Indonesia's immigration authorities strengthen service and supervision of Chinese-invested industrial parks
The Deputy Minister of Immigration and Prisons recently led a team to the Weda Bay Industrial Park (IWIP) in Central Halmahera Regency, North Maluku Province, for an official visit aimed at strengthening the role of immigration services and supervision in strategic industrial zones. During their visit, they inspected immigration facilities at the dedicated domestic airport within IWIP and visited supporting facilities in major industrial areas including the port, power plant, nickel smelting facilities, and battery factory. He emphasized that the presence of immigration authorities in industrial parks is strategically significant, ensuring orderly investment activities and labor mobility, thereby supporting national economic development. He stated
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Overdue Goods in Indonesian Bonded Warehouses to Be Nationalized
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Indonesian Customs Strengthen Supervision to Ensure 336 Trillion Rupiah Tax Revenue Target
The Directorate General of Customs and Excise of the Indonesian Ministry of Finance announced comprehensive reinforcement of import and export supervision to ensure the successful achievement of the 336 trillion rupiah customs and excise revenue target by 2026. Starting from 2026, the government plans to impose new export duties on coal and gold. Customs will simultaneously upgrade supervision quality, implement risk-oriented enforcement models, and expand the tax base for customs duties, export duties, and excise. The Director of User Communication and Guidance at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise stated that in the import duty sector, the department will focus on developing an AI-driven*
Indonesia's Eight Major Tax Policies for 2026
Fiscal year 2026 marks the first full year in which the Minister of Finance, who took office in September 2025, will implement tax policies for the entire year. He clearly stated that no new taxes will be introduced or tax rates increased in 2026, even though the tax revenue target is set at IDR 2,357.7 trillion, an increase of 7.69% from IDR 2,189.3 trillion in 2025. He indicated that tax rates will only be considered for adjustment after economic growth consistently exceeds 5%, ideally reaching 6%, and after a significant improvement in public purchasing power. Regarding Value Added Tax (PPN), there are currently no plans for adjustment, unless
Chinese Embassy and Consulates in Indonesia Extend Visa Fee Reduction Period
To further facilitate the movement of Chinese and foreign nationals, Chinese Embassy and Consulates in Indonesia will extend the visa fee reduction policy until December 31, 2026. Visa fees for Indonesian citizens traveling to China: IDR 400,000 for single entry, IDR 600,000 for double entry, IDR 800,000 for multiple entries within six months, and IDR 1,200,000 for multiple entries valid for one year or more. Visa fees for third-country nationals traveling to China: USA - IDR 2,100,000 for single, double, or multiple entries; Canada - IDR 830,000; Argentina - IDR 1,700,000; Brazil - IDR 1,500,000; Israel - IDR 300,000; Panama - IDR 700,000; Romania - IDR 850,000 for single entry, IDR 1,200,000 for double entry, IDR 1,700,000 for multiple entries.
Indonesia May Set Minimum Prices for Imported Goods, Especially from China
The Minister of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises recently stated that he will propose to the Ministry of Trade to set minimum price benchmarks for certain imported products, in order to resist the impact of imported goods (especially from China) and protect MSMEs (UMKM). He pointed out that a large number of low-priced Chinese products are flooding into Indonesia, making it difficult for local producers to compete and threatening the productivity of MSMEs. The goal is to promote domestic production to generate greater economic multiplier effects, while the proliferation of imported goods hinders domestic production. To address this issue, he is closely coordinating with the Ministry of Trade and proposing to include new regulations on imported product prices in the Minister of Trade Regulation.
Indonesia to Impose Coal Export Duty Starting January 1
The Indonesian Ministry of Finance has confirmed that starting January 1, 2026, an export duty (BK) will be imposed on coal, following the gold export duty policy, but as of now, coal companies have not received the relevant technical details and calculation formulas. Earlier, the Minister of Finance stated that the coal export duty rate is expected to be between 1%-5%, and will only be imposed when coal prices reach a certain level, to avoid increasing the burden on enterprises when prices are low. However, as of December 21, the director of ABM Investama stated that they are still waiting for technical regulations to clarify the implementation time and calculation method, and while supporting the government's decision, there is no specific information yet.
Indonesia Plans to Regulate Administrative Fees on E-commerce Platforms
The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME Ministry) is studying regulations on administrative fees for e-commerce platforms, as currently the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs and the Ministry of Trade have not issued specific rules, aiming to ensure policies do not burden MSMEs (especially online sellers). The Deputy Minister stated that the Minister has requested him to draft relevant ministerial regulations, currently in the research phase. The approximate fee increases are known, but it needs to be assessed whether they affect MSME profits. The government will directly survey sellers and collect input in collaboration with partners such as the Internet Marketing Association, focusing on the impact of price increases on profits (especially in intense price competition).
Indonesia to Mandate Export Foreign Exchange Deposits for One Year from Next Year
The Ministry of Finance confirmed that the revised regulations on Export Foreign Exchange (DHE) management will be issued soon and take effect in January 2026, currently under review by the State Secretariat. The Director General of Strategic Economics and Finance stated that the new regulation requires exporters to deposit DHE into special accounts according to payment terms with importers, with a three-month grace period for crediting, as importers' payments are not immediately received in full. Key provisions include mandatory conversion of 50% of DHE into Indonesian rupiah and deposit in state-owned banks for one year, a ratio set based on central bank data. Previously, only about 4