IMTA Cancellation (Work Permit Termination)

IMTA Cancellation is the formal process of terminating a foreign worker’s work permit in Indonesia. While the IMTA terminology has been largely replaced by the Notification system under current regulations, the cancellation process remains a mandatory compliance requirement when a foreign employee ceases employment.This process ensures that the foreign worker is no longer legally registered as employed under the sponsoring company and prevents future legal, immigration, and compliance issues.IMTA/Notification cancellation is required in several scenarios:Resignation or termination of employmentEnd of contract periodCompany closure or restructuringChange of employer or job positionConversion to a different visa or permitFailure to properly cancel the work permit may result in administrative sanctions, complications in future applications, or restrictions for both the company and the foreign worker.Seven Stones Indonesia manages the entire cancellation process, including documentation preparation, submission to the Ministry of Manpower system, and coordination with relevant authorities.Key Characteristics & FeaturesMandatory Compliance Process: Ensures proper termination of foreign worker employment records.Government System Closure: Official removal of worker registration from Ministry of Manpower system.Integrated with Immigration Process: Supports alignment with EPO (Exit Permit Only) or visa transition.Fully Managed Service: End-to-end handling of documentation and submission.CoverageDocument Preparation: Preparation of cancellation application, Drafting of required letters and statements (if required)System Submission: Submission through Ministry of Manpower system, Processing of work permit terminationCoordination with Authorities: Follow-up with relevant government departments, Clarification and response handlingStatus Monitoring: Tracking application progress, Ensuring completion of cancellation.Service ExclusionsEPO (Exit Permit Only) processingKITAS cancellation or immigration servicesSettlement of unpaid salaries or disputesLegal representation in employment disputesGovernment penalties or fines