Jurisdictions Hub ❯ Indonesia Indonesia Verification & Risk Requirements
Overview
How company verification works in Indonesia
Registry-based company verification and ownership considerations.
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Challenges
Key verification constraints and limitations
Limited ownership disclosure, local-language filings, and monitoring requirements.
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Requirements
Information and documentation typically required
Registry identifiers, corporate filings, and ownership documentation.
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Resources
Guidance and reading for the Indonesia jurisdiction
Guides and reference content on verifying companies in Indonesia.
View ResourcesOverview Indonesia KYB Jurisdiction Overview
While core registration data is available through official sources, ownership and control information is neither fully centralised nor consistently disclosed. As a result, verifying Ultimate Beneficial
Ownership (UBO) and assessing ongoing risk may require additional documentation and supplementary screening.
This jurisdiction profile summarises the key facts relevant to verifying companies in Indonesia.
Challenges When Verifying Companies In Indonesia
Limited Beneficial Ownership Disclosure
Indonesia does not operate a fully public, centralised beneficial ownership register. Information on Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) is not consistently available in standard registry records and may require additional disclosures or supporting documentation.
Shareholding and Control Structures
Companies may have multiple shareholders, including corporate shareholders or foreign participation. Layered ownership structures can increase the complexity of assessing ownership and control.
Timeliness of Changes and Monitoring
Updates to company information, such as directors, officers, or the registered address, may not be reflected immediately across all official sources, underscoring the importance of ongoing monitoring.
Language and Interpretation of Filings
Corporate filings and registry records are primarily maintained in Bahasa Indonesia. Accurate interpretation and translation may be required when reviewing registry information.
Connected Entities and Group Relationships
Companies may be part of wider corporate groups or have relationships with related entities. These connections are not always evident from a single registry record and may require further analysis to clarify ownership links.
Risk Signals Beyond the Registry
Certain risk indicators, such as regulatory actions, litigation, or adverse media, may not appear in standard registry data and may require supplementary screening sources.
Requirements For Indonesia KYB
Essential Identifiers for Companies in Indonesia
Indonesia uses a defined set of identifiers to match companies to the official registry and government records.
Business Identification Number (NIB)
Issued through Indonesia’s Online Single Submission (OSS) system, the NIB serves as a primary identifier for registered entities.
Registered Company Name
The entity’s legal name as recorded in official registries. Verification should match the registered Indonesian name.
Legal Entity Type and Registration Status
Indonesia recognises multiple entity types, including limited liability companies (PT), foreign-owned companies (PT PMA), and branches. Confirming the correct entity type and current registration status is essential for KYB.
Registered Address
Each company must maintain a registered address in Indonesia, which forms part of the official registry record.
Directors and Commissioners
Registry filings include details of directors and commissioners, supporting governance and authority checks.
Common Public Documents Available in Indonesia
The availability of corporate documents in the Philippines depends on the entity type and regulatory scope.
Company Registry Extract / Profile
A summary of registration details, including the company name, NIB, legal status, registered address, and management details.
Deed of Establishment and Amendments
Notarial deeds setting out company formation, share capital, shareholders, and governance structure, including subsequent amendments.
Business Licences and Permits
Licences issued via the OSS system that reflect authorised business activities.
Shareholder Information
Shareholder details may be available in notarial deeds and filings, subject to disclosure rules.
Historical Filing Records
Registry records may include historical changes to directors, shareholders, the registered address, or the company’s status.
Official Sources of Corporate Information
Corporate information in Indonesia is published and maintained by national authorities and relevant regulators.
Ministry of Law and Human Rights
Responsible for corporate registration records, legal entity status, and notarial filings.
Online Single Submission (OSS) System
Central platform for business registration and licensing information.
Sector Regulators
Certain industries are overseen by additional regulatory authorities, which may publish supplementary licensing or supervisory information.
Judicial and Enforcement Databases
Separate public systems provide access to court records and enforcement actions, supporting broader risk assessments and due diligence checks.
Resources Compliance insights, explained
Indonesia’s KYB Challenge: Balancing Growth and Risk
Indonesia’s rapid growth creates KYB risk. Learn why fragmented registries, UBO opacity and regulation make business verification in Indonesia complex.
Read MoreVerifying a Company in Indonesia: Complete KYB Guide
A practical guide to verifying Indonesian companies with AHU, OSS, and new GR 28/2025 requirements.
Read MoreSolutions How AsiaVerify Supports KYB in Indonesia
Real-time Registry Connection
AsiaVerify connects to authoritative sources to retrieve key company information and filing updates, helping teams validate entities using current, source-backed data.
Directors & Shareholders Data
Access structured data on key people and ownership where available, supporting clearer review of decision-critical relationships and changes over time.
Automated Document Retrieval
Retrieve supporting documents and filing records from official
sources, when available, to reduce back-and-forth and speed up evidence collection.
AI-assisted Translation & Normalisation
AsiaVerify uses AI to structure, normalise, and translate registry data where required, aligning disparate inputs into a consistent, review-ready format for reliable KYB decisions.
UBO Mapping & Ownership Analysis
AsiaVerify reconstructs ownership layers using disclosed shareholder information and historical filings, helping teams identify controlling individuals and entities even in complex, multi-tier structures.
AML & Sanctions Screening
Entities, shareholders and legal representatives are screened against sanctions, enforcement lists and adverse media to support AML and CTF obligations across APAC.
API, Portal and Bulk Access
Teams can integrate real-time verification via API, run on-demand checks in the portal, or process high-volume data via bulk upload, ensuring compliance workflows align with operational needs.
Ongoing Monitoring & Alerts
AsiaVerify continuously monitors changes to business status, registered details, shareholders, scope, and penalties, alerting teams when regulatory or structural changes occur.
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