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Indonesia has modernised its tax administration system and compliance now begins with Coretax Registration. From 2025 onward, all companies and individuals who operate or earn income in Indonesia must transition to Coretax, the country’s unified digital tax platform.
At LMI Consultancy, we simplify and manage your Coretax activation to ensure seamless compliance, secure onboarding, and full readiness for Indonesia’s digital tax era.
What is Core Tax Registration?
Coretax, officially known as Core Tax Administration System (SIAP DJP), is Indonesia’s fully integrated tax platform developed by the Directorate General of Taxes (DJP).
Launched on 31 December 2024 and fully effective in January 2025, Coretax replaces multiple previous systems, including:
- e-Filing
- e-Faktur
- e-Billing
- e-Registration (ereg.go.id)
- Manual NPWP, SPT, and tax certificate processes
What Coretax Does
Coretax consolidates all major tax functions into one ecosystem, including:
- NPWP registration & data updates
- Annual & monthly tax return (SPT) filing
- e-Billing for tax payment
- e-Faktur (tax invoice) issuance & verification
- Digital tax certificate & e-Signature (Certificate Electronic)
- Audit, compliance, and correspondence
Coretax for Indonesian Tax Administration System
- Mandatory for all registered taxpayers starting 2025
- Required to file corporate & personal tax returns electronically
- Used to create tax billing codes & e-Faktur (faktur pajak perusahaan)
- Ensures compliance with Indonesia’s digital tax regulations
- Supports secure audit trails and faster communication with DJP
The system also integrates with portals like:
- DJP Online (djponline.pajak.go.id)
- efaktur.pajak.go.id
- Online Pajak
- Portal pajak go id
Corporate & Director Coretax Activation with LMI Consultancy
We ensure your business and responsible officers** are fully registered and activated in Coretax, allowing you to run compliant tax operations immediately.
Scope of Services
- Service: Company Coretax Registration Description: Register your company entity in Coretax
- Service: Director / PIC Coretax Registration Description: Coretax activation for 1 director / PIC
- Service: Certificate Electronic Setup Description: e-Certificate activation for issuing digital tax documents
Time Frame
- Processing time: approx. 7 working days
Required Documents
To start your Coretax registration, please prepare:
- Company email & password access
- Director/PIC email & password access
- KTP & NPWP (local PIC)
- Passport + KITAS/KITAP (foreign PIC)
- Director photo
- Selfie holding passport
- Additional documents may be requested by DJP
Coretax vs EFIN: What's the Difference?
Feature | Coretax | EFIN |
|---|---|---|
Purpose | Full digital tax administration | Activates online tax filing access |
Functionality | Filing, billing, e-faktur, audit, communication | Login identity for DJP Online |
Who needs it | Corporations & individuals | Corporations & individuals |
Mandatory? | Yes, starting 2025 | Yes |
Replaces | e-Filing, e-Faktur, e-Billing, e-Registration | N/A (EFIN still required for login) |
Personal Tax vs Corporate Tax EFIN
For reference, we also assist with EFIN registration:
Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
Personal EFIN | For individuals & expatriate taxpayers |
Corporate EFIN | Required for business tax filing & billing |
Register Your Coretax Indonesia with LMI Consultancy
We handle everything from documentation to DJP submission. Our team ensures secure data handling and accuracy throughout the process.
- Consult our tax team
- Submit required documents
- Settlement of service fee
- Registration processing with DJP
- Receive Coretax access & digital certificate
Streamline Tax Reporting in Indonesia with LMI Consultancy
- Consult your inquiry with our professional consultant
- Submit necessary document
- Proceed with the payment
- Application process
- Receive the complete document
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Why Choose LMI Consultancy?
Since 2016, LMI Consultancy has helped thousands of expatriates and investors navigate Indonesia’s regulatory landscape, from visas and business incorporation to tax & compliance services.
We combine legal expertise, ethical practice, and superior client support, ensuring your business operates confidently and compliantly in Indonesia’s evolving digital tax environment.
FAQ
Who needs Coretax registration?
All taxpayers, including companies, directors, and foreigners earning income in Indonesia.
Do I still need EFIN if I use Coretax?
Yes. EFIN remains the secure login authentication credential for DJP online systems.
When must Coretax be activated?
Coretax became mandatory starting January 2025.
What happens if I don’t activate Coretax?
You may be unable to file returns, issue invoices, or make tax payments, leading to compliance risks.
Forgot your EFIN?
Individuals & companies can recover via:
- Call 1500200
- www.pajak.go.id live chat
- M-Pajak app
- Visit local KPP/KP2KP
Disclaimer : Our services in LMI Consultancy provide consulting services focused on ensuring client compliance with applicable immigration and legal regulations in Indonesia. We do not provide or facilitate the production of official government documents, nor do we offer any expedited or preferential access to government services.
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