GENERAL REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE REGISTRATION
The primary functions of a general representative office registration include market research, promotion, coordination, and providing assistance to foreign companies in conducting economic activities.
General Representative Office Registration
Overview
A General Representative Office (GRO) in Indonesia allows foreign companies to establish a presence without engaging in direct business activities. Its main functions include market research, promotion, coordination, and supporting the parent company’s interests in Indonesia.
What This Is For
This service is for foreign companies that want to explore the Indonesian market or prepare for future operations, without generating revenue or signing contracts. It's ideal for:
Conducting market research
Finding local partners or suppliers
Supporting parent company operations
Coordinating non-commercial activities
Key Benefits and Precautions
GRO cannot generate income or conduct direct sales
Contracts must be signed by the parent company (not the GRO)
Cannot issue invoices or receive payments
Can open a local bank account for internal expenses (salaries, rent, operations)
Chief Representative can apply for a work visa (KITAS)
Chief Representative cannot hold other management roles in Indonesian companies
Recommended for listed companies or state-owned enterprises restricted from opening branches
Suitable for companies planning to localize sales through agents
Processing Time
Estimated duration: 11 working days
Required Documents
Parent Company Documents (All must be sworn translated into English or Indonesian and Hague Apostilled):
Articles of Association (AOA)
Business License (BL)
Letter of Appointment (LOA) for the Chief Representative
Letter of Intent (LOI) to establish the GRO
Letter of Statement (LOS) from the Chief Representative
Scanned passport of the parent company’s chairman or legal representative
Recommendation Letter (LOR) from the Indonesian Embassy
Chief Representative & Office Documents
For Indonesian Chief Representative:
ID card (KTP), personal tax number (NPWP), phone number, email
For Non-Indonesian Chief Representative:
Passport, KITAS (if any), phone number, email
Office lease agreement (address in Indonesia)
Office phone number and email address
General Representative Office Registration
Overview
A General Representative Office (GRO) in Indonesia allows foreign companies to establish a presence without engaging in direct business activities. Its main functions include market research, promotion, coordination, and supporting the parent company’s interests in Indonesia.
What This Is For
This service is for foreign companies that want to explore the Indonesian market or prepare for future operations, without generating revenue or signing contracts. It's ideal for:
Conducting market research
Finding local partners or suppliers
Supporting parent company operations
Coordinating non-commercial activities
Key Benefits and Precautions
GRO cannot generate income or conduct direct sales
Contracts must be signed by the parent company (not the GRO)
Cannot issue invoices or receive payments
Can open a local bank account for internal expenses (salaries, rent, operations)
Chief Representative can apply for a work visa (KITAS)
Chief Representative cannot hold other management roles in Indonesian companies
Recommended for listed companies or state-owned enterprises restricted from opening branches
Suitable for companies planning to localize sales through agents
Processing Time
Estimated duration: 11 working days
Required Documents
Parent Company Documents (All must be sworn translated into English or Indonesian and Hague Apostilled):
Articles of Association (AOA)
Business License (BL)
Letter of Appointment (LOA) for the Chief Representative
Letter of Intent (LOI) to establish the GRO
Letter of Statement (LOS) from the Chief Representative
Scanned passport of the parent company’s chairman or legal representative
Recommendation Letter (LOR) from the Indonesian Embassy
Chief Representative & Office Documents
For Indonesian Chief Representative:
ID card (KTP), personal tax number (NPWP), phone number, email
For Non-Indonesian Chief Representative:
Passport, KITAS (if any), phone number, email
Office lease agreement (address in Indonesia)
Office phone number and email address
General Representative Office Registration
Overview
A General Representative Office (GRO) in Indonesia allows foreign companies to establish a presence without engaging in direct business activities. Its main functions include market research, promotion, coordination, and supporting the parent company’s interests in Indonesia.
What This Is For
This service is for foreign companies that want to explore the Indonesian market or prepare for future operations, without generating revenue or signing contracts. It's ideal for:
Conducting market research
Finding local partners or suppliers
Supporting parent company operations
Coordinating non-commercial activities
Key Benefits and Precautions
GRO cannot generate income or conduct direct sales
Contracts must be signed by the parent company (not the GRO)
Cannot issue invoices or receive payments
Can open a local bank account for internal expenses (salaries, rent, operations)
Chief Representative can apply for a work visa (KITAS)
Chief Representative cannot hold other management roles in Indonesian companies
Recommended for listed companies or state-owned enterprises restricted from opening branches
Suitable for companies planning to localize sales through agents
Processing Time
Estimated duration: 11 working days
Required Documents
Parent Company Documents (All must be sworn translated into English or Indonesian and Hague Apostilled):
Articles of Association (AOA)
Business License (BL)
Letter of Appointment (LOA) for the Chief Representative
Letter of Intent (LOI) to establish the GRO
Letter of Statement (LOS) from the Chief Representative
Scanned passport of the parent company’s chairman or legal representative
Recommendation Letter (LOR) from the Indonesian Embassy
Chief Representative & Office Documents
For Indonesian Chief Representative:
ID card (KTP), personal tax number (NPWP), phone number, email
For Non-Indonesian Chief Representative:
Passport, KITAS (if any), phone number, email
Office lease agreement (address in Indonesia)
Office phone number and email address
