Property brokers required to obtain certification from October 2026

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The government is tightening regulations in the property services sector. One key policy to be implemented is the mandatory certification for property agents, effective from October 2026. The rule aims to enhance professionalism among agents and prevent fraudulent practices in the property sector.

According to him, the certification requirement will apply to agents handling both primary and secondary property transactions. Each agent will be required to hold an individual professional certification.

‘From October this year, when enforced, every agent must have their own certificate,’ said Vemby, Chairman of the Banten Provincial DPD AREBI, on Friday, 29 May 2026.

The certification falls under LSP BPI, or the Indonesian Property Broker Professional Certification Body. The system is similar to professional certification in the insurance industry.

Vemby stated that the government is now streamlining the entire property transaction chain, from agents and developers to notaries. This move comes as property transaction values continue to rise annually.

‘The government is tracing the chain from agents to developers to notaries to systematise the process,’ he said.

He added that the new regulation also aims to curb traditional brokers who have operated without clear competency standards.

‘Traditional brokers will face tighter regulations. No longer allowed to simply assist in sales without rules,’ Vemby said.

Aside from enhancing professionalism, the certification is expected to increase public confidence during high-value property transactions.

Vemby noted consumer protection is increasingly important as property transaction values now reach billions of rupiah. Therefore, property agents must have clear legal standing and accountability.

‘The value of property is growing. The government wants to prevent fraud or money being stolen,’ he said.

He added that oversight is also directed at preventing land mafia practices, which have surfaced in several regions including South Jakarta.

‘The more severe issue is land mafia. This is what we aim to prevent with stricter systems,’ Vemby said.