The restaurant business is one of the sectors that have the potential to grow in Indonesia, especially in big cities such as Jakarta and Bali. The McKinsey Global Institute stated that 90 million new Indonesians are likely to join the consuming class, making it as big as about 135 million by 2030. This will significantly […]
Oone of the first administrative requirements you are likely to encounter is obtaining a Tax Identification Number (TIN), known locally as the Nomor Pokok Wajib Pajak (NPWP). An NPWP serves as your official tax identity in Indonesia and plays a central role in the country’s tax administration system. Beyond tax reporting, it is often required […]
Many foreign businesses are looking for practical ways to explore the market before making a long-term commitment. Establishing a full foreign-owned company (PT PMA) often requires capital investment, operational planning, and ongoing corporate compliance. For businesses still evaluating market opportunities, setting up a Representative Office in Jakarta offers a strategic first step. A Representative Office […]
Global investment sentiment in 2026 has been shaped by persistent inflation, shifting supply chains, geopolitical uncertainty, and cautious monetary policies. Yet amid this volatility, Indonesia continues to stand out as one of Southeast Asia’s most attractive investment destinations. Rather than slowing down, foreign direct investment continues to flow into Indonesia, supported by resilient economic growth, […]
The Indonesian Government has officially begun implementing a new mechanism for collecting Article 22 Income Tax (PPh Pasal 22) through e-commerce platforms starting 1 July 2026. Ahead of the implementation, the Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) confirmed that all technical systems, infrastructure, and marketplace integrations have been completed, following months of intensive coordination with the […]
The Directorate General of General Legal Administration (Ditjen AHU) under the Ministry of Law has introduced a mechanism to classify companies as Administratively Inactive Corporations (Korporasi Nonaktif) on Business Registration system, if they fail to keep their corporate information up to date. Issued through Circular Letter of the Director General of General Legal Administration No. […]
