Taxation KBLI 55111 Risk Medium

Hotel & Hospitality Tax

The hotel and hospitality industry is subject to Certain Goods and Services Tax (PBJT) of 10% on hospitality services collected by the local government, not central VAT. However, complexity arises from service charges distributed to employees that must be withheld for Article 21 Income Tax. Arunika Consulting helps hotels manage central and local tax obligations in an integrated manner.

Tax Rate

10%

MIXED

Risk Level

Medium

Typical Turnover

IDR 5 Billion - 200 Billion per year

Tax Challenges

PBJT vs VAT Confusion

Hotels do not collect 11% VAT but 10% PBJT paid to local government. Corporate guests often request tax invoices that cannot be issued.

Service Charge and Article 21 Income Tax

10% service charge distributed to employees is taxable income that must be withheld for Article 21 Income Tax.

Multi-Outlet with Different Taxes

Restaurants, spa, and laundry within hotels may have different PBJT treatment than rooms.

Our Tax Solutions

1

Integrated PBJT Reporting

Preparing monthly PBJT reporting systems separating room services, F&B, and other facilities according to local government provisions.

  • Penalty-free
  • Accurate reporting
  • Good local government relations
2

Article 21 Income Tax Service Charge

Setup of Article 21 Income Tax calculation on service charge distribution to employees proportionally.

  • Compliance maintained
  • Employees satisfied
  • Withholding proof on time
3

Corporate Income Tax Planning

Optimization of deductible expenses to reduce annual Corporate Income Tax burden.

  • Efficient tax burden
  • Good cash flow
  • Investment planning

Related Tax Regulations

UU HKPD

Law No. 1/2022 on Central and Regional Financial Relations

Regulates Certain Goods and Services Tax (PBJT) on Hospitality Services up to maximum 10% collected by local government.

UU PPN

Law No. 42/2009 on Value Added Tax

Hospitality services are exempt from central VAT because they are already subject to regional PBJT.

PPh Pasal 21

Income Tax on Salaries and Service Charge

Article 21 Income Tax withholding on employee salaries and service charge distribution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Must hotels become PKP?

For hospitality services, PKP is not mandatory because exempt from VAT. However if there is merchandise sales or other VAT-taxable services, evaluation is needed.

What if guests request tax invoices for claims?

Hotels cannot issue VAT tax invoices for room services. Explain that PBJT is a local tax, different from central VAT.

Is service charge subject to PBJT?

Yes. Service charge is part of hospitality service value subject to 10% PBJT before distribution to employees.

Is Arunika Consulting officially licensed as a tax consultant?

Yes. We are registered tax consultants and support clients with compliant, professional tax advisory and representation.

What should I do if I receive an SP2DK letter or tax audit notice?

Contact us early. We help analyze the risk, prepare supporting documents, draft the response, and assist discussions with the tax office.

How much tax saving can tax planning deliver?

It depends on your structure and transactions. We identify legal efficiencies, incentives, and reporting improvements without crossing into tax evasion.