Indonesia Employment Guide

Indonesia Employment Guide

Indonesia is in Southeast Asia, made up of ~17,000 islands, bordering the Pacific (east) and Indian Ocean (west). It has ~270 million people (the world’s 4th most populous); Indonesian is official, and Jakarta is the capital. Its diversified economy values services, manufacturing and agriculture, with export-oriented manufacturing, mineral resources and tourism playing key roles. Labor laws (per Manpower Law) protect wages, hours, leave and social security. Standard workweek: 40 hours (overtime needs extra pay). Salaries are usually monthly (avg. IDR 5.5 million pre-tax). Laws cover paid leave and protect contract/temp workers, balancing interests for a fair, flexible labor market.

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Currency

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)

Capital

Jakarta

Official language

Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia)

Salary Cycle

Monthly

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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.

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