Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) – Explore Business Opportunities in Indonesia
Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) visa is designed for foreign nationals who plan to explore investment opportunities in Indonesia. This visa facilitates tasks such as field surveys, feasibility studies, meetings with potential partners, site inspections, or preparing for a future business launch.
Holders of the Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) can later convert their visa to an Investor KITAS once they have legally established a company (PT PMA) in Indonesia. This conversion allows you to stay in Indonesia for a longer period typically 1 or 2 years and to actively manage and operate your investment.
The process can be done without leaving the country, as long as:
- The PT PMA company has been approved and registered with BKPM (Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board),
- The applicant’s name appears as a shareholder or director in the company’s documents, and
- The conversion request is submitted before the Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) expires.
💡 Tip: Starting with a Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) is a smart choice if you are still exploring opportunities or preparing to set up your business. Once your company is ready, Bali Visa Advisor can assist you in converting your Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) into an Investor KITAS smoothly and efficiently.
What You Can Do with Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12)
- Conducting activities related to start a business, including but not limited to field surveys and/or feasibility studies.
- Conducting activities related to tourism, and visiting friends or family.
Activities Not Allowed with Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12)
- Staying in Indonesia over the period of your stay permit, engaging in prohibited activities, not complying with visa conditions, and/or not complying with Indonesian laws may result in you paying fines, being deported, and/or other legal charges.
- Selling goods or services.
- Receiving rewards, wages, or any similar from individuals or corporations in Indonesia.
WHAT IS THE REQUIREMENTS FOR Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12)
- Passport valid for at least 18 (eighteen) months.
- Personal bank statement with minimum amount USD $5000 or equivalent the last 3 months period (including name, date of period, and balance account).
- Information/invitations/correspondence from government agency or private institution explaining the relationship with applicants.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Travel Itinerary.
- A recent color photograph.
- Address in Bali.
How Much Does a Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) Cost?
REGULAR
IDR7.000.000/USD 451
IDR/
- Agent Fee
- Visa for 1 year
- Government Fee
- Stay Permit for 180 days first
- Processing Time 7-9 working days
EXPRESS
IDR8.500.000/USD 548
IDR/
- Agent Fee
- Visa for 1 year
- Government Fee
- Stay Permit for 180 days first
- Processing Time 5 working days
- Length of process depend on the Immigration System.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Up to 180 days per entry. After that, you may exit and re-enter if your visa is still valid.
No. The Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) is for exploratory / preparatory investment activities, not for paid employment or business operations.
Yes, in many cases you can apply for an extension for an additional 180 days, depending on specific visa validity and local Immigration rules.
Yes. Typically, an invitation or sponsorship from a company or institution in Indonesia or from a government agency is required.
It’s best to apply at least 2-3 weeks before your intended first entry date to allow time for documentation and processing.
Overstaying can result in fines, legal penalties, or deportation. Always make sure to leave or exit before the 180 days are up.
Yes, the Multiple Entry Pre Investment Visa (D12) can be converted into a investor visa while in Indonesia.
