Indonesia Employment Guide

Paid Time Off Policy for Indonesian Workforce

Full-time employees at SailGlobal are entitled to 12 days of paid time off (PTO) annually. This benefit accrues at a rate of one day per month of service. Employees become eligible for PTO after completing their first year of employment. Part-time team members do not receive paid vacation benefits under our current policy framework.

National Public Holidays in Indonesia

Indonesia recognizes 15 official public holidays throughout the calendar year. These government-mandated holidays include:

1. New Year's Day (January 1)
2. Chinese New Year (Date varies)
3. Isra Mi'raj (Prophet Muhammad's Ascension)
4. Nyepi (Balinese Day of Silence)
5. Good Friday
6. Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan)
7. Labor Day (May 1)
8. Ascension Day of Jesus Christ
9. Pancasila Day (June 1)
10. Vesak Day (Buddha's Birthday)
11. Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice)
12. Islamic New Year
13. Indonesian Independence Day (August 17)
14. Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
15. Christmas Day (December 25)

Practical Implications for International Employers

Companies like SailGlobal operating in Indonesia must carefully navigate these holiday provisions. For instance, when planning critical projects, HR departments should account for the extended breaks during major religious celebrations like Eid al-Fitr, where employees typically take additional leave days beyond the official holiday period.