🇮🇩 Import Customs & Duties: Indonesia
Quick Facts
Duty-free threshold
$3
Packages under $3, duty free
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
CIF value + duty. Rate increased from 10% to 11% in 2022, planned to reach 12% by 2025. Luxury goods subject to additional sales tax (PPnBM) up to 200%.
Clearance Time
3-10 days
typical processing
Note: VAT nominally 12% since 2025 (effective ~11% via special calculation). Very low de minimis; duty applies to almost all imports
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-15% | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 15-25% | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 15-30% | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-30% | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-10% | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 10-15% | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 10-15% | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
Import Duty Calculator
Below de minimis threshold, no duty!: $3 USD
Customs Clearance Process
Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) uses INSW (Indonesia National Single Window) and CEISA electronic system. Importer identification number (API) required. ASEAN, RCEP, and bilateral FTAs provide preferential rates.
What to Actually Expect
INSW single window improving. High duties on many goods. Customs can request physical inspection.
Required Documents
Commercial Invoice
Item description, quantity, value, sender and receiver details
Packing List
Detailed description of contents in each package
Customs Declaration (CN22/CN23)
Required for postal shipments
Air Waybill (AWB)
Generated by the carrier when booking the shipment
Certificate of Origin
May be required for reduced duties (FTA/preferential rates)
Export/Import License
For restricted goods (electronics, medicines, chemicals)
Import License Requirements
API (Angka Pengenal Importir) required. BPOM for food, drugs, cosmetics. SNI certification for many consumer goods. POSTEL for telecom devices. Halal certification increasingly required for food and cosmetics.
Certificate of Origin
Form D for ASEAN trade. Form E for ACFTA (China). RCEP certificate. Indonesia Chamber of Commerce (KADIN) issues non-preferential certificates. SKA (Surat Keterangan Asal) system.
Learn more →Prohibited & Restricted Items
Prohibited
- xNarcotics and illegal drugs
- xExplosives and flammable materials
- xWeapons and ammunition
- xCounterfeit goods
- xCounterfeit currency and documents
Restricted (permit required)
- !Medicines and pharmaceuticals
- !Food and beverages
- !Plants and seeds
- !Electronics (lithium batteries)
- !Perfumes and cosmetics (volume limits)
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Duty & Tax Estimate
Estimated import charges when shipping goods to Indonesia:
| Goods Value | Duty | VAT/Tax | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $4 | $6 | $10 |
| $100 | $7 | $13 | $20 |
| $200 | $15 | $26 | $41 |
| $500 | $37 | $64 | $102 |
| $1000 | $75 | $129 | $204 |
Estimates only. Actual duties depend on product category and HS code.
Popular routes to Indonesia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duty-free threshold for Indonesia?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Indonesia is $3. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Indonesia?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Indonesia is 12%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. Rate increased from 10% to 11% in 2022, planned to reach 12% by 2025. Luxury goods subject to additional sales tax (PPnBM) up to 200%.
How long does customs clearance take in Indonesia?
Typical customs clearance in Indonesia takes 3-10 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Indonesia?
To import into Indonesia, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Indonesia?
Indonesia prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.