Indonesia introduced the 2025 Standard Classification of Indonesian Business Fields (Klasifikasi Baku Lapangan Usaha Indonesia or KBLI 2025) to replace the previous KBLI 2020 framework. The update affects how business activities are classified and recorded in Indonesia’s business licensing system.
For companies, including foreign-owned companies (PT PMA), understanding the types of KBLI conversion is important to ensure that their registered business activities remain accurate and compliant.
Not every company needs to amend its KBLI codes manually. Depending on the relationship between the old and new classifications, the conversion may be automatic through the Online Single Submission Risk-Based Approach (OSS-RBA) system or require the company to select the appropriate new code.
What Is KBLI 2025?
KBLI stands for Klasifikasi Baku Lapangan Usaha Indonesia, or the Standard Classification of Indonesian Business Fields. It is Indonesia’s official system for classifying economic activities, including the production of goods and provision of services.
KBLI 2025 was introduced through BPS Regulation No. 7 of 2025, promulgated on 18 December 2025. It replaces BPS Regulation No. 2 of 2020 on KBLI 2020.
The updated classification reflects changes in the economy, including digitalisation, financial technology and new business models. It also aims to align Indonesia’s business classification with international statistical standards.
Key structural changes include:
- An increase from 21 to 22 main categories, labelled A to V.
- A revised classification structure covering principal groups, groups, subgroups and business groups.
- Updated five-digit business classifications, including activities that previously lacked a specific classification.
Newer activities include certain crypto-asset validation and mining activities, digital financial asset tokenisation and platform-based business models.
For businesses, these changes matter because KBLI codes are used in corporate registration and business licensing. The selected code can affect the regulatory treatment, risk classification and licensing requirements of an activity.
What Are the Five Types of KBLI Conversion in KBLI 2025?
The transition from KBLI 2020 to KBLI 2025 involves five types of conversion. Each describes how an existing business classification corresponds to the updated system.
The direction of conversion is always from an existing KBLI 2020 code to its corresponding KBLI 2025 code.
| Conversion type | Structure | Explanation |
| Remains unchanged (Tetap) | 1:1 | The existing code remains in KBLI 2025, although its title or description may be adjusted. |
| Changes (Berubah) | 1:1 | One old code is replaced by one new code, potentially with a revised title or scope. |
| Split (Dipecah) | 1 | One KBLI 2020 code is divided into several more specific KBLI 2025 codes. |
| Merged (Digabung) | N:1 | Several existing codes are combined into one new classification. |
| Reorganised (Ditata Ulang) | N | Several old codes are reorganised into several new codes, with changes to their classification structure. |
Understanding these conversion types helps companies determine whether their existing business activities require further review.
1. Unchanged Conversion (Tetap): 1:1
Under this category, the existing KBLI 2020 code remains the same in KBLI 2025.
There may be minor changes to the wording of the title or business description, but the underlying activity remains unchanged.
Companies generally do not need to take additional action where the conversion does not affect the substance of their registered business activities.
2. Changed Conversion (Berubah): 1:1
In this conversion, one existing KBLI 2020 code is replaced by one new KBLI 2025 code.
Although the relationship remains one-to-one, the code, title or scope of the activity may change. Companies should review the updated description to confirm that it still reflects their actual business operations.
3. Split Conversion (Dipecah): 1
A split conversion occurs when one KBLI 2020 code is divided into several KBLI 2025 codes.
This allows activities that were previously grouped together to be classified more specifically.
Unlike straightforward one-to-one conversions, companies may need to select the new code that best represents their actual operations. Selecting an unsuitable code may create inconsistencies between the company’s registered activities and its business licensing records.
4. Merged Conversion (Digabung): N:1
Under this category, several KBLI 2020 codes are consolidated into one KBLI 2025 code.
This generally happens when the activities covered by the previous classifications are considered sufficiently similar to be grouped under a single classification.
The conversion can generally be handled automatically through OSS, subject to the applicable system mapping.
5. Reorganised Conversion (Ditata Ulang): N
A reorganisation occurs when several existing KBLI codes are rearranged into several new classifications.
This may involve changes to the structure and scope of the previous business groups. Companies should review the new classifications carefully to establish which codes correspond to their registered activities.
How Does KBLI Conversion Work in the OSS System?
The government uses a correspondence table prepared by Statistics Indonesia (BPS) to map KBLI 2020 codes to KBLI 2025.
Through OSS, the conversion is generally handled according to the relationship between the old and new classifications.
There are three broad conversion mechanisms:
| OSS conversion mechanism | How it works | Company action |
| One-to-one | One old code corresponds to one new code. | Generally automatic where the business activity remains unchanged. |
| Many-to-one | Several old codes are consolidated into one new code. | Generally automatic through OSS. |
| One-to-many | One old code corresponds to several new codes. | The company may need to select the code that accurately reflects its activities. |
The most important distinction is the one-to-many conversion. Where an existing activity is divided into several more specific classifications, companies should check which new code accurately describes their actual operations.
The selected code should be consistent with the company’s business activities and supporting corporate documents.
Companies can use the official OSS KBLI conversion tool to review the mapping of their existing classifications.
Does KBLI 2025 Require an Amendment to the Articles of Association?
No. A KBLI conversion does not automatically require an amendment to a company’s Articles of Association or a new notarial deed.
Where the change is only a numerical code adjustment and the substance of the business activity remains the same, an amendment to the Articles of Association is generally unnecessary.
However, a formal corporate amendment may be required if the company intends to:
- Introduce a new business activity.
- Expand its business scope beyond its existing corporate purposes and objectives.
- Select a new classification that represents a materially different activity.
In such cases, the company may need to obtain shareholder approval through a General Meeting of Shareholders (RUPS), amend its Articles of Association through a notary and update the relevant information with the Directorate General of General Legal Administration (AHU) before adjusting its OSS records.
Are Existing Business Licences Still Valid Under KBLI 2025?
Yes. Business licences issued before the implementation of KBLI 2025 remain valid under the applicable transitional provisions of Government Regulation No. 28 of 2025.
Companies are therefore not required to reapply for licences solely because the new classification has been introduced.
However, where a company changes its business activities or adds a new activity, it should review whether additional licences, Standard Certificates or other approvals are required under the OSS-RBA framework.
For PT PMA companies, the review should also consider applicable foreign investment restrictions and sector-specific requirements.
What Should Companies Do After KBLI Conversion?
Companies should review their updated KBLI information to ensure that it accurately represents their registered business activities.
The following steps can help reduce administrative and licensing issues:
- Check existing KBLI codes: Identify the classifications currently registered in the company’s NIB and OSS records.
- Review the conversion results: Use the official correspondence table to identify the applicable KBLI 2025 codes.
- Confirm business activities: Pay particular attention to split and reorganised conversions.
- Review corporate documents: Establish whether the new classification is covered by the company’s existing Articles of Association.
- Check licensing requirements: Assess whether the updated activity has different OSS-RBA risk or licensing obligations.
- Update records where necessary: Complete any required corporate and business licensing amendments.
This review is particularly important for foreign investors and PT PMA companies operating across multiple business sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions About KBLI 2025 Conversion
1. Do all companies in Indonesia need to manually convert their KBLI codes?
No. Many conversions are handled automatically through OSS, particularly where one existing code corresponds to one new code or several old codes are merged into one. Companies may need to take action where an old code is split into several new classifications or where their business activities change.
2. Which KBLI conversion requires the most attention from businesses?
One-to-many and reorganised conversions generally require closer review because the classification structure or scope may change. Companies should confirm that the new code accurately reflects their actual activities before proceeding with any update.
3. Does KBLI 2025 require PT PMA companies to change their Articles of Association?
Not automatically. If the conversion only changes the numerical code without changing the company’s business scope, a corporate amendment is generally unnecessary. However, adding or changing business activities may require shareholder approval, a notarial amendment and updates to AHU and OSS records.
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