If you hold a patent in Indonesia, this is your annual wake-up call: the Statement of Working (SOW) is due 31 December 2025. This isn’t optional. Under Article 20A of Indonesia’s 2024 Patent Law, patent holders are required to report on whether they are actually using their patents in Indonesia.
Why does this matter? Because failing to submit the SOW isn’t just a clerical slip — it’s non-compliance with the law. Since 2016, Indonesia has made it clear: if you don’t make or use your patented invention locally, you risk a compulsory license or, worse, partial or full invalidation of your patent. The 2024 law simply reinforces that risk.
So what should you do? Prepare and submit your Statement of Working before the 31 December 2025 deadline. And don’t forget: this isn’t a one-time task — it’s an annual requirement. Filing on time keeps you compliant and shields your patent rights in Indonesia.
The takeaway: if your patent isn’t actively used in Indonesia, or if you haven’t filed your SOW, it’s time to act. The law doesn’t wait — and neither should you.
For foreign patent holders, we have a FAQ set up on the Statement of Work; where and when it is required. It can be found at the bottom of the page here: https://fishiplaw.com/faqs/patent-faqs/faq-foreign-filing/