85210Government Senior High School/Aliyah Education
Pendidikan Menengah Atas/Aliyah Pemerintah
Last updated · Sourced from OSS Indonesia
This group includes general upper secondary education that lasts for three years and is managed by the government, including religious schools and equivalent special education, such as State General High Schools, State Madrasah Aliyah, and State Special High Schools.
KBLI 85210 at a glance
- KBLI code
- 85210
- Taxonomy version
- KBLI 2020
- Activity (English)
- Government Senior High School/Aliyah Education
- Activity (Indonesian)
- Pendidikan Menengah Atas/Aliyah Pemerintah
- Category
- Education
- Risk level (Large scale, PMA)
- None recorded
- Foreign ownership status
- No Large-scale matrix — PMA cannot register
- Minimum capital (PT PMA)
- IDR 2.5 billion paid-up + IDR 10 billion+ commitment per KBLI (BKPM Reg. 5/2025)
- Primary licensing instrument
- None recorded
- Issuing authority (PMA)
- OSS RBA
- Tax incentive eligibility
- None recorded
- Last verified
- April 24, 2026
Key facts for KBLI 85210
The essentials a foreign investor needs to know before reading the rest of this page.
Reserved for small Indonesian operators — no foreign ownership KBLI 85210 is set up for warungs, smallholders, individual practitioners and similar small businesses; the licensing rules don't cover larger operations. Foreign-owned companies have to register at the Large business size, so this code isn't available to them. Pick a related KBLI that covers larger operations, or partner with an Indonesian operator who already holds the licence.
- Direct PMA path
- Not availableSee below for alternatives
- Recommended structure
- Alternative KBLIMove to a related open code
- Next step
- Book a callTailored structure for your plan
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.
Reserved for small Indonesian operators
KBLI 85210 is set up for warungs, smallholders, individual practitioners and similar small businesses — Indonesia's licensing rules only define micro and small business sizes for it. Foreign-owned companies have to register at the Large business size, so even though this code isn't on the official "closed" list, foreign ownership isn't possible in practice. Pick a related KBLI that covers larger operations, or set up a partnership with an Indonesian operator who already holds the licence.
What it costs to set up a PT PMA under KBLI 85210
Realistic year-1 cost stack for a foreign-investor PT PMA operating under this KBLI. Numbers reflect Emerhub's actual engagement scope; sector-specific overrides applied where present.
Approximate USD equivalents at IDR 16,000/USD (Budget 2025 reference rate).
Engagement scoped to your specific business plan — exact numbers depend on operating jurisdiction, foreign-worker count, and bank choice for capital deposit.
Get an exact quote for KBLI 85210What this means for foreign investors
An honest read of the situation, plus the structures that work in practice. We've handled all of these — book a call to walk through your specific plan.
Move to a different value-chain step
The cleanest path: operate a related but open KBLI. For example, foreign investors blocked from primary commodity production frequently succeed with the processing, distribution, branding, or export-trade codes upstream or downstream of the restricted activity.
Special Economic Zone (KEK) or Free Trade Zone (Batam)
Several restricted codes have higher or full PMA caps inside designated KEK zones (Sanur Health, Lido, Mandalika) or the Batam Free Trade Zone — manufacturing, logistics, and IT services especially. The IUK regime under BP Batam relaxes ownership rules selectively in exchange for export orientation. We assess whether your operation can benefit. See the BP Batam IUK guide for the requirements.
Indonesian-owned operating company + commercial agreement
A 100% Indonesian-owned operating entity can hold the restricted licence while you contract with it commercially. We structure these arrangements deliberately — without nominee shareholding, which is unenforceable and increasingly scrutinised.
These KBLIs solve a related business problem and are open to foreign ownership. None are a perfect substitute for the activity above — but they often unlock 80% of the commercial outcome. Talk to us about which fits your plan.
What is KBLI 85210?
A plain-English explanation of this classification and the businesses it covers.
KBLI 85210 (Pendidikan Menengah Atas/Aliyah Pemerintah) is the 5-digit Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification code for government senior high school/aliyah education. It sits within Education under the subgroup Government Senior High School / Aliyah Education (major group 85) in the official KBLI 2020 taxonomy maintained by Statistics Indonesia (BPS).
Who needs KBLI 85210?
Any Indonesian or foreign-owned entity that intends to operate in government senior high school/aliyah education as a primary or secondary business activity must select this code on its NIB (Business Identification Number). The selected code determines the licensing instruments required, the issuing authority, and the ongoing compliance obligations.
Why does the code matter?
Indonesia's OSS Risk-Based Approach uses the KBLI code to determine three things: (1) whether foreign investment is permitted and at what cap, (2) the risk-based licensing instruments required, and (3) the authority that issues each instrument. Choosing the wrong code can delay or invalidate your license.
Education-specific guidance
Sector context that applies to KBLI 85210 beyond the generic OSS process. Verify with the relevant ministry before committing capital.
- ·Formal education (K–12, higher education) is heavily regulated; foreign equity is capped at 49% for schools and varies for higher education.
- ·Non-formal education (training centers, language schools) is open to PMA up to 100%.
- ·All education providers need Kemendikbudristek operational permits beyond the OSS NIB.
Under the upcoming KBLI 2025
Indonesia's BPS published the new KBLI 2025 taxonomy in early 2025. OSS, BKPM and the operating ministries have not yet adopted it — KBLI 2020 remains the active standard for business registration. This is what's coming for this specific code.
Reorganised in KBLI 2025
KBLI 85210 does not carry the same number forward into KBLI 2025 — the activity has been reclassified, but the precise mapping isn't recorded in our database yet.
- ·For current operations, KBLI 85210 remains valid — OSS still uses KBLI 2020 for all business registrations.
- ·The KBLI 2025 successor codes are listed in the official BPS transition document below; check for the activity-specific mapping when planning future structures.
- ·Once OSS announces the KBLI 2025 cutover, existing entities will need to update their primary KBLI to the relevant successor — typically straightforward.
When OSS adopts KBLI 2025, we'll migrate your existing entity to the appropriate successor code as part of ongoing compliance — no action needed on your end now.
Talk to a specialistCommon questions about KBLI 85210
What is KBLI 85210?
KBLI 85210 (Pendidikan Menengah Atas/Aliyah Pemerintah) is the 5-digit Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification code for government senior high school/aliyah education. It sits within the Education category in the official KBLI 2020 taxonomy maintained by Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS).
Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 85210?
Yes — KBLI 85210 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 85210?
KBLI 85210 has no Large-scale licensing matrix in OSS — it's structured for Mikro and Kecil business scales only. PT PMA cannot register under this code as a result.
What licenses does KBLI 85210 require?
OSS hasn't published the regulatory profile for KBLI 85210 yet — the standard NIB applies, plus sector-specific licenses based on the activity. Confirm with the relevant ministry before incorporating.
What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 85210?
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 85210?
PT PMA setup typically takes 4-8 weeks end-to-end: AHU registration, NIB via OSS, bank account opening. KBLI-specific licensing depends on the permit instrument required.
Is KBLI 85210 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?
Not on the Tax Holiday or Tax Allowance priority lists. KBLI 85210 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 85210 license?
Authority depends on the investor profile. For PMA: Minister/Head of Agency (BKPM/OSS). 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 85210 need?
Beyond the NIB, no specific auxiliary permits (PB UMKU) are recorded for KBLI 85210. Sector-specific obligations may still apply — verify with the relevant ministry.
What KBLI codes are similar to 85210?
KBLI 85210 is the only entry in its subgroup 8521. Browse the parent group 852 for related activities.
