A Complete Guide to Work in Indonesia as A Foreigner
This article is written under the supervision of LMI Consultancy, a professional Business & Immigration Consultant in Indonesia. Indonesia has rapidly transformed into one of Southeast Asia’s most promising destinations for global talent. Supported by a growing middle class, fast-modernising industries, and regional investment strategies shifting under the “China-plus-one” trend, the country now hosts an […]
5 Important Things You Must Know Before Starting A Business in Indonesia: Guide for 2025
Indonesia is steadily emerging as one of the world’s most compelling investment destinations. In the first quarter of 2025, the Indonesian Cabinet Secretary reported the total investment realisation reached IDR 465.2 trillion, up 15.9 % year-on-year, signalling renewed investor confidence in the country’s future. The outlook for 2026 is equally promising, with projections showing investment […]
Understanding Capital Investment and Paid-Up Capital in Indonesia
Indonesia has made a bold move in 2025, slashing the minimum paid-up capital for foreign-owned companies (PT PMA) from Rp 10 billion to Rp 2.5 billion, under the freshly adopted BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025. But before you celebrate, it’s crucial to understand that capital investment requirements remain distinct, and in many cases, still […]
10 Challenges of Starting a Business in Indonesia as A Foreigner
Indonesia has become one of Southeast Asia’s most attractive investment destinations. With more than 270 million people, a rising middle class, and rapid digital adoption, the market is rich with opportunity. Yet for foreign companies, the path to establishing a presence in the Indonesian Market can be complex. Legal frameworks are intricate, infrastructure gaps remain, […]
Register A Company in Indonesia 2025: Guide to Safely Registering A Business
In this article, Social Expat is joined with Givenia, a professional legal associate from LMI Consultancy, to answer your most common questions in regard to registering a company in Indonesia in 2025. You may have noticed a lot of conflicting information on the internet and in social media groups about registering a new business in […]
How to Set Up a Representative Office in Indonesia
In general, a representative office in Indonesia can be counted as an easy entry vehicle for foreign companies interested in testing the Indonesian market. Such offices can carry on market research and relationship-building without being required to make the normal commitment of a fully operational set-up. What is Representative Office in Indonesia? Source: Shridhar Gupta on Unsplash […]
Record Tourist Arrivals and Indonesian Investment Opportunities in 2024
Following the global recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Indonesian tourism sector has rebounded strongly, with a steady increase in international tourist arrivals year after year. In the first four months of 2024, the number of international visitors reached its highest point in four years, according to Acting Head of Statistics Indonesia (BPS), Amalia Adininggar […]
What You Should Know About BPJS Health & Employment for Foreign Worker
Expats who have a business in Indonesia or work in Indonesia must have heard about BPJS in Indonesia. What is BPJS? Everyone, including foreigners who work for at least six months in Indonesia, must participate in the Social Security program. BPJS stands for Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial or Social Security Organizing Agency. There are two […]
Annual Income Tax Rate in Indonesia: What You Should Know As An Expat
Every citizen who is a taxpayer must pay taxes. This applies not only to individuals but also to companies. Companies are required to pay taxes and report through the Annual Corporate Tax Return. Understanding Annual Tax in Indonesia Understanding your Indonesian tax treaty obligations as a business owner in Indonesia is crucial. The Annual Corporate […]
Differences between EFIN and NPWP, Both Used in Tax in Indonesia
When managing taxes in Indonesia, you may encounter two terms that are close to each other, namely EFIN and NPWP. What is the difference between the two? For that, we must first know the meaning of EFIN and NPWP. What is EFIN EFIN, or Electronic Filing Identification Number, is an identity number issued by the […]