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Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa C12

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C12 Pre-Investment Visa - Who is it for and what are the benefits

Indonesia welcomes foreign investors with the Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa, designed for individuals who wish to explore business opportunities before making a financial commitment. This visa allows for an initial stay of 180 days (6 months), providing ample time to conduct market research, network with potential partners, and assess the investment landscape.

Key Features:

Steps to Get Your Pre-Investment Visa Indonesia

Steps to Get Your Pre-Investment Visa Indonesia​
  1. Prepare and provide all the requirements. Lets Move Indonesia can help to navigate the right documents you need to provide to avoid the complexity. 
  2. Submit all the documents to the Indonesian Immigration website
  3. The approval will be sent to you via e-mail
  4. The Pre-Investment Visa will be sent to your email and can be used to enter Indonesia.

Common Questions About Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa

Is business allowed with this visa?

No, the Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa is specifically designed for pre-investment activities such as:

It is not intended for active business operations like selling goods or services, receiving payments, or setting up a company. If you intend to conduct business, you would need a different visa, such as a Business Visa.  

What activities can I do with a Single Entry Pre-Investment visa in Indonesia?

Aside from the pre-investment activities mentioned above, you can also:

Can I exit Indonesia and re-enter using the same visa?

No, the Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa allows only one entry into Indonesia. Once you leave the country, the visa is no longer valid, even if it hasn’t reached its 180-day expiry date. If you need to exit and re-enter, you would need to apply for a new visa. 

Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa Indonesia

Requirements to obtain the Single Entry Pre-Investment Visa

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