Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Work Permits for TKA – Applying for work permits for foreign workers (TKA) who will work in Indonesia have requirements and procedures. Inaccuracy to understand the latest regulations from the Ministry of Manpower often leads to dire consequences, including rejections and processing delays. Therefore, it is crucial for employers/companies to understand the licensing process for foreign workers. This helps avoid common mistakes that can hinder processing.
Below is information on Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Work Permits for TKA.
List of mistakes to avoid when applying for a TKA work permit
1. Document Inaccuracy & Document Discrepancy
- Failure to complete mandatory documents such as education certificates, competency/experience certificates, passports that are less than the specified validity period, and photographs (pas photo) that do not comply with applicable regulations.
- The content of the letter and the address (di tujukan) do not comply with the regulations.
Learn more: Required documents for foreign workers working in Indonesia
2. Untranslated Documents (Document Non – Indonesian or English)
Foreign public documents must be translated by a sworn translator if the documents are in languages other than Indonesian and English.
3. Data Inconsistencies
Data inconsistencies. Usually, the TKA name, passport number, and place of birth different between the fields filled in and the documents uploaded to the system.
4. Employing a TKA Before a Work Permit is Issued
The TKA has been working before the IMTA/Pengesahan RPTKA is issued.
5. Employing TKA in Prohibited Positions
TKA are employed in prohibited positions, such as Personnel/HR, Recruitment & Development, Training & Counseling, Industrial Relations, Job Analysis & Safety, Interviewer etc. are prohibited positions.)
6. Double Positions – Rangkap Jabatan
TKA holds more than one position in the same company or in different companies. They do not hold two work permits.
7. Not Reporting the Use of TKA Every Year
Companies employing TKA are required to submit annual reports on the use of foreign workers to the Ministry of Manpower.
8. Not appointing Indonesian Companion Workers (TKI Pendamping)
The company does not appoint Indonesian companion workers to transfer knowledge, technology, and skills.
9. No Indonesian Language Training
No Indonesian language training programs are provided for TKA.
10. Failure to Pay the DKP-TKA/DPKK (Foreign Worker Employment Compensation Fund)
The employer fails to pay the Compensation Fund for the Use of Foreign Workers (DKP-TKA/DPKK) late.
11. Work Permit has Expired
Not renewing a work permit or having an expired work permit but still working can result in fines or deportation. This applies to expired work permits, as well as stay permits.
12. Wrong Visa Type
Using a visit visa or business visa to work. TKA are required to use a Limited Stay Visa (VITAS) in accordance with applicable regulations.
13. Mismatched role Position
TKA is working in a mismatched role position.
14. Work Location
The work location is not suitable and/or the location where the TKA works is not listed in the Feasibility Assessment Results (HPK).
Impacts from Mistakes in Applying for a TKA Work Permit
- Temporary suspension of the permit process.
- Significant administrative fines.
- Revocation of IMTA/Pengesahan RPTKA.
- Risk of the foreign worker (TKA) being deemed illegal and deported.
Conclusion
Applying for a work permit for foreign workers (TKA) in Indonesia has requirements and procedures. Mistakes often arise from a lack of understanding of the requirements and procedures. If you are experiencing difficulties and not understanding about the process of applying for a Work Permit and Visa for Foreign Worker (TKA).
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