KBLI 49212: Cross-Border Bus Transport

KBLI 49212: Cross-Border Bus Transport · Open to PMA

§ 01

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 49212 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 49212 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 49212 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 49212, scoped to your specific business plan.

Request a quote

§ 05

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).

What's required to operate

NIB

Preparation only — additional permit needed below

Standard Certificate (Verified)

Important: NIB is issued for the preparation stage. To begin commercial operations, the operator must obtain a Sertifikat Standar that has been verified by the competent ministry. The verification step typically requires a site or document inspection. Operating with NIB alone is not legally compliant.

Processing time

5Days

Statutory turnaround

Application requirements

Documents and capabilities you must demonstrate at registration

01Have at least 5 (five) vehicles evidenced by a copy of the vehicle registration certificate (STNK), vehicle identification certificate (SRUT) for new vehicles, proof of passing periodic tests, photos of the vehicles, and installation of a Global Positioning System (GPS) on the vehicles.
02Photos and layout of the vehicle storage area (pool)
03Own and/or collaborate with other parties capable of providing motor vehicle maintenance facilities.
04Compliance with the vehicle needs planning (quota) established.
05Prepare a business plan for a Public Transportation Company.

Ongoing obligations

Compliance and reporting duties throughout operation

01Comply with the provisions of the Minimum Service Standards.
02Implementing a Safety Management System
03Have a labor insurance card for vehicle crew.
04Conduct business activities in transportation no later than 6 (six) months from the date the business license is issued.
05Registered in the road public transportation association.
06Develop an integrated public transportation company information system.
07Issuing proof of payment to service users stored in electronic data format.
08Report business activities annually to the licensing authority for transportation services.
09Operating a vehicle equipped with valid travel documents consisting of a monitoring card, vehicle registration certificate, and proof of passing periodic tests.
10Transporting passengers according to the established capacity.
11Comply with the travel schedule and stopover terminals as stated in the supervision card.
12Equipping vehicles with driver performance monitoring tools and GPS.
13Serve routes in accordance with the business license granted.
14Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations.
15Renew the monitoring card annually.
16Report the operational realization of transportation annually.
17Comply with tariff regulations.

Issuing authority

The authority that issues the license depends on your situation.

Authority	Applies when
Regent/Mayor	The scope of its operations is within one district/city.
Minister/Head of Agency	Foreign Investment

Speak to Emerhub

Get your KBLI 49212 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 49212

§ 01

Foreign investment rules

Status · open

Fully open to foreign investment

§ 02

How we handle your KBLI 49212 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 49212 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 49212, scoped to your specific business plan.

Request a quote

§ 05

Licensing requirements in detail

What's required to operate

NIB

Preparation only — additional permit needed below

Standard Certificate (Verified)

Processing time

5Days

Statutory turnaround

Application requirements

Documents and capabilities you must demonstrate at registration

01Have at least 5 (five) vehicles evidenced by a copy of the vehicle registration certificate (STNK), vehicle identification certificate (SRUT) for new vehicles, proof of passing periodic tests, photos of the vehicles, and installation of a Global Positioning System (GPS) on the vehicles.
02Photos and layout of the vehicle storage area (pool)
03Own and/or collaborate with other parties capable of providing motor vehicle maintenance facilities.
04Compliance with the vehicle needs planning (quota) established.
05Prepare a business plan for a Public Transportation Company.

Ongoing obligations

Compliance and reporting duties throughout operation

01Comply with the provisions of the Minimum Service Standards.
02Implementing a Safety Management System
03Have a labor insurance card for vehicle crew.
04Conduct business activities in transportation no later than 6 (six) months from the date the business license is issued.
05Registered in the road public transportation association.
06Develop an integrated public transportation company information system.
07Issuing proof of payment to service users stored in electronic data format.
08Report business activities annually to the licensing authority for transportation services.
09Operating a vehicle equipped with valid travel documents consisting of a monitoring card, vehicle registration certificate, and proof of passing periodic tests.
10Transporting passengers according to the established capacity.
11Comply with the travel schedule and stopover terminals as stated in the supervision card.
12Equipping vehicles with driver performance monitoring tools and GPS.
13Serve routes in accordance with the business license granted.
14Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations.
15Renew the monitoring card annually.
16Report the operational realization of transportation annually.
17Comply with tariff regulations.

Issuing authority

The authority that issues the license depends on your situation.

Authority	Applies when
Regent/Mayor	The scope of its operations is within one district/city.
Minister/Head of Agency	Foreign Investment

Speak to Emerhub

Get your KBLI 49212 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 49212

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Common questions about KBLI 49212

What is KBLI 49212?

KBLI 49212 (Angkutan Bus Perbatasan) is the 5-digit Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification code for cross-border bus transport. It sits within the Transportation and Warehousing category in the official KBLI 2020 taxonomy maintained by Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS).

Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 49212?

Yes — KBLI 49212 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 49212?

KBLI 49212's risk levels per business scale: Micro Medium-High, Small Medium-High, Medium Medium-High, Large Medium-High. Foreign-owned entities (PT PMA) must register at the Large scale.

What licenses does KBLI 49212 require?

NIB + verified Standard Certificate (Sertifikat Standar Terverifikasi). KBLI 49212 is Medium-High risk at Large scale, so NIB is issued first, but the Standard Certificate becomes effective only after the issuing ministry verifies compliance (typically through a document review or site audit).

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 49212?

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 49212?

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 49212 specifically takes 5 days at the Large business scale.

Is KBLI 49212 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Not on the Tax Holiday or Tax Allowance priority lists. KBLI 49212 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 49212 license?

Authority depends on the investor profile. For PMA: Regent/Mayor. 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 49212 need?

Beyond the NIB, no specific auxiliary permits (PB UMKU) are recorded for KBLI 49212. Sector-specific obligations may still apply — verify with the relevant ministry.

What KBLI codes are similar to 49212?

KBLIs in the same subgroup 4921: 49211 (Interprovincial Intercity Bus Transport (AKAP)); 49213 (Intercity Bus Transportation within the Province (AKDP)); 49214 (City Bus Transport); 49215 (International Cross-Border Bus Transport); 49216 (Specialized Bus Transport). These are closely related activities — see the related-codes section below for full list.

What you’ll need to operate under KBLI 49212

Foreign investment rules

Fully open to foreign investment

How we handle your KBLI 49212 setup

Confirm the optimal structure for your business

Incorporate your PT PMA

Licensing requirements in detail

Application requirements

Ongoing obligations

Issuing authority

Related codes in Bus transport on designated routes

Get your KBLI 49212 setup handled end-to-end.

Yes — open to PMA up to 100%.

What's specific to this sector

KBLI 49212 at a glance

What you’ll need to operate under KBLI 49212

Foreign investment rules

Fully open to foreign investment

How we handle your KBLI 49212 setup

Confirm the optimal structure for your business

Incorporate your PT PMA

Licensing requirements in detail

Application requirements

Ongoing obligations

Issuing authority

Related codes in Bus transport on designated routes

Get your KBLI 49212 setup handled end-to-end.

We obtain your NIB

Secure your Standard Certificate (Verified)

Hand-off to ongoing compliance

What is KBLI 49212?

Who needs KBLI 49212?

Why does the code matter?

Under the upcoming KBLI 2025

Carried forward into KBLI 2025

Risk level by business scale

Micro

Small

Medium

Large

Common questions about KBLI 49212

What is KBLI 49212?

Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 49212?

What is the risk level of KBLI 49212?

What licenses does KBLI 49212 require?

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 49212?

How long does it take to register a business under KBLI 49212?

Is KBLI 49212 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Which authority issues the KBLI 49212 license?

What other permits beyond the NIB does KBLI 49212 need?

What KBLI codes are similar to 49212?