By Carola Monintja
In line with Indonesia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its intellectual property framework, the Law No. 65 of 2024 (Third Amendment to the Patent Law) introduces a clear requirement for all patent holders to submit an annual Statement of Working for every granted Indonesian patent.
At its core, the Statement of Working is a simple declaration confirming whether and to what extent a patented invention has been implemented or utilized in Indonesia. This initiative reflects the government’s aim to ensure patents contribute to national development, technology transfer, and local industry growth.
Key Takeaways
- Annual Compliance is Now Mandatory – All granted Indonesian patents must submit a yearly Statement of Working to stay compliant with Law No. 65 of 2024.
- Simple but Crucial Submission – Only a signed declaration is needed for now, but non-submission for three consecutive years risks compulsory licensing.
- Stay Ahead of Enforcement Changes – Submitting early ensures compliance before potential introduction of official fees or stricter rules.
- Proactive Engagement Matters – Direct communication with DGIP helps patent owners stay informed and maintain regulatory readiness.
Stay Compliant with Indonesia’s New Patent Law
Our Direct Engagement with DGIP
To provide clarity for our clients, our team has proactively engaged with officers from the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) to better understand how this new requirement will be enforced.
Based on DGIP’s written confirmation to us in early October 2025, we highlight the following key points:
- The Statement of Working must be submitted by the end of each calendar year.
- The obligation applies to all active patents.
- It must be submitted annually until the patent expires.
- The requirement has been effective since 28 October 2024.
- There is no immediate penalty for non-submission in the same year. Submission can still proceed once ready.
- Late submission is permitted together with the next annuity payment.
- Failure to submit for three (03) consecutive years may expose the patent to compulsory licensing.
- Submissions are made to the Director of Patents, DTLST and Trade Secrets, and are currently free of charge (no official fee).
- The official form template can be downloaded here:
🔗 https://dgip.go.id/unduhan/formulir?kategori=paten&keyword=pelaksanaan+paten
Submission Made Simple
The Statement of Working only requires the Applicant’s signature and no supporting documents at this stage. You may access and complete the form directly from DGIP’s website as provided in item 9.
For active granted Indonesian patents, we recommend submitting the Statement by 31 December 2025 wherever possible to stay ahead of any procedural changes or possible introduction of official fees once full enforcement begins.
Should you need assistance in preparing or submitting your Statement of Working, our team is ready to help.
Ongoing Developments
We will provide further updates once discussions on regulatory framework within the DGIP are finalized, particularly regarding any new official fees, documentation requirements, and clarifications on the calculation of filing deadlines.
While DGIP has not indicated when these discussions will be concluded, we remain in active communication with the authorities and will promptly inform you of any confirmed developments.
Our direct engagement with DGIP reflects our continued commitment to safeguarding patent owners’ interests and keeping clients informed of evolving IP regulations in Indonesia.
For further clarification or assistance, please reach out to our team.