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Setup & Ownership
28 Jun 2026
Minimum Capital Requirements for a PT PMA in Indonesia — What Foreign Investors Actually Need
A clear explanation of the IDR 10 billion investment-plan rule, paid-up capital, and what counts toward the minimum capital of a PT PMA in Indonesia — without the confusion.
Read article →26 Jun 2026
How to Set Up a PT PMA (Foreign-Owned Company) in Indonesia — 2026 Guide
A clear, step-by-step guide for foreign investors on establishing a PT PMA in Indonesia in 2026 — capital requirements, licensing, timelines, and the mistakes to avoid.
Read article →24 Jun 2026
Indonesia's Positive Investment List Explained — Which Sectors Welcome Foreign Ownership
The Positive Investment List is Indonesia's sovereign map of where foreign capital is welcomed and where participation is reserved for its own. Here is how to read and respect it before you invest.
Read article →22 Jun 2026
The Hidden Risk of Nominee Shareholders for Foreign Investors in Indonesia
Nominee shareholder arrangements promise an easy shortcut around ownership limits in Indonesia — but they are legally void and can cost you the entire investment. Here is why.
Read article →20 Jun 2026
5 Due Diligence Checks Foreign Investors Must Run Before Entering Indonesia
Before deploying capital into Indonesia, foreign investors should verify these five things — from beneficial ownership to cash-flow transparency. A practical checklist from Grafasco.
Read article →Tax & Compliance
29 Jun 2026
Withholding Tax and Tax Treaties (P3B) in Indonesia — A Guide for Foreign Investors
How withholding tax works in Indonesia, what a tax treaty (P3B) does, and how to apply the correct rate lawfully on cross-border payments. A compliance-first guide.
Read article →29 Jun 2026
The LKPM Report — A Foreign Investor's Quarterly Compliance Duty in Indonesia
Every PT PMA must file the LKPM investment activity report. Here is what it is, when it is due, and why staying current with it protects your standing in Indonesia.
Read article →28 Jun 2026
Corporate Income Tax in Indonesia — A Practical Guide for Foreign-Owned Companies
What corporate income tax a PT PMA pays in Indonesia, how it is calculated, and the obligations that come with it. A clear, compliance-first guide for foreign investors.
Read article →27 Jun 2026
Repatriating Profits from Indonesia — A Compliance-First Guide for Foreign Investors
Indonesian law guarantees foreign investors the right to repatriate profits — for those who meet their obligations in full. Here is how to do it lawfully, transparently, and in good standing with the Indonesian state.
Read article →People & Operations
29 Jun 2026
BPJS Explained — Mandatory Employee Health and Social Security for Companies in Indonesia
Every company in Indonesia must enrol its workers in BPJS. Here is what BPJS Kesehatan and BPJS Ketenagakerjaan cover, the employer's obligations, and why compliance matters.
Read article →28 Jun 2026
Hiring Employees in Indonesia — Employment Law Basics for Foreign-Owned Companies
What foreign-owned companies must know before hiring in Indonesia — contracts, working terms, termination, and the worker protections at the heart of Indonesian labour law.
Read article →18 Jun 2026
KITAS Explained — How Foreign Directors and Staff Legally Work in Indonesia
A foreign director or employee cannot legally work in Indonesia on a tourist visa. Here is how the KITAS and work permit system actually works, and how to stay compliant.
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