DJP Explains Process for Lifting Blocked Accounts of Tax Defaulters

JAKARTA — The Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) has confirmed that blocking accounts of tax defaulters is temporary. The block is implemented to secure assets for tax debt repayment. Inge Diana Rismawanti, Director of Tax Education, Services, and Public Relations at the DJP, stated the action is part of tax law enforcement. It is carried out professionally, measured, and in accordance with Ministry of Finance Regulation (PMK) No. 61 of 2023 on Tax Collection Procedures. “Account blocking is part of the tax collection process that follows established procedures. Taxpayers still have the right to settle their obligations,” Inge told Kompas.com on Friday, 29 May 2026. Financial transactions via the blocked account are also prohibited. However, the account balance remains accessible. Funds will not be reduced except for tax debt repayment. Inge noted that account blocking can indeed affect taxpayers’ financial activities. Therefore, the DJP urges prompt settlement of tax arrears to lift the account block. The DJP assured taxpayers can settle obligations via mechanisms outlined in PMK No. 61 of 2023. These include paying the tax debt and collection fees, using blocked funds for payment, applying for instalments or payment deferral, or providing other assets as collateral. “If tax obligations are fulfilled, the DJP will promptly lift the block in accordance with procedures,” Inge said. Taxpayers are also urged to meet tax obligations on time and promptly settle any arrears. The public can also access DJP services, including tax consultation and instalment payment applications. Inge stressed the DJP prioritises fairness, legal certainty, and transparency in tax law enforcement. “Law enforcement is consistently applied to protect state revenue and encourage voluntary taxpayer compliance,” she said. Inge added that tax compliance is a tangible public contribution to national development financing.