JAKARTA - The Online Ojek Driver Association (Ojol) of the Indonesian Guard welcomed and appreciated the digital transportation application companies GoTo and Grab which are committed to implementing a 8 percent application fee reduction starting July 1, 2026.
This policy is considered an important step in creating a more fair and sustainable online transportation ecosystem for online motorcycle taxi drivers in Indonesia.
The Chairman of the Indonesian Guard, Raden Igun Wicaksono, said that the implementation of the 8 percent application deduction was a form of compliance with Presidential Regulation (Perpres) Number 27 of 2026 concerning the Protection of Online Transportation Workers.
"Garda Indonesia welcomes and appreciates GoTo and Grab's commitment to implement the provision of a 8 percent reduction in application costs in accordance with the mandate of Presidential Regulation Number 27 of 2026 which is effective starting July 1, 2026," said Igun in his statement.
According to him, this policy is a step forward in improving the welfare of ojol drivers as well as strengthening a healthier partnership between application companies and driver partners.
The Guard Requests All Online Transportation Applications to Comply with Rules
In addition to giving appreciation to GoTo and Grab, the Indonesian National Police also asked all other online transportation application companies to comply with the provision of a 8 percent application fee reduction without exception.
Igun emphasized that all digital platforms are required to implement the policy simultaneously starting July 1, 2026 in accordance with applicable regulations.
The Indonesian National Guard also appreciates the support of the government, the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia, and various stakeholders who have also fought for the birth of this policy.
The form of the Task Force for Monitoring the Implementation of the 8 Percent Application Reduction
As a form of support for the implementation of regulations, the Indonesian National Guard stated that it was ready to work constructively with the government, the House of Representatives, application companies, and all related stakeholders.
To ensure that policies run optimally and transparently, the Indonesian National Police has prepared digital infrastructure as a means of participatory supervision.
Through the official website of the Indonesian National Police, drivers and the public can submit reports and complaints if they find suspected violations or inconsistencies in the application of the 8 percent application deduction.
In addition, the Indonesian National Guard also formed a Task Force for the Implementation of 8 Percent Presidential Decree Number 27 of 2026 which is tasked with receiving aspirations, reports, and overseeing the implementation of policies in the field.
"This task force was formed as a means of joint supervision and a channel for aspirations for online taxi drivers throughout Indonesia. We hope that the implementation of this regulation will run consistently, transparently, and provide real benefits for the welfare of driver partners," said Igun.
Six Month Evaluation
Although fully supporting the policy, the Indonesian National Guard emphasized that the implementation of a 8 percent application discount specifically for ride hailing or passenger transportation services will be evaluated in the next six months.
The evaluation was carried out to identify various obstacles, shortcomings, and complaints that emerged during the implementation period.
One important note that concerns the Guard is the existence of additional fees charged to customers by the application platform.
According to Igun, the additional cost has the potential to create a negative perception because the tariff paid by customers is considered quite large, while the revenue received by drivers does not necessarily reflect the application deduction of 8 percent.
"We hope that application companies can review the various additional fees charged to customers so that transparency and fairness can be created for all parties," he said.
Delivery of Goods and Food
The Indonesian National Guard also highlighted that the implementation of the 8 percent application cut is currently still focused on passenger transportation services.
In the future, the organization hopes that a similar policy can be applied to delivery services for goods and food.
However, the Guard has given the app company and the government six months to conduct an evaluation before a wider implementation is carried out in early 2027.
"We will first examine the feasibility of applying a 8 percent application discount for goods and food delivery services so that the policy implemented really benefits all parties," explained Igun.
Encourage the Formation of the Online Transportation Bill
The Indonesian National Police hopes that all ojol drivers in Indonesia can actively participate in escorting the implementation of Presidential Regulation Number 27 of 2026 by providing constructive and field-based input.
The input is expected to be the basis for the preparation of the Online Transportation Bill (RUU) which is targeted to be discussed in the 2027-2028 period.
"Our hope is that the implementation of this Presidential Regulation will be the foundation for the birth of a more comprehensive regulation through the Online Transportation Bill which is able to provide legal certainty, protection, and welfare for all online transportation drivers in Indonesia," he concluded.
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