Tax and Legal

Bali Tourist Tax, officially defined as the Tourist Levy of the Bali Provincial Government, is a mandatory IDR 150,000 payment for international visitors aimed at funding cultural preservation and environmental …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Indonesia’s 2025 tax incentive framework offers a powerful mix of financial benefits and regulatory clarity for startups and digital businesses. The system is designed to support innovation, attract foreign capital, …