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International Tax

International Tax Consultant in Indonesia

Advisory on cross-border transactions, tax treaties, withholding tax, and permanent establishment risk for multinational groups operating in Indonesia.

Who this is for

Typical Clients

Multinational subsidiaries

Indonesian entities of international groups.

Foreign companies

Non-residents providing services or earning income in Indonesia.

Regional headquarters

Teams overseeing Indonesian operations from abroad.

Common issues

What Typically Needs Attention

Withholding tax
Article 26 withholding and treaty relief on outbound payments.
Permanent establishment
Activities that may create a taxable presence in Indonesia.
Offshore services
VAT on services and intangibles utilised in Indonesia.
Structuring
Investment, financing, and repatriation structures.

Self-assessment

Questions for Your Finance Team

If any answer is uncertain, it may be worth a focused review.

  1. 01

    Do contracts with foreign parties describe services and locations accurately?

  2. 02

    Is treaty documentation obtained before payments are made?

  3. 03

    Are foreign personnel activities in Indonesia monitored for PE risk?

  4. 04

    Is VAT on offshore services being self-assessed where required?

Engagement process

How We Work

  1. 01

    Understand

    Map the group structure, Indonesian operations, and cross-border flows in scope.

  2. 02

    Assess

    Review contracts, payment records, treaty documentation, and filings against applicable rules.

  3. 03

    Advise

    Explain treatment, exposure, and options in writing for local and regional decision-makers.

  4. 04

    Support

    Assist with documentation, agreed changes, and ongoing questions as transactions evolve.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you advise the foreign party as well as the Indonesian entity?

We advise on Indonesian tax implications. Where foreign tax advice is needed, we can coordinate with the group's advisors in other jurisdictions.

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Discuss Your Cross-Border Matter.

Share the context of your matter. We will propose a scope and approach for an initial discussion.