All passengers arriving in Indonesia from overseas must follow the country’s mandatory customs procedures. This includes the policies enforced by Indonesian customs, in addition to standard Indonesian visa regulations.
A completed Customs Declaration Form—also called the e-CD or BC 2.2—is required to pass through customs on arrival in Indonesia. This is an obligatory rule that all visitors must follow.
The following page explains:
- What the e-CD Customs Declaration Form is
- How to complete the e-CD online
- What you can and can not bring into Indonesia
- Clearing customs with the declaration form
What Is the e-CD Customs Declaration Form?
The Customs Declaration (BC 2.2) is a mandatory document which requires passengers to declare what goods they’re carrying into Indonesia.
The declaration allows customs officials to monitor what visitors are bringing into the country. Some goods do not require additional checks, while other items require legal permission as they could be subject to import duties or a specific license or permit.
Arrivals must state on their e-CD form if their passenger luggage (Barang Penumpang in Indonesian) contains goods that are restricted under Indonesia law. This then determines which channel (red or green) they can pass through at customs.
Do I Need a Customs Declaration Form for Indonesia?
Yes, all passengers arriving in Indonesia must complete the e-CD Customs Declaration Form.
The procedure is a mandatory requirement to enter the country. This includes those who do not have any restricted goods.
A declaration form must be completed each time you enter Indonesia. If you’re traveling as a family, only 1 form is required.
Do I need an e-CD form to visit Bali?
The Indonesia Customs Declaration Form is required to visit all parts of the country, including Bali.
The same rules apply to anywhere else you intend to visit in Indonesia, such as Jakarta and Java.
If you’re visiting Bali, you’ll also need to pay the Bali Tourist Tax. It’s compulsory for all tourists entering the Bali region.
It’s easy to pay the Bali Tourist Tax online in advance of your trip.
How to Complete the e-CD Customs Declaration Form
Previously, the Customs Declaration Form for Indonesia was a physical paper document that was handed to passengers on the plane. Indonesia has now streamlined the process with an online e-CD service.
The electronic e-CD declaration speeds up the process for passengers by allowing them to complete the form before they travel. It also digitalizes the procedure, removing the need for a physical document.
Conveniently, you can complete your Customs Declaration Form when you apply for an Indonesian visa through this website.
When you’re at the payment stage of the Indonesia visa application form, simply check the box “Add Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration”. The cost of this additional service is just 39 USD.
Filling out your Customs Declaration online before you travel can help you avoid unnecessary delays when you arrive.
How long does it take to get an e-CD form?
If you apply for your e-CD declaration through this site with your Indonesia visa application, the general turnaround time is 2 business days.
If you need your form quickly, there’s a 1-hour priority service available. Simply select this option when you start the application.
Embassy registration with the e-CD declaration
If you’re a citizen of Canada, the UK, or the US, you have the option to register with your embassy when you complete your e-CD form through our site.
By selecting embassy registration on your form, you can receive travel updates and advice for your trip to Indonesia. In addition, you can be easily contacted and/located if there’s an emergency.
What Do I Need to Declare on the e-CD Customs Declaration Form?
Travelers must declare the following items at Indonesia customs:
- Items from the list of prohibited or restricted goods
- Goods subject to import duty
- Currency above the permitted amount of IDR 100,000,000
Concealment of prohibited goods or false declarations will be prosecuted per Indonesian law. Goods that do not get Indonesia’s customs clearance may be confiscated.
Indonesia’s restricted goods may change at short notice. Travelers must check the latest customs declaration information before departure.
Read on to find out what is considered prohibited or restricted by Indonesian customs.
What Cannot Be Brought into Indonesia?
Some items are completely prohibited in Indonesia, while others are prohibited without a special license.
Prohibited goods in Indonesia
You cannot bring any of the following items into Indonesia:
- Narcotics
- Psychotropic substances
- Precursors
- Drugs
- Firearms
- Air guns
- Sharp weapons
- Ammunition
- Explosives
- Pornographic objects/publications
Prohibited goods in Indonesia without a license
The following items are prohibited without a special license and cannot be carried into Indonesia:
- Animals
- Fish and/or plants, including products derived from animals, fish and/or plants
Indonesia Imports Duty-Free Limits
Each passenger over the age of 18 years old may import the maximum amounts shown:
- Tobacco: 200 cigarettes/ 25 cigars or 100 grams of tobacco
- Alcohol: 1 liter of liquor
- Perfume: a reasonable amount
- Personal goods: up to a value of 500 USD
Goods such as camera and video equipment, laptops, and cell phones do not count in the personal goods allowance provided they are taken back with them when leaving Indonesia.
Passengers carrying more than the stated quantity of each product must pay import duty, VAT, and income tax for the difference.
Limits on Taking Currency into Indonesia
Foreign currency above the equivalent of IDR 100,000,000 (around $6400 USD) must be declared. Currency equal to or above the value of IDR 1,000,000,000 is prohibited.
An approval letter from either the Central Bank or External Affairs is required to carry local currency (Indonesian Rupiah, IDR) in amounts exceeding IDR 100,000,000 into the country.
Taking Prescription Medicine into Indonesia
Individuals who need to travel to Indonesia with medicine should carry a copy of the prescription, which should cover the full quantity of medication. It must be clear that the medicine is for personal use only.
Foreign nationals should be aware that certain prescription drugs available in their home country may be illegal in Indonesia. It’s important to check with a doctor and the Indonesian embassy before departure.
Traveling to Indonesia with Pets
Dogs and cats may be taken into Indonesia provided they have a permit issued by the Directorate General of Livestock Service. They must also have good health and rabies certificates, depending on the country or origin. Vaccinations must be administered between 30 days and 1 year before travel.
Birds also require a permit and health certificate. All pets undergo quarantine on arrival, the Animal Quarantine Office should be notified 2 days before departure.
The import of animals that could carry a risk of rabies through Denpasar in Bali is not permitted, except in transit.
Clearing Indonesia Customs with the e-CD Form
After presenting the passport and Indonesia visa at immigration, travelers must then pass through customs clearance.
All goods carried into Indonesia are subject to an Indonesian Customs and Excise officer inspection. This applies to travelers arriving at an international airport or any Indonesian land or sea borders.
Passengers must present their completed Indonesia Customs Declaration Form, or the QR code for the online form, to the customs officer at the inspection gate.
Hand luggage that goes through the red channel is inspected through a baggage scanner and the customs inspection gate. Random checks are also carried out by officers.
Luggage Clearance for Passengers in Transit in Indonesia
Passengers transiting through Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) airport or Medan Kuala Namu (KNO) to another Indonesian airport must label luggage to these airports for clearance on arrival. Transit passengers need to collect their luggage and check-in again.
The luggage of passengers transiting through Indonesia en route to a different country is exempt.
