Steps to Report Taxes Online 2025, Don't Be Late!

Kapanlagi.com - The year 2025 is just around the corner, and for taxpayers, it’s time to prepare to report your Annual Income Tax Return (SPT) ! This is an annual obligation that must be fulfilled as a form of compliance with tax regulations in Indonesia. The government, through the Directorate General of Taxes (DJP), has simplified the tax reporting process. With the e-Filing service, you can now report taxes online without the hassle of going to the tax office.

According to Announcement Number PENG-p/PJ.09/2025 from the Ministry of Finance, remember, the deadline for reporting the Annual Tax Return for individual taxpayers is March 31, 2025. Meanwhile, for corporate taxpayers, the deadline is April 30, 2025. Don’t be late, as it could result in fines and official warnings from the authorities.

To avoid penalties, it is highly recommended that you understand how to report taxes online properly. We will share a complete guide on how to report taxes through e-Filing quickly and easily.

1. Preparation Before Reporting Taxes

Before starting the reporting process, there are several documents that must be prepared by the taxpayer. Without these documents, the process of filling out and submitting the tax return (SPT) may encounter obstacles.

Required Documents:

• Form 1721 A1 or A2: Used for private employees and civil servants, this form contains details of income for one tax year.
• Electronic Filing Identification Number (EFIN): An identification number issued by the tax office (DJP) to access e-Filing services.
• Other Income Data: If you have additional income, debts, or other assets that must be reported, ensure that this data is available.

If the taxpayer does not have an EFIN, they must go to the nearest Tax Service Office (KPP) to activate it. For those who have forgotten their EFIN, they can contact the DJP via phone service, email, or the M-Pajak application.

2. Steps to Report Online Tax Return

Once all documents are ready, taxpayers can directly report their tax return online through the e-Filing service on the official DJP Online website.

Steps:

1. Open the DJP Online Site: Access the official portal at https://djponline.pajak.go.id.
2. Log in to Tax Account: Enter your NIK/NPWP, password, and security code.
3. Select the ‘Report’ Menu and Click ‘e-Filing’: This option will take the taxpayer to the tax return reporting page.
4. Click ‘Create Tax Return’: Answer the questions asked to obtain the appropriate form.
5. Fill in Tax Data Correctly: Enter income information, taxes that have been withheld, and details of other income.
6. Verify and Submit Tax Return: The system will send a verification code via email or SMS.
7. Save Reporting Evidence: After successfully submitting the tax return, the taxpayer will receive an Electronic Receipt (BPE).

3. How to Overcome Forgetting EFIN

For taxpayers who forget their EFIN number, there are several ways to retrieve it without having to go to the KPP.

Alternatives to Retrieve EFIN:

• Contact DJP via phone 1500200.
• Use the Live Chat service on the official DJP website.
• Send an email to: lupa.efin@pajak.go.id.
• Use the M-Pajak application to submit a re-request.

4. Reporting Deadlines and Consequences of Late Submission

To avoid penalties, taxpayers must understand the reporting deadlines.

• Individual Taxpayers: Final deadline March 31, 2025.
• Corporate Taxpayers: Final deadline April 30, 2025.

If the SPT is submitted late, taxpayers may incur penalties as follows:

• Penalty of Rp100,000 for individual taxpayers.
• Penalty of Rp1,000,000 for corporate taxpayers.

Warning notification from DJP which may result in further tax audits.

5. Frequently Asked Questions About Online Tax Reporting

Q: What happens if I fill out the SPT data incorrectly?

A: If there is an error in filling out the data, taxpayers can submit a correction to the SPT through e-Filing by selecting the 'Correction' option.

Q: Do all taxpayers have to report SPT?

A: Yes, all individuals or business entities that have a Tax Identification Number (NPWP) are required to report SPT, even if they have no income for that year.

Q: How can I know if my SPT has been received?

A: After submitting the SPT through e-Filing, taxpayers will receive an Electronic Receipt Confirmation (BPE) via the registered email.

Q: Can I report taxes without an EFIN?

A: No. An EFIN is required to log into the e-Filing system. If you forget or do not have an EFIN, taxpayers must submit a request to the Tax Office (KPP) or through the DJP online service.

(kpl/rmt)