Support obtaining a tax residency certificate (Certificate of Domicile / DGT Form) in Indonesia
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What you need to know
The Certificate of Domicile (Surat Keterangan Domisili / SKD), also known as the DGT Form or Certificate of Tax Residency, is an official document issued by the Indonesian tax authorities confirming the tax residency of an individual or legal entity.
The certificate is used to apply double tax treaties (Double Tax Treaty) and to confirm tax status before foreign government authorities, banks, financial institutions and foreign counterparties. Our specialists support clients at every stage of obtaining the certificate — from checking eligibility to receiving the finished document.
What the service includes
Advice on the requirements for obtaining a Certificate of Domicile (SKD / DGT Form)
Analysis of compliance with tax law requirements
Preparation of a complete set of documents
Support with filing the application with the Indonesian tax authorities
Liaison with the tax office if additional information is required
Obtaining the finished certificate
Advice on the further use of the document
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Upon completion of the service, the client receives:
• an official Certificate of Domicile (SKD / DGT Form);
• confirmation of tax residency in Indonesia;
• a document for applying double tax treaties (where the relevant grounds exist);
• the ability to present the certificate to foreign government authorities, banks and foreign counterparties;
• advice on the further use of the document.
How we work
011. Initial consultation
We review the client's situation, determine the grounds for obtaining the certificate and check compliance with tax law requirements.
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2. Document preparation
We review the available documents, compile a complete set and, if necessary, advise on filling in any missing information.
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3. Filing the application
We support the submission of documents to the Indonesian tax authorities and advise on the application review procedure.
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4. Support during review
If necessary, we liaise with the tax authorities and help prepare additional documents or explanations.
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5. Obtaining the certificate
We obtain the finished Certificate of Domicile (SKD / DGT Form) and hand it over to the client.
Required documents for individuals:
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Passport
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KITAS or KITAP (if available)
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NPWP (tax number)
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Proof of residential address
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Additional documents as requested by the tax authority
Required documents for legal entities:
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Company constituent documents
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Company NPWP
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Company NIB
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Details of the director and shareholders
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Company tax returns (if necessary)
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Additional documents as requested by the tax authority
Frequently asked questions
The document confirms Indonesian tax resident status and can be used to apply international double tax treaties, as well as in dealings with foreign government authorities, banks and counterparties.
A Certificate of Domicile can be obtained by individuals and legal entities that meet the requirements of Indonesian tax law.
In many cases, the procedure can be arranged remotely through a representative, provided the necessary authority and documents are in place.
The processing time depends on the completeness of the documents submitted and the time the Indonesian tax authorities take to review the application.
The document's validity period is determined by tax law requirements and the purposes for which it is used. If necessary, our specialists will advise on obtaining the certificate again or on its use in a specific jurisdiction.