Multiple-Entry Pre-Investment Business Visa (D12)
A multiple-entry visa for investors preparing to enter the Indonesian market, site visits, due diligence and partner meetings.
Overview
About the Multiple-Entry Pre-Investment Business Visa
The D12 is the pre-investment counterpart to the D2: it supports investors carrying out the groundwork before formally establishing a company.
Issued for one or two years, it allows multiple visits of up to 180 days each while you assess and prepare your investment. Each stay can be extended in Indonesia, but the D12 itself cannot be renewed.
Who it's for
Investors scouting locations and partners
Founders preparing a PT PMA
Funds conducting due diligence
Quick facts
Key details at a glance
Visa type
Multiple-entry visa
Stay per visit
Up to 180 days, extendable
Work rights
Pre-investment activities only
Validity
1 or 2 years, not renewable
Entries
Multiple entry
Best for
Investors preparing to enter
Requirements
What you'll typically need
Sponsor / guarantor
An Indonesian sponsoring entity or advisor
Pre-investment purpose
Evidence of investment preparation activities
Valid passport
At least 18 months' validity
Financial proof
Bank statements showing sufficient funds
How ILA helps
Handled end to end
Assess & confirm
We review your situation and confirm the right visa, your eligibility and the current requirements.
Prepare documents
We compile and check every document and arrange sponsorship where it is needed.
Submit & process
We lodge the application and manage the process with immigration on your behalf.
Arrive & comply
We guide you through arrival, biometrics and any reporting so your stay stays compliant.
Rules and fees change. Indonesian immigration categories, eligibility and government fees are updated regularly. ILA confirms the current requirements for your situation before you commit. Talk to our team.
Related visas
Other options you might consider
D2
Multiple-Entry Business
Frequent business trips, no local employment.
Investor KITAS
Live in Indonesia and run your own PT PMA.
Pre-Investment (Single)
One preparatory investment visit.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the D12 visa while preparing to set up a PT PMA?
Yes. The D12 supports groundwork before a company is formally established, such as site visits, due diligence and partner meetings, and founders preparing a PT PMA are one of the groups it is designed for. Work rights are limited to pre-investment activities. Once you plan to live in Indonesia and run your own PT PMA, the E28A Investor KITAS is the relevant permit.
How many times can I enter Indonesia on a D12 visa?
The D12 is a multiple-entry visa issued for one or two years. During that period you can make multiple visits of up to 180 days each while you assess and prepare your investment. ILA confirms which validity period and current requirements fit your plans before you apply.
What is the difference between the D2 and D12 visas?
The D12 is the pre-investment counterpart to the D2. The D2 is for frequent business trips without local employment, such as meetings and negotiations. The D12 is for investors carrying out groundwork before formally establishing a company, and its work rights are limited to pre-investment activities.
Who can sponsor a D12 visa if I do not have an Indonesian company yet?
The sponsor or guarantor can be an Indonesian sponsoring entity or an advisor, so you do not need your own company in place. You will also need evidence of investment preparation activities, a passport with at least 18 months' validity and bank statements showing sufficient funds. ILA arranges sponsorship where needed.
Preparing an investment in Indonesia?
We’ll secure the right pre-investment visa and guide the company setup that follows.
