Indonesia Shifts Crypto Oversight to OJK in 2025 Regulatory Overhaul

Indonesia's cryptocurrency landscape underwent a significant transformation in 2025 as regulatory authority transitioned from Bappebti to the Financial Services Authority (OJK). The move signals growing institutional recognition of digital assets in Southeast Asia's largest economy.

The OJK has already issued 19 Digital Financial Asset (DFA) trading licenses, with 11 more under review. This licensing framework extends beyond trading platforms to include clearing houses, custodians, and settlement institutions—creating a comprehensive regulatory ecosystem for crypto markets.

New capital requirements and customer onboarding guidelines accompany stricter tax policies. Cryptocurrency transactions now face both income tax and VAT obligations, reflecting their formalized status in Indonesia's financial system.