Home Blog Indonesia Implements New Regulations for Withholding Tax Indonesia | Payroll | Tax Reporting Indonesia Implements New Regulations for Withholding Tax InCorp Editorial Team 2 July 2025 6 minutes reading time Table of Contents Legal Basis: Government Regulation Number 58 of 2023 Types of Taxable Income How to Calculate Your Net Income? Effective Tax Rate Classification in Indonesia Who Needs to Pay PPh 21 Income Tax? Understanding Income Tax Withholding in Indonesia Stay On Top of Tax and Business Reporting in Indonesia Simplify Your Payroll System with InCorp Starting January 1, 2024, Indonesian businesses and their employees will transition to a new monthly withholding tax system for PPh 21 income tax. This new system, mandated by Government Regulation No. 58 of 2023, streamlines the process for everyone. Legal Basis: Government Regulation Number 58 of 2023 Government Regulation No. 58 has made key changes to employee income tax calculations. Dive into our breakdown to stay informed and navigate the new system smoothly. Monthly Withholding (January-November) Simplified Effective Tax Rates: Traditional progressive tax rates have been replaced by a singular, comprehensive Effective Tax Rate (ETR). This ETR is directly applied to gross income, eliminating the need for annualization and intricate deduction calculations. Pre-Integrated Deductions: The ETR already incorporates relevant deductions such as non-taxable income, occupational expenses, and pension contributions, resulting in a more transparent and straightforward calculation process. Year-End Reconciliation (December) Assured Accuracy: A final annual calculation utilizing the standard progressive tax rate ensures a harmonious reconciliation between ETR withholdings and actual tax owed. Any underpayments are collected, while overpayments are promptly refunded, guaranteeing precise tax compliance. READ MORE:What You Need to Know About Taxation of Benefits in KindGuide On Filing Corporate Annual Tax Return (SPT) In IndonesiaIndonesia To Adopt Global Minimum Tax In 2023: What It Means For Businesses Types of Taxable Income The income that is liable to be taxed under PPh 21 (Income Tax on Salaries) is as follows: Compensation earned through employment, services, or activities in Indonesia, including salaries, wages, and bonuses. Pension income from pension funds. Regular payments from a pension fund. Income of board members and supervisors. Honorariums, commissions, fees, and other freelance and non-employee work rewards. Pocket money, representation money, meeting fees, prizes, and similar rewards received as part of work activities. Partial withdrawals from pension programs for participants who are still employed. Production service, bonuses, gratuities, and other irregular rewards received by former employees. How to Calculate Your Net Income? Calculating your net income involves subtracting eligible deductions from your gross income, representing your total earnings before taxes. Remember, only specific deductions are allowed according to tax regulations: Work-related expenses: Costs incurred for your job, up to a specific limit. Pension contributions: Payments you make towards your retirement savings. Religious donations: Zakat or other donations made through your employer to authorized institutions. Effective Tax Rate Classification in Indonesia The average effective rate (ETR) is calculated using the effective monthly rates categorized by different income ranges to determine the income tax amount. Monthly ETR Rates Category A: Single with no dependent, Single with one dependent, Married with no dependent. Category B: Single with two dependents, Single with three dependents, Married with one dependent, Married with two dependents. Category C: Married with three dependents (M/3). The applicable monthly ETR for each income range in each category can be downloaded below. Download Whitepaper Daily ETR Rates 0% ETR for daily income up to IDR 450,000. 0.5% ETR for daily income above IDR 450,000 up to IDR 2,500,000. No ETR is specified for daily income exceeding IDR 2,500,000 (further guidance needed). Who Needs to Pay PPh 21 Income Tax? Everyone earning income through employment, services, or activities in Indonesia must pay PPh 21 income tax under the new rate. This includes both public and private sector employees, such as: Government officials and civil servants Members of the Indonesian National Army (TNI) and Police (Polri) Pension recipients Understanding Income Tax Withholding in Indonesia Calculating the amount of income tax deducted from your paycheck can be challenging. Still, with the proper guidance and resources, you can easily understand the process and take control of your finances. Your tax amount depends on two key factors: Income type: Are you a permanent employee, freelancer, retiree, or something else? Marital status: Married, single, or somewhere in between? Based on these, here’s how your tax is calculated: Permanent employees & pensioners: Enjoy predictable monthly deductions using Effective Tax Rates (ETRs). Board members & supervisors: Have a dedicated monthly ETR applied to your income. Temporary employees: Your rate varies based on income & payment frequency. Non-employees & others: Use the standard income tax rate. Overseas individuals: Pay a 20% withholding or a double taxation treaty rate. Stay On Top of Tax and Business Reporting in Indonesia Compliance with reporting deadlines is crucial for smooth business operations and avoiding penalties. Here’s a quick guide for individuals and organizations: Individuals File your annual income tax return by March 31 of the following year. Extensions are available for complex situations. Extensions are available if you have additional income sources or complexities. Companies Submit your annual Corporate Income Tax (CIT) return by April 30 for a calendar fiscal year. For other fiscal year-ends, the deadline is the 15th day of the third month following your fiscal year-end. Companies with foreign investment or in specific sectors must meet regular reporting deadlines to BPKM, the Investment Coordinating Board. Download our free calendar with all the important reporting deadlines in Indonesia. Download Calendar Simplify Your Payroll System with InCorp Recent changes to the Indonesian tax system, specifically implementing the monthly withholding system for PPh 21 income tax, may generate initial fluctuations in employee paychecks. While intended to simplify the process, this shift from the traditional annual calculation can temporarily complicate businesses’ navigation of the new landscape. InCorp Indonesia (an Ascentium Company) is here to provide a seamless and compliant transition for your company’s payroll system under the new regulations. By partnering with us, you can: Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing: Leverage our expertise to guarantee flawless payroll calculations that comply with the new regulations. Mitigate compliance risks: Benefit from our proactive approach to navigating the complexities of tax compliance, eliminating potential penalties, and ensuring peace of mind. Streamline administrative workloads: Free up valuable internal resources by entrusting your payroll needs to our dedicated team of specialists. Gain personalized support: Receive tailored guidance and assistance from our professionals, addressing your specific queries and concerns. Schedule a consultation today to learn how InCorp Indonesia can streamline your payroll process and help you confidently navigate the new tax system. Read Full Bio Verified by Dessy Amelia Senior Tax Manager at InCorp Indonesia Dessy has over eight years of experience in tax services, leading InCorp Indonesia's tax team in compliance and strategic solutions. She holds a bachelor's degree in Fiscal (Tax) Administration from Universitas Indonesia and is pursuing a master's degree in Tax Policy and Administration at the same university. She is also a certified tax consultant (USKP C), and a member of the Indonesian Tax Consultants Association (IKPI). Frequently Asked Questions What taxes are involved? For employment, the company is subject to: Employee income tax article 21 VAT on both the service invoice and the salary invoice 2% recovery tax on salary invoice What are the deadlines for the annual tax return? The deadline for an individual tax return is 31 March. A corporate tax return must be lodged within four months after the end of the calendar year or taxable year. More information can be found here: 21 Must-Know Facts about Annual Tax Return in Indonesia. Is it required to hire Indonesian staff in the PMA company? In Indonesia, the necessity of hiring Indonesian employees by foreign companies typically arises from commercial requirements, regulatory mandates in specific sectors like construction or shipping, or as part of employing foreigners to fulfill knowledge transfer obligations. Should I submit tax reports if my company has been established but has no business activities? Yes, submitting monthly and annual tax reports is mandatory even if your company does not have any business activities, thus owing zero taxes. Get in touch with us. 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