The Market Entry Experts Indonesia
Insights about Tax and Legal that you need to know before expanding your business and company in Indonesia. Read our articles here.
The Bali tax refund program allows foreign tourists to reclaim Value-Added Tax (VAT) on eligible purchases made at registered stores under Indonesia’s “Tax Refund for Tourists” scheme. Overseen by the …
Bali Tax Refund: Can You Get a VAT Refund in Bali? Read More
Laporan Kegiatan Penanaman Modal (LKPM) is the mandatory Investment Activity Report required by the Indonesian Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) for all registered businesses, including PT PMA (Perseroan Terbatas Penanaman Modal …
LKPM Reporting for PMA / Foreign Companies in Indonesia Read More
A PT PMA (Perseroan Terbatas Penanaman Modal Asing) is a foreign-owned limited liability company in Indonesia established under Law No. 25/2007 on Investment. Every PT PMA must comply with corporate …
PT PMA (Foreign Company) Taxation in Indonesia: Complete Guide Read More
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law, officially known as the Job Creation Law (Law No. 11 of 2020), is the cornerstone of the country’s economic reform. It unifies and simplifies over 75 regulations …
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: InvestinAsia’s Guide for Foreign Investors, Businesses, and Employers Read More
All companies in Indonesia are legally required to register their employees with BPJS Ketenagakerjaan (employment social security) and BPJS Kesehatan (healthcare). Non-compliance can result in fines, difficulties with business licensing, …
What Is BPJS in Indonesia: Legal Framework, Benefits, and Compliance Read More
Batam provides some of the most attractive tax benefits in Indonesia, positioning it as a preferred destination for both local and international investors. With its unique designation as both a …
Why Batam’s Tax Incentives Are a Game-Changer for Investors Read More
Foreign companies can set up representative offices in Indonesia to maintain a local presence without engaging in direct business transactions or sales. Despite their non-revenue-generating nature, these offices must adhere …
Annual Compliance Requirements for Representative Offices in Indonesia (Tax and Non-Tax) Read More
Yes—each representative office operating in Indonesia is legally required to obtain a Tax Identification Number (NPWP). This rule applies across all sectors and types of representative offices, regardless of whether …
Does a Representative Office in Indonesia Need a Tax ID (NPWP)? Read More
Representative offices in Indonesia face unique tax obligations despite being non-commercial entities. Though they cannot directly generate revenue, Indonesian tax law still treats many of them as permanent establishments. This …
Understanding Tax Obligations for Representative Offices in Indonesia Read More
Indonesia is rapidly becoming one of Southeast Asia’s most investor-friendly nations—especially for companies looking to reduce costs. Indonesia’s government introduced a powerful suite of tax incentives to attract foreign and …
How to Leverage Tax Incentives to Lower Investment Costs in Indonesia Read More