How are pensions taxed under the Indonesia-United States tax treaty?
The Indonesia-United States tax treaty sets the withholding rate on pensions at 15%. This means the country paying the pension may withhold up to 15% at source. The recipient's country of residence will typically provide a credit or exemption for this withholding to avoid double taxation. Social security benefits are subject to a separate rate of 30% under this treaty. This 15% rate compares to a median of 0% across Indonesia's 31 active treaty partners, and 0% across United States's 64 active partners.
Network Comparison
Indonesia
Rank 31 of 31 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Turkey (0%), Vietnam (0%), South Africa (0%)
United States
Rank 59 of 64 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Venezuela (0%), Vietnam (0%), Canada (15%)
Higher rates with: South Africa (15%), Denmark (30%), France (30%)
Sources
- United States Treaty Reference(treaty text)
- IRS Table 1 (Withholding Rates)(rate table)
Data last reviewed: 2026-04-07