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As one of the countries with majority of muslim residents in the world, Indonesia has a relatively strict regulations regarding halal certification, making businesses selling products that do not meet halal criteria (haram) now face a separate compliance requirement: they must make that status clear to consumers. Under Peraturan BPJPH Nomor 3 Tahun 2026 on […]

For companies employing foreign nationals in Indonesia, immigration compliance does not end when a visa or work permit is issued. As businesses expand, foreign employees may move between offices, factories, project sites and client locations, creating additional compliance considerations that can easily be overlooked. An immigration inspection in Indonesia is one of the ways authorities […]

For foreign investors, Indonesia offers several pathways to establish a business, invest capital and build a long-term presence in the country. But one distinction remains critical: being an investor does not automatically mean you can perform every type of work in Indonesia. The question is no longer simply which visa allows you to stay. It […]

Indonesia has introduced a new framework for trademark registration, bringing changes to how businesses apply for, publish and obtain trademark protection. Minister of Law Regulation No. 5 of 2026 on Trademark Registration (“MOL Regulation No. 5/2026”) was issued on 13 January 2026 and took effect on 23 February 2026. The regulation replaces Minister of Law […]

Setting up a company in Indonesia involves more than registering a business entity. Foreign investors must consider the appropriate corporate structure, foreign ownership rules, investment requirements, licensing, employment regulations and ongoing compliance. For investors considering an Indonesian business presence, the PT PMA company, Penanaman Modal Asing, or foreign-owned limited liability company, is generally the principal […]

Indonesia’s visa framework in 2026 gives international travellers several ways to enter the country, ranging from visa-free visits and Visa on Arrival (VoA) to single-entry, multiple-entry and longer-term residence visas. For travellers heading to Bali, Jakarta or elsewhere in the archipelago, understanding the rules before departure is essential. A visa may facilitate entry, but final […]