Blog Category: Legal Updates

Indonesia Single-Gateway Policy for Fuel Imports through Pertamina: Regulatory Review and Implications

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The Indonesian Government, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (“MEMR”), recently announced a new policy on the importation of fuel oil (“BBM”). Under this policy, all fuel imports must be conducted exclusively through PT Pertamina (Persero). This effectively requires private companies in need of imported fuel to purchase it from Pertamina. The policy … Indonesia Single-Gateway Policy for Fuel Imports through Pertamina: Regulatory Review and Implications

Strengthening Oversight in Indonesia’s Data Protection: Constitutional Court Decision on the Appointment of Data Protection Officers

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On July 16, 2025, the Indonesian Constitutional Court (the “Court”) issued Decision No. 151/PUU-XXII/2024, declaring that Article 53 (1) of Law No. 27 of 2022 regarding Personal Data Protection (“PDP Law”) is unconstitutional (“Court Decision No. 151/2024”). In practical terms, this ruling lowers the threshold for when organizations are required to appoint a Data Protection … Strengthening Oversight in Indonesia’s Data Protection: Constitutional Court Decision on the Appointment of Data Protection Officers

Legal Framework for Establishing a Padel Court Business in Jakarta

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Padel, a fast-growing racket sport, is gaining traction in Indonesia. While still relatively new compared to tennis or badminton, interest in building dedicated padel court facilities, particularly in Jakarta, has been steadily rising. With this growth, however, comes a number of regulatory and legal questions. Unlike more established sports, padel is not explicitly addressed in … Legal Framework for Establishing a Padel Court Business in Jakarta

Indonesia Constitutional Court Ruling Clarifies Statute of Limitations for Employment Termination Disputes

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On September 17, 2025, the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Indonesia issued Decision No. 132/PUU-XXIII/2025, which reinterprets the statute of limitations for termination of employment disputes. The statute of limitations is set out in Article 82 of Law No. 2 of 2004 on the Settlement of Industrial Relations Disputes (“Law No.2/2004”). Article 82 was … Indonesia Constitutional Court Ruling Clarifies Statute of Limitations for Employment Termination Disputes

Indonesia Expands Visa-Free Access: Brazil, Peru and Turkey Added to the List

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On August 12, 2025, Indonesia’s Minister of Immigration and Corrections (“MOIC”) issued Regulation No. 10 of 2025, which amends the list of countries, governments of special administrative regions and certain residence permit holders eligible for visa-free visits to Indonesia (“New Regulation”). The New Regulation revokes MOIC Regulation No. 9 of 2025. Background Under Presidential Regulation … Indonesia Expands Visa-Free Access: Brazil, Peru and Turkey Added to the List

Strengthening Equitable Investment in Indonesia: Key Highlights of Regulation 3/2025

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On August 13, 2025, Indonesia’s Minister of Investment/Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (“BKPM”) issued Regulation No. 3 of 2025 (“Reg 3/2025”). This regulation amends Minister of Investment/Head of BKPM Regulation No.  1 of 2022 regarding Procedures for Implementing Partnership in the Investment Sector Between Large Enterprises and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (“MSMEs”) in … Strengthening Equitable Investment in Indonesia: Key Highlights of Regulation 3/2025

Landmark Court Ruling Expands Legal Protection for Environmental Activists in Indonesia

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On August 28, 2025, the Constitutional Court of Indonesia issued a landmark ruling (Constitutional Court Ruling No. 119/PUU-XXIII/2025) that significantly strengthens legal protections for environmental activists. The Court partially granted the judicial review of the Elucidation (explanatory note) of Article 66 of Law No. 32 of 2009 on Environmental Protection and Management (“Environmental Law”), declaring … Landmark Court Ruling Expands Legal Protection for Environmental Activists in Indonesia

New Guidelines under Indonesia’s MOF Reg. 25/2025 on Customs Provisions for Imports of Transferred Goods

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Indonesia’s Minister of Finance (“MOF”) has issued Regulation No. 25 of 2025 on Customs Provisions for Imports of Transferred Goods (“MOF Reg. 25/2025”) to modernize the customs service system. This regulation is intended to improve public services and supervision, strengthen legal certainty and promote greater transparency and accountability. MOF Reg. 25/2025 replaces MOF Regulation No. … New Guidelines under Indonesia’s MOF Reg. 25/2025 on Customs Provisions for Imports of Transferred Goods

Indonesia Regulatory Update: Procedures for Issuing Technical Considerations on Imports of Textiles and Textile Products

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In an effort to safeguard domestic textile production while ensuring continued access to essential raw materials, the Indonesian Ministry of Industry has issued MOI Regulation No. 27 of 2025 on Procedures for the Issuance of Technical Considerations for the Importation of Textiles and Textile Products (“New Regulation”), effective July 30, 2025. Replacing MOI Regulation No. … Indonesia Regulatory Update: Procedures for Issuing Technical Considerations on Imports of Textiles and Textile Products

Crypto Taxation in Indonesia: Key Insights into MOF Regulation No. 50/2025

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Effective August 1, 2025, Indonesia’s Minister of Finance (“MOF”) has enacted Regulation No. 50 of 2025 regarding Value Added Tax (“VAT”) and Income Tax for Crypto-Asset Trading Transactions (“MOF Reg. 50/2025”). This regulation aims to enhance legal certainty and streamline administrative procedures for the collection, payment, and reporting of taxes on crypto-asset trading. Crypto assets … Crypto Taxation in Indonesia: Key Insights into MOF Regulation No. 50/2025