- Award-Winning · 1080+ Clients · 45+ Countries
Start a Business in Indonesia — ASEAN's Largest Economy & IDR 2.5B Capital Revolution
Indonesian company formation involves incorporating a PT PMA (Perseroan Terbatas Penanaman Modal Asing Foreign-Owned Limited Company) through the OSS-RBA (Online Single Submission Risk-Based Approach) system and the Ministry of Investment (BKPM). Indonesia is ASEAN’s largest economy (GDP USD 1.4 trillion, 280 million consumers, G20 member) and offers one of the world’s most generous tax holiday regimes 5-20 years of 100% CIT exemption for pioneer industries. In a game-changing move, the minimum paid-up capital for PT PMA was reduced 75% from IDR 10 billion to IDR 2.5 billion (~USD 155K) in October 2025. The standard CIT rate is 22% (listed companies 19%, SME 0.5% final tax). 100% foreign ownership is permitted in most sectors under the Positive Investment List. The India-Indonesia DTAA provides a clean 10% across all categories. As the world’s largest nickel producer and a critical EV battery supply chain hub, Indonesia is increasingly strategic for Indian manufacturers. Comply Globally has helped 1,080+ entrepreneurs across 45+ countries.
- By Dr. Anil Gupta, Global Expansion Advisor
- Updated April 2026
- 15 min read
500+
Companies launched
45+
Countries served
4.9
Client rating
+12 today
Founders onboarded
Incorporated in 7 days
Average turnaround time
22%
CIT (Listed 19%)
5-20 Yrs
Tax Holiday
IDR 2.5B
Capital (75% Cut!)
280M
Consumers (G20)
RCEP
+ ASEAN Largest
OUR SERVICES ININDONESIA
What We Help You With in Indonesia
Leverage our expertise for company formation, EXIM, IOR/EOR, visas,
banking, and ongoing compliance all from a single point of contact.
Most Popular
Company Formation
Register a PT PMA (Foreign-Owned Company) in Indonesia through the OSS (Online Single Submission) system and Ministry of Law & Human Rights. We handle company name approval, deed drafting, notary coordination, NIB (Business Identification Number), tax registration, and full incorporation remotely from India. Minimum capital requirements apply depending on business activity classification (KBLI). 100% foreign ownership permitted in many sectors. Average Comply Globally turnaround: 7–14 business days. Starting from ₹1,25,000.
Tax & Compliance Advisory
Navigate Indonesia’s 22% Corporate Income Tax (CIT), 11% VAT, transfer pricing, withholding tax obligations, and annual LKPM investment reporting. We help optimise your structure using the India–Indonesia DTAA to reduce withholding taxes on dividends, royalties, and interest while ensuring full compliance with Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) regulations. We also assist with bookkeeping, NPWP registration, and monthly tax filings.
Most Popular
FEMA & RBI Compliance
We handle BOTH sides simultaneously: Indonesia incorporation AND Indian FEMA compliance. From ODI filings with your AD bank to Annual Performance Reports (APR), FLA returns to RBI, and Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) claims under Section 90 — we ensure seamless cross-border compliance for Indian promoters investing in Indonesia. This dual-side expertise is our #1 differentiator.
Visas & Immigration
Business Visa, KITAS (Limited Stay Permit), Investor KITAS, Work Permit (IMTA), and Dependant Visa support for founders, professionals, and expatriates relocating to Indonesia. We handle sponsor documentation, immigration processing, renewals, and ongoing compliance. Investor KITAS is one of the fastest pathways for foreign shareholders establishing businesses in Indonesia.
EXIM & Logistics
Import/export licensing, customs registration, bonded warehouse support, freight forwarding, IOR/EOR services, and Indonesia–India trade facilitation. Indonesia is Southeast Asia’s largest economy and a strategic manufacturing and sourcing hub for ASEAN markets.
Cross-Border Banking
Corporate account opening assistance with major Indonesian and international banks including BCA, Mandiri, BNI, CIMB Niaga, HSBC, and Standard Chartered. We prepare business plans, shareholder documentation, and KYC packages to improve approval success rates. Most banks require video verification or a single in-person visit.
- 1080+ Clients Served
- 45+ Countries
- 4.7★ Trustpilot
- Avg 4hr Response
- 100% Compliance Record
Why Partner With Comply Globally?
Our 4 Brand Promises — Backed by Results
These are not marketing claims. They are measurable operational standards tracked
and verified across 1,080+ client engagements worldwide.
Speed of Action
We respond within 4 hours. Average Indonesia PT PMA incorporation: 7–14 business days depending on sector licensing and approvals.
Fast-track setup available for eligible sectors
Accuracy & Competence
Zero compliance failures across 1,080+ engagements. Every filing is reviewed by a dedicated country specialist before submission.
100% filing accuracy · 4.7★ rating
Ease of Doing Business
One contact for everything — Indonesia company incorporation AND Indian FEMA compliance handled simultaneously, with no vendor juggling.
Single Point of Management · 45+ countries
Cost Competitiveness
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing with zero hidden fees. Consistently 30–40% lower than Big 4 firms for equivalent scope and quality.
Indonesia PT PMA setup · Competitive fixed-fee pricing
“Initially I thought their brand promises were marketing jargon but after taking their services, I can confidently say they exceeded expectations in Speed of Action, Cost Competitiveness, and Competence.”
Indonesia
TAX FRAME WORk
What Is the Corporate Tax Rate in Indonesia?
Indonesia’s Corporate Income Tax Rate is 22%
According to Indonesia’s Directorate General of Taxes (DGT), resident companies are generally subject to a flat 22% Corporate Income Tax (CIT) on taxable income. Certain publicly listed companies may qualify for reduced rates, while eligible MSMEs can access simplified tax regimes under specific turnover thresholds. Indonesia levies 11% VAT on most goods and services and applies withholding taxes on dividends, royalties, and interest payments to non-residents. The India–Indonesia DTAA helps reduce cross-border tax rates and prevents double taxation for Indian investors operating in Indonesia. Indonesia also offers tax holidays, tax allowances, and investment incentives for priority sectors including manufacturing, renewable energy, infrastructure, and downstream processing industries.
Indonesia vs Thiland vs Philippines vs Malaysia— Tax Comparison
| Factor | 🇮🇩Indonesia | 🇹🇭Thailand | 🇵🇭Philippines | 🇲🇾Malaysia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CIT Rate | 22% | 20% | 25% | 24% |
Capital Gains Tax | 0.1% final tax (listed shares) | 0% (listed shares) | 15% (listed); 5–15% (unlisted) | 0% |
Dividend WHT | 10% (non-resident) | 10% | 15% | 0% |
VAT / GST | 11% | 7% | 12% | 8% |
DTAA Network | ~70 treaties | ~60 treaties | ~43 treaties | ~75 treaties |
Ease of Doing Business | #73 (World Bank) | #21 | #95 | #12 |
Natural Resources / Mining Tax | Coal: 10–13.5% royalty + CIT | Petroleum: 50% PIT | Mining: 4–5% excise | Petroleum: 38% PITA |
Investment Incentives | Super deduction: 200–300% R&D; SEZ: 0% CIT 10–25 yrs | BOI: 0% CIT up to 13 yrs | CREATE: 0% CIT 4–7 yrs (ITH) | Pioneer: 70–100% tax exemption |
Free Resource
Get Your Personalised Singapore Compliance Calendar
Tell us about your company and we’ll prepare a customised compliance calendar
with every key date — delivered via WhatsApp and email within 24 hours.
What Our Clients Say
Our Latest Insights
Stay ahead with expert guidance on global expansion trends and regulatory updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Expand Your Business in Indonesia
A PT PMA (Perseroan Terbatas Penanaman Modal Asing) is a foreign-owned limited liability company in Indonesia registered under the OSS-RBA system and regulated by BKPM (Ministry of Investment).
Yes, foreigners can own 100% of a PT PMA in many sectors under Indonesia’s Positive Investment List, though some restricted industries may require local partnership.
The standard minimum paid-up capital requirement is IDR 2.5 billion (~USD 155,000), depending on the business classification (KBLI code) and sector regulations.
Company incorporation typically takes 7–14 business days, depending on approvals from OSS-RBA, notary processing, and sector-specific licensing.
The standard corporate income tax rate is 22%, with reduced rates for listed companies (19%) and special regimes for MSMEs and export-oriented businesses.
Yes. Indonesia offers tax holidays of 5–20 years for pioneer industries, super deduction incentives for R&D, and tax allowances for strategic sectors like manufacturing, EV supply chain, and energy.
Not necessarily. Many incorporation steps such as OSS registration, legal documentation, and approvals can be handled remotely, though bank account setup or KITAS visa may require physical verification.
Start Your Business in Indonesia with Seamless PT PMA
Setup Support
From OSS-RBA registration and BKPM approval to tax licensing, visas, banking, and compliance
launch your Indonesia company remotely in just 7–14 business days.