KBLI 85311 (Pendidikan Tinggi Akademik Pemerintah) is the 5-digit Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification code for state higher academic 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 85311?

Not in practice. KBLI 85311 is not on Pres. Reg. 10/2021's closed list, but OSS RBA only defines licensing rules at the Micro and Small business scales for this activity — there is no Large-scale matrix. Foreign-owned PT PMA must register at the Large scale, so this code isn't structurally available to foreign investors. PT lokal (100% Indonesian-owned) at the Micro / Small scale can operate freely.

What is the risk level of KBLI 85311?

KBLI 85311 has no Large-scale licensing matrix in OSS — it's structured for Micro and Small business scales only. PT PMA cannot register under this code as a result.

What licenses does KBLI 85311 require?

Not applicable to PT PMA — KBLI 85311 is not viable for foreign-owned entities (closed, SME-reserved, domestic-only, or no Large-scale licensing matrix in OSS RBA, depending on the case). Foreign investors should pick a related KBLI that is open at the Large scale.

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 85311?

Not applicable to PT PMA — KBLI 85311 is not viable for foreign-owned entities, so neither BKPM Reg. 5/2025's paid-up minimum nor any sector-specific capital floor enters the picture. The structural barrier comes first.

How long does it take to register a business under KBLI 85311?

Not applicable to PT PMA — KBLI 85311 is not viable for foreign-owned entities, so the 4-8 week PT PMA setup timeline doesn't apply. Move to a sibling code with a Large-scale matrix or a different structure.

Is KBLI 85311 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Not on the Tax Holiday or Tax Allowance priority lists. KBLI 85311 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 85311 license?

Not applicable to PT PMA — KBLI 85311 is not viable for foreign-owned entities, so OSS doesn't designate a PMA issuing authority. Smaller-scale registrations (Micro / Small) for Indonesian operators are typically issued at the Regency / City level.

What other permits beyond the NIB does KBLI 85311 need?

Beyond the NIB, no specific auxiliary permits (PB UMKU) are recorded for KBLI 85311. Sector-specific obligations may still apply — verify with the relevant ministry.

What KBLI codes are similar to 85311?

KBLIs in the same subgroup 8531: 85312 (State Higher Vocational and Professional Education). These are closely related activities — see the related-codes section below for full list.

KBLI 2020 · 5-digit class

85311State Higher Academic Education

Pendidikan Tinggi Akademik Pemerintah

Last updated April 24, 2026 · Sourced from OSS Indonesia

This group includes education that emphasizes the development of academic skills at colleges/institutes/universities, to engage in research in a field of science and technology managed by the government, covering types of academic education such as bachelor's programs, master's programs, and doctoral programs.

KBLI 85311 at a glance

Citation-ready summary

KBLI code: 85311
Taxonomy version: KBLI 2020
Activity (English): State Higher Academic Education
Activity (Indonesian): Pendidikan Tinggi Akademik Pemerintah
Category: Education
Risk level (Large scale, PMA): None recorded
Foreign ownership status

§ 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 · No foreign ownership

Reserved for small Indonesian operators

KBLI 85311 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.

This activity is reserved for small Indonesian operators — think warungs, food stalls, smallholders, individual practitioners. KBLI 85311 only has licensing rules defined for micro and small business sizes. Foreign-owned companies have to register at the Large business size, so this code isn't available to them even though it's not on the "closed" list. Pick a related KBLI that covers larger operations, or ask us about partnering with an Indonesian operator who already holds the licence.

§ 02

Education-specific guidance

Sector context that applies to KBLI 85311 beyond the generic OSS process. Verify with the relevant ministry before committing capital.

Lead regulator

Ministry of Education, Culture, Research & Technology (Kemendikbudristek)

·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.

§ 02

What 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.

Pathways that work

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 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.

PMA-viable codes in adjacent industries

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.

Restricted KBLIs need a tailored structure. Book a call and we'll map the right entity, partner, and licensing path for your specific business.

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85311State Higher Academic Education

KBLI 85311 at a glance

Foreign investment rules

Reserved for small Indonesian operators

Education-specific guidance

What this means for foreign investors

Move to a different value-chain step

Special Economic Zone (KEK) or Free Trade Zone (Batam)

Indonesian-owned operating company + commercial agreement

KBLI 85311 needs a tailored structure. Let's design it.

Foreign investment rules

Reserved for small Indonesian operators

Education-specific guidance

What this means for foreign investors

Move to a different value-chain step

Special Economic Zone (KEK) or Free Trade Zone (Batam)

Indonesian-owned operating company + commercial agreement

KBLI 85311 needs a tailored structure. Let's design it.

What is KBLI 85311?

Who needs KBLI 85311?

Why does the code matter?

Under the upcoming KBLI 2025

Carried forward into KBLI 2025

Common questions about KBLI 85311

What is KBLI 85311?

Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 85311?

What is the risk level of KBLI 85311?

What licenses does KBLI 85311 require?

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 85311?

How long does it take to register a business under KBLI 85311?

Is KBLI 85311 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Which authority issues the KBLI 85311 license?

What other permits beyond the NIB does KBLI 85311 need?

What KBLI codes are similar to 85311?

KBLI 85311 at a glance

Foreign investment rules

Reserved for small Indonesian operators

Education-specific guidance

What this means for foreign investors

Move to a different value-chain step

Special Economic Zone (KEK) or Free Trade Zone (Batam)

Indonesian-owned operating company + commercial agreement

Related codes in Government Higher Education

KBLI 85311 needs a tailored structure. Let's design it.

Foreign investment rules

Reserved for small Indonesian operators

Education-specific guidance

What this means for foreign investors

Move to a different value-chain step

Special Economic Zone (KEK) or Free Trade Zone (Batam)

Indonesian-owned operating company + commercial agreement

Related codes in Government Higher Education

KBLI 85311 needs a tailored structure. Let's design it.

What is KBLI 85311?

Who needs KBLI 85311?

Why does the code matter?

Under the upcoming KBLI 2025

Carried forward into KBLI 2025

Common questions about KBLI 85311

What is KBLI 85311?

Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 85311?

What is the risk level of KBLI 85311?

What licenses does KBLI 85311 require?

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 85311?

How long does it take to register a business under KBLI 85311?

Is KBLI 85311 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Which authority issues the KBLI 85311 license?

What other permits beyond the NIB does KBLI 85311 need?

What KBLI codes are similar to 85311?