KBLI 03118: Marine Ornamental Fish Capture

KBLI 03118: Marine Ornamental Fish Capture · Open to PMA

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Foreign investment rules

Indonesia's BUPM (Investment Business Fields) regulation places this code into one of five tracks. The track determines whether a foreign investor (PMA) can operate in this activity at all, and under what conditions.

Status · open

Fully open to foreign investment

KBLI 03118 is not on Indonesia's closed, conditional, SME-reserved or partnership-required schedules. A foreign investor may incorporate a PT PMA with up to 100% foreign ownership and operate in this activity directly.

This KBLI is not listed in any restricted, closed, SME-reserved or partnership-required schedule under Pres. Reg. 10/2021 (as amended). A 100% foreign-owned PT PMA may operate in this activity, subject to the licensing requirements shown below. BKPM's default minimum capital is IDR 2.5 billion paid-up with IDR 10 billion+ total investment commitment per KBLI realised over time, but sector regulators (OJK, ESDM, BPOM, Kominfo, etc.) can set higher minimums for specific activities — we confirm the actual figure before incorporation.

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How we handle your KBLI 03118 setup

Emerhub is a corporate-services provider in Indonesia. We do the legal and regulatory legwork for foreign investors so you can focus on the business itself. Here's what the engagement looks like.

1
Confirm the optimal structure for your business
2–3 business days
We confirm KBLI 03118 is the right primary code for your business, advise on secondary codes you may also need, and finalize the holding structure with you before any filing.
What we need from you
- Founders' passport copies and proof of residence
- Intended share split and board composition
2
Incorporate your PT PMA
7–10 business days
We draft the Articles of Association before a notary, register the entity with the Ministry of Law & Human Rights (Kemenkumham), and obtain the company's tax ID (NPWP). Under BKPM Reg. 5/2025, paid-up capital is IDR 2.5 billion (~USD 160K) — the cash actually deposited at incorporation. The IDR 10 billion+ figure many sources still cite is the total investment commitment per KBLI, realised over time via your LKPM reports.

Get an exact quote and timeline for KBLI 03118, scoped to your specific business plan.

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Licensing requirements in detail

Specific permits, application requirements and ongoing obligations vary by business scale and the sub-activity within this KBLI. We file these on your behalf — this section is for transparency on what we'll be handling. Switch between scales below; by default we show Large (the PMA scale).

Sub-activity scope

This group includes businesses or activities related to the capture or collection of marine ornamental fish, such as seahorses (hippocampus), angelfish, clownfish, lionfish, striped butterflyfish, pufferfish, batfish, and other ornamental fish in the sea, river estuaries, lagoons, and other tide-affected areas.

What's required to operate

NIB

Preparation only — additional permit needed below

Operating License (Izin)

Important: NIB is issued for the preparation stage. Commercial operation requires a full Operating License (Izin) issued by the competent ministry after a substantive review of the operator's capability, facility, and compliance. Operating with NIB alone exposes the entity to penalties, blacklisting, and contract invalidation.

Processing time

7Days

Statutory turnaround

Application requirements

Documents and capabilities you must demonstrate at registration

01Submit an application with the following attachments: Business plan, which includes: Investment plan Plan for procurement of fishing vessels, and Operational plan Statement letter regarding the Beneficial Owner, for legal entities Integrity pact from the individual or the responsible person of the legal entity Recent color passport photo of the individual or the responsible person of the legal entity Specimen signature of the individual or the responsible person of the legal entity, and Notarized statement confirming the accuracy of the data and information provided by the individual or the responsible person of the legal entity, and
02Pay Non-Tax State Revenue for the utilization of fishery natural resources in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws and regulations.

Ongoing obligations

Compliance and reporting duties throughout operation

01Realize fishing vessels within a maximum of 2 (two) years.
02Possess a Fishing License.
03Provide access to data collection officers to conduct data collection on fish catches and
04Submit business activity reports.

Issuing authority

The authority that issues the license depends on your situation.

Authority	Applies when
Minister/Head of Agency	Foreign Investment
Governor	1. Fishing vessels sized above 5 (five) GT up to 30 (thirty) GT (specifically for Aceh Province, the size of fishing vessels follows the regulations regarding Aceh governance) and 2. Fishing areas in WPPNRI up to 12 (twelve) nautical miles within the administrative region of the respective province.

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Auxiliary permits (PB UMKU)

PB UMKU permits sit on top of the main NIB and Sertifikat Standar — each is issued by a different ministry, and only when a specific operational activity is performed. This KBLI carries 1 candidate permit across 1 regulator; most operations only need a handful. Emerhub maps your operation to the exact set, files them, and tracks renewals.

Marine & Fisheries

1 permit

Ministry of Marine Affairs & Fisheries (KKP). Applies to capture fishing, aquaculture, fish processing, fish-feed production, and live-fish trade. The Processing Feasibility Certificate (SKP) is the gating quality permit for fish processors.

Fishing Business License
Surat Izin Usaha Perikanan
4 requirements1 obligationMinistry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries

Speak to Emerhub

Get your KBLI 03118 setup handled end-to-end.

Emerhub is a corporate-services provider in Indonesia. We handle PT PMA incorporation, licensing, tax registration and monthly compliance — so you focus on operating the business.

Get a quote for KBLI 03118

§ 01

Foreign investment rules

Status · open

Fully open to foreign investment

§ 02

How we handle your KBLI 03118 setup

Emerhub is a corporate-services provider in Indonesia. We do the legal and regulatory legwork for foreign investors so you can focus on the business itself. Here's what the engagement looks like.

1
Confirm the optimal structure for your business
2–3 business days
We confirm KBLI 03118 is the right primary code for your business, advise on secondary codes you may also need, and finalize the holding structure with you before any filing.
What we need from you
- Founders' passport copies and proof of residence
- Intended share split and board composition
2
Incorporate your PT PMA
7–10 business days
We draft the Articles of Association before a notary, register the entity with the Ministry of Law & Human Rights (Kemenkumham), and obtain the company's tax ID (NPWP). Under BKPM Reg. 5/2025, paid-up capital is IDR 2.5 billion (~USD 160K) — the cash actually deposited at incorporation. The IDR 10 billion+ figure many sources still cite is the total investment commitment per KBLI, realised over time via your LKPM reports.

Get an exact quote and timeline for KBLI 03118, scoped to your specific business plan.

Request a quote

§ 05

Licensing requirements in detail

Sub-activity scope

What's required to operate

NIB

Preparation only — additional permit needed below

Operating License (Izin)

Processing time

7Days

Statutory turnaround

Application requirements

Documents and capabilities you must demonstrate at registration

01Submit an application with the following attachments: Business plan, which includes: Investment plan Plan for procurement of fishing vessels, and Operational plan Statement letter regarding the Beneficial Owner, for legal entities Integrity pact from the individual or the responsible person of the legal entity Recent color passport photo of the individual or the responsible person of the legal entity Specimen signature of the individual or the responsible person of the legal entity, and Notarized statement confirming the accuracy of the data and information provided by the individual or the responsible person of the legal entity, and
02Pay Non-Tax State Revenue for the utilization of fishery natural resources in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws and regulations.

Ongoing obligations

Compliance and reporting duties throughout operation

01Realize fishing vessels within a maximum of 2 (two) years.
02Possess a Fishing License.
03Provide access to data collection officers to conduct data collection on fish catches and
04Submit business activity reports.

Issuing authority

The authority that issues the license depends on your situation.

Authority	Applies when
Minister/Head of Agency	Foreign Investment
Governor	1. Fishing vessels sized above 5 (five) GT up to 30 (thirty) GT (specifically for Aceh Province, the size of fishing vessels follows the regulations regarding Aceh governance) and 2. Fishing areas in WPPNRI up to 12 (twelve) nautical miles within the administrative region of the respective province.

§ 05

Auxiliary permits (PB UMKU)

Marine & Fisheries

1 permit

Fishing Business License
Surat Izin Usaha Perikanan
4 requirements1 obligationMinistry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries

Speak to Emerhub

Get your KBLI 03118 setup handled end-to-end.

Emerhub is a corporate-services provider in Indonesia. We handle PT PMA incorporation, licensing, tax registration and monthly compliance — so you focus on operating the business.

Get a quote for KBLI 03118

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Common questions about KBLI 03118

What is KBLI 03118?

KBLI 03118 (Fishing for Marine Ornamental Fish) is the 5-digit Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification code for marine ornamental fish capture. It sits within the Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries category in the official KBLI 2020 taxonomy maintained by Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS).

Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 03118?

Yes — KBLI 03118 is fully open to foreign investment. A PT PMA may operate with up to 100% foreign ownership, subject to BKPM Reg. 5/2025 capital requirements (IDR 2.5 billion paid-up + IDR 10 billion+ commitment per KBLI).

What is the risk level of KBLI 03118?

KBLI 03118's risk levels per business scale: Micro Medium-Low, Small High, Medium High, Large High. Foreign-owned entities (PT PMA) must register at the Large scale.

What licenses does KBLI 03118 require?

NIB + Operating Licence (Izin). KBLI 03118 is High risk at Large scale, so the Operating Licence requires substantive sector-regulator approval before the business can operate. Expect a multi-month review with technical submissions. One sector-specific PB UMKU permit also applies. See the requirements summary at the top of the page.

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 03118?

BKPM Reg. 5/2025 default applies: IDR 2.5 billion paid-up capital at incorporation + IDR 10 billion+ total investment commitment per KBLI registered, realized over time and reported quarterly via LKPM.

How long does it take to register a business under KBLI 03118?

PT PMA setup typically takes 4-8 weeks: AHU registration (1-2 weeks), NIB issuance via OSS (immediate to 1 week), bank account opening (2-4 weeks). The licensing cycle for KBLI 03118 specifically takes 7 days at the Large business scale.

Is KBLI 03118 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Not on the Tax Holiday or Tax Allowance priority lists. KBLI 03118 businesses pay the standard 22% PPh Badan; Super Tax Deduction (300% R&D / 200% vocational training) may still apply for qualifying expenses.

Which authority issues the KBLI 03118 license?

Authority depends on the investor profile. For PMA: Minister/Head of Agency. For domestic SME scale: typically Governor (for Provincial scope) or Regent/Mayor (Regency/City scope). Specific mapping is in §1 of this page.

What other permits beyond the NIB does KBLI 03118 need?

Beyond the NIB, KBLI 03118 carries 1 PB UMKU permits across 1 sector regulator: Marine & Fisheries (1). Most operations only need 2-4 of these — the relevant set depends on which specific activities you actually perform; Emerhub maps the right subset before filing.

What KBLI codes are similar to 03118?

KBLIs in the same subgroup 0311: 03111 (Fishing for Finned Fish at Sea); 03112 (Fishing for Crustaceans at Sea); 03113 (Mollusca Capture at Sea); 03114 (Class Name: Capture/Collection of Marine Aquatic Plants); 03115 (Capture/Collection of Fish Broodstock/Seed in the Sea). These are closely related activities — see the related-codes section below for full list.

What you’ll need to operate under KBLI 03118

Foreign investment rules

Fully open to foreign investment

How we handle your KBLI 03118 setup

Confirm the optimal structure for your business

Incorporate your PT PMA

Licensing requirements in detail

Application requirements

Ongoing obligations

Issuing authority

Auxiliary permits (PB UMKU)

Related codes in Fishing at sea.

Get your KBLI 03118 setup handled end-to-end.

Yes — open to PMA up to 100%.

What's specific to this sector

KBLI 03118 at a glance

What you’ll need to operate under KBLI 03118

Foreign investment rules

Fully open to foreign investment

How we handle your KBLI 03118 setup

Confirm the optimal structure for your business

Incorporate your PT PMA

Licensing requirements in detail

Application requirements

Ongoing obligations

Issuing authority

Auxiliary permits (PB UMKU)

Related codes in Fishing at sea.

Get your KBLI 03118 setup handled end-to-end.

We obtain your NIB

Secure your full Operating License (Izin)

Hand-off to ongoing compliance

What is KBLI 03118?

Who needs KBLI 03118?

Why does the code matter?

Under the upcoming KBLI 2025

Reorganised in KBLI 2025

Risk level by business scale

Micro

Small

Medium

Large

Common questions about KBLI 03118

What is KBLI 03118?

Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 03118?

What is the risk level of KBLI 03118?

What licenses does KBLI 03118 require?

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 03118?

How long does it take to register a business under KBLI 03118?

Is KBLI 03118 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Which authority issues the KBLI 03118 license?

What other permits beyond the NIB does KBLI 03118 need?

What KBLI codes are similar to 03118?