Taxation KBLI 05200 Risk High

Precision Oil & Gas Tax Compliance

PSC tax planning, cost recovery audit, and upstream oil & gas fiscal incentive optimization

Tax Rate

22%

PPH TARIF-UMUM

Risk Level

High

Typical Turnover

IDR 500 Billion - 50 Trillion per year

Tax Challenges

PSC Tax Regime Complexity

Each PSC generation has different fiscal provisions: 44% corporate tax (old PSC) vs 22% (gross split), different DMO, FTP, and investment credits.

Oil & Gas VAT and Refunds

Significant input VAT on operating costs and a refund process requiring strict documentation.

Branch Profit Tax and Transfer Pricing

Foreign contractors are subject to 20% branch profit tax after corporate tax, plus transfer pricing documentation obligations.

Our Tax Solutions

1

PSC Tax Compliance & Planning

Managing tax obligations according to the PSC regime including tax entitlement calculation and contractor tax obligations.

  • 100% tax compliance
  • Smooth tax audits
  • Fiscal incentives utilized
2

VAT Recovery Management

Tracking system for refundable input VAT with complete documentation to accelerate refunds.

  • Faster refunds
  • Optimal cash flow
  • Audit-ready documentation
3

International Tax Structuring

Optimizing international tax structure including tax treaty benefits, branch profit tax, and transfer pricing compliance.

  • Efficient BPT
  • Treaty benefits
  • TP documentation compliant

Related Tax Regulations

UU 22/2001

Oil and Gas Law

Legal basis for upstream and downstream oil & gas activities including PSC fiscal regime

PP 79/2010

Oil & Gas Operating Costs and Tax

Provisions on recoverable operating costs and income tax treatment in upstream oil & gas

PP 27/2017

Oil & Gas Fiscal Regime

Changes to PSC fiscal regime including gross split and tax incentives

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the corporate tax rate for oil & gas companies?

For older PSC generations (pre-2010), corporate tax is 44% including 20% government share credited. For gross split PSCs, the general rate of 22% applies. Cost recovery PSCs have special provisions: tax borne by government on certain contracts. Each contract must be checked individually.

Is upstream oil & gas subject to VAT?

Upstream oil & gas is subject to VAT, but there are facilities for VAT not collected on imports and certain goods/services per applicable regulations. Input VAT related to facility-receiving activities may be refunded.

What is branch profit tax and how is it calculated?

BPT is 20% tax on taxable income of a PE after deducting corporate tax (effective 20% × 78% = 15.6% of net profit). BPT may be reduced or eliminated under tax treaties if the head office is in a treaty country. PEs must maintain TP documentation.

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.