 · Updated October 6, 2026
Indonesia’s OSS-RBA platform now issues same-day NIBs for low-risk businesses, but sectoral approvals and quarterly LKPM reports still sit outside the fast lane.
In this blog, we discuss how the OSS system improves company registration in Indonesia, what the 13-digit NIB covers, how KBLI codes set your risk tier, and which requirements survive after registration.
What Is the OSS Company Registration System?
The OSS-RBA is the government's single online gateway for company registration and business licensing, operated at oss.go.id under Government Regulation No. 28 of 2025.
Government Regulation No. 28 of 2025 governs OSS-RBA. Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025 provides its procedures. These rules replaced Government Regulation No. 5 of 2021 and its earlier implementing regulations.
Under the risk-based approach, licensing follows each activity's risk level. Low-risk activities require an NIB. Higher-risk activities need additional standards or licences, depending on the KBLI code and sector.
Companies use OSS to amend NIB data, manage risk-based licensing, and submit LKPM when required.
What Is NIB and Why Does It Matter?
An NIB is a 13-digit identifier issued through OSS-RBA. It is a core credential for operating a business in Indonesia.
Foreign investors generally obtain an NIB after establishing a PT PMA. They select the relevant KBLI codes and submit company data through OSS.
An NIB can combine several registrations in one credential:
- Importer Identification Number (API)
- Customs access rights
- BPJS health and employment social-security enrolment
- Evidence of the first Mandatory Manpower Report (WLKP)
OSS issues low-risk NIBs after the required data is complete. Higher-risk activities need further standards or licences before operating.
BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025 sets minimum paid-up capital of IDR 2.5 billion for a PT PMA. Unless an exception applies, total investment must exceed IDR 10 billion per five-digit KBLI code and project location. Land and buildings are excluded under the general rule. Different rules apply to specified sectors.
Paid-up capital must remain in the company's bank account for at least 12 months. Permitted uses include assets, construction, and operations.
Step 1: Notarize the Deed of Incorporation
Shareholders execute the Deed of Incorporation before an Indonesian notary public. The Ministry of Law then grants legal-entity approval, and the Directorate General of Taxes issues the company's Tax Identification Number (NPWP) electronically through the SABH system where applicable.
Step 2: Register on the OSS-RBA Portal
The company creates an OSS account, enters its corporate data, and selects the KBLI 2025 code for each business activity. OSS determines the risk classification using the applicable KBLI and the activity's scope, scale and location data.
Step 3: Receive the NIB and Linked Registrations
Once the OSS issues the NIB, the company simultaneously gains import, customs, and social security registrations. Same-day issuance applies to low-risk activities.
Step 4: Complete Sectoral Licensing and Reporting
Medium-high and high-risk activities must still secure approvals from the relevant ministries before operations begin. Every PT PMA must also file quarterly investment activity reports through the OSS platform.
OSS-RBA Risk Classification and License Requirements
| Risk Level | License Required | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Low Risk | NIB only, issued the same day | Digital services, consulting, retail |
| Medium-Low Risk | NIB + Standard Certificate | Food production, tourism, education |
| Medium-High Risk | NIB + verified Standard Certificate | Healthcare facilities, construction |
| High Risk | NIB + Izin issued through OSS by the authority with jurisdiction | Mining, pharmaceuticals, nuclear |
What Is the OSS-RBA Risk Classification?
The platform grades each business activity by risk using the applicable KBLI and the activity's scope, scale and location details entered at registration.
The licensing burden rises with risk: the higher the tier, the more approvals a company needs beyond the NIB.
The examples in the table are indicative only. The current OSS-RBA classification for each KBLI 2025 activity determines the licensing tier, and investors should confirm the specific code before filing. An incorrect KBLI selection leads to a wrong risk classification, rejected permits, and compliance exposure, and corrections after issuance cost time and additional filings.
Does the OSS System Remove Other Government Requirements?
No — the platform streamlines company registration, but it does not replace sectoral approvals.
Businesses in medium-high and high-risk sectors must obtain additional approvals from their sectoral regulators after NIB issuance, before commencing operations:
- Healthcare: Ministry of Health approval
- Financial services: OJK (Financial Services Authority) licence
- Food and beverage production: food-safety and product approvals, including BPOM distribution permits where required
- Energy and mining: Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources permit
- Tourism in certain areas: AMDAL environmental impact assessment
This means companies are not exempted from those requirements. Businesses in other sectors may face other applicable obligations as well.
The platform also carries ongoing duties. Medium, large, and PT PMA companies file quarterly investment activity reports (LKPM) through the OSS to the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM); the Quarter III 2026 window runs from 1 to 15 October 2026. If a business has not previously filed WLKP, its NIB is proof of compliance for the first Mandatory Manpower Report period; subsequent obligations follow the applicable manpower rules.
In practice, only the company registration phase is eased by the OSS. When investors move to later phases of business formation, multiple government agencies may still create bottlenecks, queues, and delays. Planning for these timelines protects the business interests of investors and keeps an Indonesian market entry on schedule.
Conclusion
OSS centralises risk-based licensing, but it does not replace sectoral requirements. Investors must still plan the full compliance sequence.
The platform issues a single NIB, shortens approval timelines for low-risk activities, and hosts ongoing reporting. Yet it does not remove sectoral approvals, capital requirements, or post-licensing obligations, so investors should budget both time and cost for the full sequence.
As a Corporate Services Provider, we help clients manage their incorporations end to end: notarization, KBLI selection, OSS-RBA registration, NIB issuance, and post-licensing compliance. Businesses comparing locations can also read our guide to the Best Cities to Start a Business in Indonesia in 2026: Investment Hotspots and Incentives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The OSS-RBA is Indonesia's official online platform for risk-based business licensing. Government Regulation No. 28 of 2025 governs the framework. BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025 provides the OSS procedures and replaced earlier implementing regulations.
Low-risk NIBs can be issued after required OSS data is complete. Establishing a PT PMA and satisfying higher-risk requirements can take longer.
The NIB is a 13-digit identifier. It may serve as an API, customs access, BPJS enrolment, and evidence of the first WLKP. Sectoral approvals may still be required.
The selected KBLI code, business scope, and risk analysis determine the licensing requirements. Low-risk activities may require only an NIB, while higher-risk activities require added standards or permits.
Medium and large businesses submit LKPM quarterly through OSS. Quarterly deadlines are April 15, July 15, October 15, and January 15. Small businesses report every semester, while micro businesses are exempt.
Abigail Yu
Director
Abigail Yu oversees executive leadership at 3E Accounting Group, leading operations, IT solutions, public relations, and digital marketing to drive business success. She holds an honors degree in Communication and New Media from the National University of Singapore and is highly skilled in crisis management, financial communication, and corporate communications.
