Regulation Updates on the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGMS) in Indonesia

An Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGMS) in Indonesia is no longer only an internal corporate formality for PT companies. Under Minister of Law Regulation No. 49 of 2025 (Permenkum 49/2025), in force since 17 December 2025, the approval of a company’s annual report must be recorded in a notarial deed and submitted through the Sistem Administrasi Badan Hukum (SABH) — the electronic filing feature for this went live on 1 June 2026.

For PT PMA and PT PMDN companies, the practical question is no longer just whether the annual report has been prepared. It is whether the report has been reviewed by the Board of Commissioners, approved at the AGMS, formalized in a notarial deed, and filed with SABH within the applicable deadlines — and whether the company needs to process future corporate actions such as director changes, commissioner changes, share transfers, or shareholder name changes.

Key Takeaways

• Permenkum 49/2025 took effect on 17 December 2025, while SABH annual report filing started on 1 June 2026.
• Companies with a 31 December year-end must approve the annual report by 30 June and file the notarized resolution in SABH within 30 days.
• The annual report must cover financial statements, company activities and CSR/TJSL, business challenges, supervisory reports, and the remuneration of directors and commissioners.
• Late filing can lead to written warnings and blocked SABH access until the company completes its filing obligations.
• Companies meeting certain criteria, including assets or turnover of at least IDR 50 billion, must have their financial statements audited before AGMS approval.

What is an Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGMS) in Indonesia?

The Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGMS — RUPS Tahunan) is the shareholder meeting at which a PT company’s board of directors presents the annual report for review and approval.

Under Article 66 of UU No. 40/2007 on Limited Liability Companies (Company Law), as amended by UU No. 6/2023, the Board of Directors must submit the annual report, after review by the Board of Commissioners, to the AGMS no later than six months after the end of the financial year.

The AGMS is distinct from an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (RUPS Luar Biasa), which can be convened at any time to decide on matters such as share transfers, capital changes, or director appointments. The AGMS specifically approves the annual report and, where relevant, discharges the board from liability (acquit et de charge) for the year under review.

AGMS Approval vs SABH Filing: Key Differences

For PT companies, the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders and the SABH filing are connected but serve different purposes. The AGMS is the shareholder meeting Indonesia companies use to approve the annual report. SABH filing is the electronic submission process that records the approved annual report with AHU.

Factor	Annual General Meeting of Shareholders	SABH Annual Report Filing
Legal basis	UU No. 40/2007 (Company Law), Article 66	Permenkum 49/2025, Articles 4, 6, and 16
Purpose	Shareholders review and approve the annual report	The approved annual report and notarial deed are submitted to AHU
Main document	Annual report and shareholder resolution	Notarial deed of approval and the annual report
Responsible party	Directors, Board of Commissioners, shareholders	Directors, acting through a notary
Timing	Generally held within 6 months after the financial year ends	Within 30 days after the notarial deed is signed
Regulatory function	Internal corporate approval and accountability	External compliance record with the Ministry of Law (AHU)
Risk if missed	Incomplete annual compliance cycle; potential challenge to the resolution’s validity	Written warning, then SABH access blocking, freezing corporate-data changes

Who Must Hold an AGMS? PT PMA, PT PMDN, and PT Perorangan Compared

Every standard PT, including PT PMA (foreign investment companies) and PT PMDN (domestic investment companies), must hold an AGMS under Article 66 of UU 40/2007. Under Permenkum 49/2025, this annual reporting process also requires the relevant notarial deed and SABH filing.

PT Perorangan follows a simpler mechanism. Under Articles 27–28 of Permenkum 49/2025, its annual reporting is documented through a shareholder statement rather than a notarized AGMS resolution. This structure is only available to eligible Indonesian micro and small businesses, so foreign-owned PT PMA companies must follow the standard PT reporting route under Article 16.

For PT PMA, consistency across corporate records is also important. Discrepancies between SABH, OSS, and tax data may cause issues in other compliance processes, including (LKPM) reporting or licensing updates.

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What Must Be Included in the Annual Report?

Article 16(6) of Permenkum 49/2025 sets out the minimum content of the annual report submitted for AGMS approval:

Component	What it must cover
Financial statements	Balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, statement of changes in equity, and notes to the financial statements
Company activity report	Summary of the company’s activities during the fiscal year, including implementation of corporate social and environmental responsibility (CSR/TJSL)
Obstacles report	Information on problems or challenges that affected the company’s business during the fiscal year
Commissioners’ supervisory report	The Board of Commissioners’ report on its supervisory duties during the year
Remuneration disclosure	Salaries, honoraria, and allowances paid to each member of the Board of Directors and Board of Commissioners

The annual report must be signed by all directors and commissioners in office at the time (Article 67(1), UU 40/2007). A director or commissioner who doesn’t sign must provide a written reason, which is disclosed together with the report.

Does the Annual Report Need to Be Audited?

Not every PT must have its financial statements audited before AGMS approval. Under Article 68(1) of UU 40/2007, as amended by UU 6/2023, an audit by an independent public accountant is mandatory if the company:

• Raises or manages public funds
• Issues debt instruments to the public
• Is a publicly listed company (PT Tbk)
• Is a state-owned or regionally owned enterprise (BUMN/BUMD)
• Has assets and/or annual turnover of at least IDR 50 billion
• Is subject to other audit requirements under applicable laws or sector regulations

If the company meets any of these criteria, its financial statements must be audited before they can be validly approved at the AGMS.

For PT PMA companies, the IDR 50 billion asset or turnover threshold is especially important, as growing businesses may become subject to the audit requirement as their operations expand.

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How to Call and Conduct a Valid AGMS

An AGMS must follow the notice, quorum, voting, and documentation requirements under UU 40/2007.

Notice Period and Content

Under Article 82, shareholders must receive notice at least 14 days before the AGMS, excluding the notice and meeting dates. The notice must state the date, time, place, agenda, and availability of supporting documents.

Quorum and Voting

Under Article 86, the AGMS generally requires more than half of the voting shares to be represented. Article 87 provides that resolutions should be reached by consensus or, if needed, by more than half of the votes cast.

Virtual AGMS or Circular Resolutions

Article 77 of UU 40/2007 allows electronic AGMS meetings in which participants can see, hear, and participate directly. Article 91 also allows a circular resolution without a meeting if all voting shareholders approve and sign it.

PT PMA companies with overseas shareholders should confirm the correct process before the AGMS to avoid procedural issues.

Annual General Meeting of Shareholders: Process, Timeline, and Cost Factors

The process for completing an annual general meeting of shareholders and SABH filing depends on the company’s readiness.

Stage	What companies Should Prepare	Timing	Why It Matters
Annual report preparation	Financial statements, activity report, commissioners’ review, remuneration disclosure	Before month 6 after fiscal year-end	Basis for shareholder review and approval
AGMS notice	Registered mail and/or newspaper notice with agenda	At least 14 days before the AGMS	Legal validity of the resolution depends on proper notice
AGMS	Approval of the annual report and related resolutions	Within 6 months of fiscal year-end (Art. 66 UU 40/2007)	Creates the legal basis for the notarial deed
Notarial deed	Deed recording the AGMS approval	Shortly after the AGMS	Required before SABH submission
SABH filing	Deed and annual report submitted electronically	Within 30 days of the deed being signed	Records compliance with AHU; avoids sanctions
Post-submission check	AHU receipt, data-consistency review against OSS/DJP records	After filing	Prevents delays in future corporate actions

Costs may include notarial fees, annual report or audit preparation where Article 68(1) applies, and any legal or administrative costs to resolve a SABH block.

As of 1 June 2026, AHU does not charge a PNBP fee for the SABH annual report filing, though this may change.

What Happens If a Company Misses the Deadline?

Under Articles 17 and 18 of Permenkum 49/2025, late filing can lead to:

• A written warning through SABH or email;
• SABH access being blocked if the filing remains unresolved; and
• Restrictions on corporate updates, including changes to directors, share transfers, and amendments to company data.

The company remains a valid legal entity, but AHU-related corporate actions cannot be processed until the filing is corrected and the block is lifted.

How to Lift a SABH Block

A company that has been blocked can apply to the Director General of AHU through SABH to have the block lifted. The application must be accompanied by the notarial deed of approval of the annual report and the supporting documents required under Article 16, including the completed annual report.

Once AHU verifies the filing, access is restored and pending corporate actions can proceed. Since this process depends on AHU’s review timeline, it is generally faster to file on time than to remedy a block afterward.

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Common AGMS and SABH Filing Mistakes to Avoid

Even when the annual reporting process is straightforward, poor timing or inconsistent records can still delay AGMS approval and SABH filing. Common mistakes include:

• Planning Too Late: Confirming board schedules and notarial availability only after year-end can leave little time before the 6-month AGMS deadline.
• Missing the Audit Requirement: Overlooking the Article 68(1) audit trigger can delay the approval of financial statements at the AGMS.
• Relying Only on AGMS Minutes: The approval must also be formalized in a notarial deed as required under Permenkum 49/2025.
• Missing the 30-Day Filing Deadline: Delays in notarial processing can reduce the time available to submit the deed through SABH.
• Keeping Inconsistent Company Data: Differences in shareholder, director, or commissioner information across SABH, OSS, and DJP records can create additional compliance issues.

When Should a Company Seek Professional Support?

Companies with multiple or foreign shareholders, cross-border reporting lines, or upcoming corporate actions may face greater risks if the AGMS and SABH filing is delayed.

An early readiness review can help confirm whether an audit is required, whether company data is consistent across SABH, OSS, and DJP, and whether the notarial deed and SABH filing can be completed within the required timeline.

InCorp Indonesia (an Ascentium Company) supports PT PMA and PT PMDN companies with annual report review, AGMS documentation and scheduling, notarial deed coordination, SABH filing, and corporate data checks.

Keep Your Annual Compliance in Order with InCorp

An annual general meeting of shareholders should support the proper approval of the annual report, the maintenance of clean company records, and the timely SABH filing.

Preparing early helps companies avoid administrative delays and keep future corporate actions moving smoothly.

InCorp Indonesia (an Ascentium Company) can support companies with:

• Annual report preparation review
• AGMS timeline and documentation support
• Shareholder approval documentation
• Notarial deed coordination
• SABH annual report submission assistance
• Corporate record review for directors, commissioners, shareholders, and company data
• Compliance checks before future corporate actions

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