Can a foreign national work in Indonesia with only an ITAS? For ordinary employment with an Indonesian company, an ITAS alone generally does not establish that all employment requirements have been met. The answer depends on the person’s immigration category, the proposed activities, and the employer’s obligations. ITAS is a [...]
Can a foreign national work in Indonesia with only an ITAS? For ordinary employment with an Indonesian company, an ITAS alone generally does not establish that all employment requirements have been met. The answer depends on the person’s immigration category, the proposed activities, and the employer’s obligations. ITAS is a [...]
Is IMTA still valid for employing foreign workers in Indonesia? For a new application under the current framework, employers generally follow the RPTKA approval process, subject to applicable exemptions. IMTA belongs to an earlier authorization system, although the term remains familiar in employment discussions and older administrative records. However, the [...]
The difference between ITAS and IMTA is often misunderstood by foreign workers and Indonesian employers. The two terms do not describe the same legal function. ITAS belongs to immigration administration, while IMTA was historically connected with a company’s authorization to employ a foreign worker. The terminology has also changed. Although [...]
ITAS and foreign worker authorization address different requirements when an overseas professional takes an assignment in Indonesia. One concerns the individual’s immigration status. The other concerns the employer’s use of foreign personnel. Although these matters are connected during an employment assignment, each requires its own assessment. Devisa Global Services discusses [...]
