Importing Into 🇮🇩 Indonesia
De Minimis Threshold
US$3
USD $3 (per shipment)
Shipments below this value may enter without customs duty. VAT may still apply depending on local rules.
Indonesia drastically lowered its de minimis threshold from USD $75 to USD $3 per consignment in January 2020 (PMK 199/2019) to protect domestic industry from cheap imported e-commerce goods. VAT (11%) and income tax withholding apply to goods above $3. Goods for personal use up to 3 times per month may have some relief.
As of: 2020-01-30
VAT / GST on Imports
11%
Applied on the customs value (CIF — cost, insurance, freight) plus any applicable duties.
Required Documentation
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 01 | Customs Import Declaration (Pemberitahuan Impor Barang — PIB) |
| 02 | Commercial Invoice |
| 03 | Packing List |
| 04 | Airway Bill or Bill of Lading |
| 05 | Certificate of Origin (ASEAN Form D, etc.) |
| 06 | Import Licence (API — Angka Pengenal Importir) |
| 07 | BPOM notification/registration letter (for food, drugs, cosmetics) |
| 08 | SDPPI type approval certificate (for electronics) |
Requirements vary by shipment value, HS chapter, and origin country. Learn about each document type →
Restricted Import Categories
- ⚠Firearms and weapons (National Police permit required)
- ⚠Certain medicines and narcotics (BPOM registration required)
- ⚠Alcohol (excise and import duties apply; limited quantities duty-free)
- ⚠Food and beverages (BPOM registration required for commercial imports)
- ⚠Electronic goods (SDPPI type approval required)
- ⚠Vehicles (Ministry of Industry and Trade permit)
- ⚠Cultural objects and antiques
Prohibited Import Categories
- ✗Narcotics and psychotropic substances (death penalty for trafficking)
- ✗Pornographic materials
- ✗Counterfeit goods
- ✗Weapons without permits
- ✗Products from protected species
- ✗Publications insulting to Indonesian ideology or religion
Special Notes
- 01Indonesia applies import duties ranging from 0% to 150% depending on the product.
- 02VAT rate is 11% (increased from 10% in April 2022).
- 03Luxury Goods Sales Tax (PPnBM) applies to items like motor vehicles, electronics, and luxury goods.
- 04Indonesia is a member of ASEAN; ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) provides preferential rates.
- 05The National Single Window (INSW) facilitates trade documentation.
- 06Imports of products requiring BPOM (Food and Drug Authority) registration can face significant delays.
- 07Halal certification may be required for certain food and consumer goods.
Documented Import Rules
Used Clothing (Commercial)
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Import ban on used clothing
Vape / E-Cigarette
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Vape / E-Cigarette requires declaration / permit for personal import into Indonesia.
Alcohol / Spirits
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Alcohol / Spirits requires declaration / permit for personal import into Indonesia.
Tobacco Cigarettes
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Tobacco Cigarettes requires declaration / permit for personal import into Indonesia.
CBD Oil
🇮🇩 Indonesia
CBD Oil is generally prohibited for personal import into Indonesia.
Cannabis Seeds
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Cannabis Seeds is generally prohibited for personal import into Indonesia.
Sterilised hemp seeds (food grade)
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Sterilised hemp seeds (food grade) requires declaration / permit for personal import into Indonesia.
Codeine (Medication)
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Codeine (Medication) requires declaration / permit for personal import into Indonesia.
Adderall (Medication)
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Adderall (Medication) requires declaration / permit for personal import into Indonesia.
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