Indonesian Judges Receive Historic Allowance Increase

New Regulation Boosts Judicial Compensation

The Indonesian government has implemented a significant increase in judges' allowances through Government Regulation Number 42/2025. The new regulation brings the highest monthly allowance for judges to Rp110 million, representing a substantial increase from previous levels. This development was confirmed by Suharto, Vice Chairman of the Supreme Court (MA) for Judicial Affairs.

Implementation Timeline and Payment Structure

The new allowance structure is set to take effect starting January 2026. According to Suharto, the implementation typically follows the stipulation in the government regulation. Any back payments for the initial months will be processed accordingly. The payment schedule usually sees January salaries being processed in early December, and February salaries in early January, suggesting that February payments could incorporate the new allowance structure.

Rationale Behind the Significant Increase

This substantial rise in judges' allowances is seen as a measure to enhance judicial integrity and reduce the risk of corruption within the judicial system. By providing judges with more substantial financial compensation, the government aims to create a more robust and impartial judiciary. The increase is expected to have a positive impact on the overall legal system in Indonesia.