Protecting your Intellectual Property (IP) rights is critical for maintaining control over your creations and maximizing profitability. It protects against unauthorized use, builds brand identity, attracts investment, and promotes long-term business sustainability. By protecting your IP rights, you ensure that your hard work and creativity are properly rewarded, thereby contributing to the success of your business.
Our mission is to protect, enforce, and leverage the intellectual property assets of our clients to their maximum potential. Our team of seasoned legal professionals is dedicated to providing comprehensive and tailored legal solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.
We assist clients with Intellectual Property (IP) legal advice, negotiation, and relevant agreement documents, searching, registration, protection, and enforcement of the following IP areas:
Why should you protect your Intellectual Property (IP) Rights?
What is a Cross-Border Tax Opinion?
A Cross-Border Tax Opinion provides expert analysis and advice on how Indonesian tax laws apply to your international business transactions. It helps you understand and manage tax obligations when dealing with foreign income, investments, and operations.
What are the common issues addressed in a Cross-Border Tax Opinion?
Common issues include managing double taxation, understanding withholding tax on foreign payments, navigating tax treaty benefits, and addressing transfer pricing concerns.
Is a Cross-Border Tax Opinion legally binding?
While a Cross-Border Tax Opinion is not legally binding, it offers authoritative guidance based on the current interpretation of Indonesian tax laws. It’s a critical tool for informed decision-making and compliance.
What information do I need to provide for a Cross-Border Tax Opinion?
We’ll need details about your business structure, the nature of your international transactions, relevant financial data, and any existing tax documentation. The more information you provide, the more precise our analysis can be.
What are the tax treaties that Indonesia has in place, and how do they affect my cross-border transactions?
Indonesia has tax treaties with various countries to avoid double taxation and prevent tax evasion. These treaties can impact how your international income is taxed, offering potential tax reliefs. We help you understand and apply these treaty benefits effectively.
What is a permanent establishment, and how does it impact my tax obligations?
A permanent establishment (PE) is a fixed place of business through which a foreign enterprise conducts business in Indonesia. If your business activities create a PE, you may be subject to Indonesian corporate income tax. We can help you determine if your operations constitute a PE and advise on managing the tax implications.
How does Indonesian tax law treat digital services provided from abroad?
Digital services provided by foreign companies to Indonesian consumers may be subject to Value Added Tax (VAT) and other local taxes. Our services help you navigate these regulations and ensure proper tax compliance for your digital operations.
Renewals must be processed before your KITAS expires. We recommend starting the process well in advance to avoid overstaying penalties.
Termination due to health reasons is allowed only if the employee can no longer perform their job duties after receiving proper medical treatment. The employer must provide severance pay, long-service pay, and other rights, such as compensation for unused leave, in accordance with Government Regulation No. 35 of 2021.
Prenuptial Agreement, often referred to as “Perjanjian Pra Nikah” in Indonesian, is a legal contract entered into by couples before marriage. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of each party regarding property ownership and distribution, financial arrangements, and other assets in the event of divorce.
Yes, you can bring immediate family members (spouse and children) under a Dependent KITAS. Your dependents will be issued a KITAS based on your work permit, allowing them to stay in Indonesia legally, though they cannot work.
The Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights Regulation Number 22 of 2023 outlines the legal framework for all visas and stay permits.
The Investor KITAS allows foreign nationals who hold significant shares in an Indonesian company to live and manage their investment in Indonesia. Unlike the Work Permit KITAS, the Investor KITAS does not require a separate work permit (IMTA) as it focuses on investment management rather than employment.
No, these KITAS types are for business or employment purposes only. If you plan to study in Indonesia, you would need to apply for a Student KITAS, which is specifically designed for education.