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Indonesia Entry Guide 2026
Last updated: 2026-01-08
Complete guide to Indonesian customs regulations and entry requirements
Indonesian Customs (DJBC) enforces regulations at all entry points. Indonesia has extremely strict drug laws (death penalty) and restrictions on certain items due to religious considerations. Visa on Arrival is available for many nationalities at major airports.
Entry Process
- 1Complete e-CD (Electronic Customs Declaration) via mobile app before arrival
- 2Obtain Visa on Arrival if required (pay at counter or online)
- 3Proceed to immigration and passport control
- 4Collect checked baggage
- 5Pass through customs (Red/Green channel)
Prohibited Items
- Drugs & NarcoticsDEATH PENALTY for drug offenses - zero tolerance
- Weapons & AmmunitionAll weapons strictly prohibited
- Pornographic MaterialsAll pornographic content illegal
- Printed Matter Against IndonesiaPublications against state ideology prohibited
Duty-Free Allowances
- Alcohol1L total
- Tobacco200 cigarettes OR 25 cigars OR 100g tobacco
- Personal Goods$500 per person or $1,000 per family
- CashMust declare IDR 100 million+ (≈$6,500) or equivalent
Declaration Tips
- • Drug laws are EXTREMELY strict - death penalty is enforced
- • Complete e-CD before arrival to speed up customs
- • Alcohol to Bali is allowed but restricted in Aceh province
- • Electronics may be subject to import duties