To say Indonesia is an island country is an understatement: 17,504 of them are spread across more than 5,000 km of equatorial waters and creating 80,000 km of coastline
The 80,000 km of resulting coastlines plus its location across the crucial shipping lanes between China and India has resulted in this country being able to boast:
Being the world's 4th most populous
Home to 700 languages and 600 ethnic groups
An economy in the top 20 of the world
Indonesia is also a very big player in e-commerce. In 2020, it overtook the far more populous India in overall sales value - $40 billion USD.
Combine this with Indonesia's strategic trading position, that can only be positive news for Canadian shippers.
Easily compare the best and cheapest shipping options to Indonesia through a variety of carriers using Secureship
Secureship provides safe and affordable shipping from Canada to Indonesia. in case you are an everyday shopper or a business,
you can easily save up to 50% on your international shipping costs by way of accessing our group buying power.
Shipments through Secureship come with full, easy to read tracking information to Indonesia
Tracking #:780123123123
Tel: 1-800-463-3339
Signed By: Pikwalia @ Residence
Jun 1, 2023
8:49 am
Ende, EN, ID
Delivered
May 31, 2023
7:18 am
Banda Aceh, BA, ID
In transit
May 30, 2023
9:03 pm
Makassar, MA, ID
International Clearance
May 30, 2023
8:14 am
Bengkulu, BE, ID
In transit
May 30, 2023
12:17 am
Toronto, ON, CA
In transit
May 29, 2023
4:30 pm
Ottawa, ON, CA
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Disclaimer!
While we have made every effort to ensure that the information on this page is accurate, Customs laws and procedures change regularly so it is
important to consult a licensed broker in Indonesia before shipping any goods.
Types of Shipments
Not all types of shipments are created equal. Shipping a television will require different
paperwork, duties, and taxes than shipping an accounting statement, for example.
Here is a list of the most common types of shipments:
Personal effects may be shipped duty-free to Indonesia from Canada providing:
The goods are not merchandise, i.e. items for sale
The goods arrive anytime from 3 months before to within 3 months after the owner's arrival in Indonesia
Moving Temporarily
Students
Students who have temporarily moved to Canada to study may ship their personal effects back to Indonesia duty-free.
The only stipulation is that the student has lived in Canada for at least 1 year
Non-Students
Canadian citizens and other foreign nationals who move temporarily to Indonesia to work for a minimum of 1 year may ship their personal effects duty-free to Indonesia from Canada.
Moving Permanently
Indonesian citizens who have worked temporarily in Canada for at least 1 continuous year may ship their personal effects back to Indonesia duty-free.
Duty-free entry of personal effects requires a certificate from a representative of the Republic of Indonesia in Canada.
Personal Effects Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Personal Effects' (see sample)
A detailed description of each item is provided that includes the customs value of the items
For returning students, a certificate that shows their studies are completed
For temporary workers, a completed Temporary Foreign Worker Permit Card
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal effects being delivered to my new address.
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
5 Pairs
Personal Effects: 5 pairs of various types of shoes
IN
$40.00
1 Each
Personal Effects: Arc'terix Winter Jacket
CA
$478.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Personal Effects Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $678.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Food, Chocolate, Candies
Shipment of certain foodstuffs to Indonesia from Canada require import permits from Indonesia's National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM), and may be subject to duty charges.
Food, Chocolate, Candies Checklist
Clearly indicate 'Food' on the commercial invoice in the General Description or Remarks section (see sample)
Ensure that your food, chocolate, or candies may be imported into the country
You are not shipping commercial quantities (for any duty & tax exemption)
Check with your carrier that they will accept food shipments
Nothing found other than foodstuffs requiring a license
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Promotional Material: Not for Resale. Product pamphlets to hand out at trade show.
CA
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Promotional Material Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Repairs
Equipment repaired in Canada and returned to Indonesia will incur duty on the cost of repair and on any part that was replaced or added to the piece of equipment
Items Under Warranty
No GST will be charged for equipment and items under warranty that are repaired in Indonesia and returned to Canada.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
If you send an item to Indonesia for repair that is no longer under warranty, GST will be charged upon its return to Canada. GST will be applied to the value of the repair work plus any parts added for the repair, and on any duties incurred.
Sending Product for Repair to Indonesia
There is no information at this time regarding shipping equipment for repair to Indonesia from Canada
Returning Repaired Product to Indonesia
Equipment repaired in Canada and returned to Indonesia will incur duty on the cost of repair and on any part that was replaced or added to the piece of equipment.
Repair Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'REPAIR & RETURN' under the General Description or Remarks, and include the estimated time of return
(see sample)
Include repair contract with shipment
Serial or product number and the cost of repairs should be indicated under the Detailed Description of Goods section
Include the original shipping documents or tracking number from when the item was first exported to Indonesia or exported to Canada (depending on which case applies)
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Fossil Watch being sent for repair - Model E5, serial # 789456FG7E2 - Repair Cost $76.00
US
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Warranty Repair Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Temporary Imports
Goods imported into Indonesia temporarily may be eligible for exemption from import duty; however, a guarantee will have to be placed in the amount of 2% of the duty owing for each month the items stay in Indonesia.
Temporary imports must also abide by the following conditions:
They are returned to Canada within 3 years of their arrival in Indonesia
They are easily identifiable
They remain unchanged whilst in Indonesia apart from normal wear-and-tear
Goods allowed temporary importation status include:
Those for display and use at exhibitions and demonstrations
Items to be used for cultural, scientific, educational, and research purposes
Equipment destined for sporting competitions and public performances
Commercial samples
Items for use by experts
Qualifying for Duty & Tax Free Temporary Import
In order to import your goods duty and tax free into Indonesia, you can pick from 1 of the 2 Temporary Import Methods listed below.
Each option has its pros and cons. Regardless, each of the following methods requires you to complete a commercial invoice. More details are shown in the table.
Option #
Temporary Import Method
Risk of paying
1
Commercial Invoice Only (no other documentation is provided)
High - if broker cannot clear goods temporarily
2
Commercial Invoice
+
ATA Carnet
Very Low
1. Complete a Commercial Invoice (CI) only
This is the simplest and quickest option. See example.
NOTE: You should be aware that shipping using this method doesn't guarantee that your items will be imported duty/tax free.
Not all brokers will clear goods as temporary imports (i.e. UPS, FedEx, DHL) nor is it a guarantee that customs won't charge any duties and taxes.
2. Commercial Invoice (CI) + an ATA Carnet
Completing an ATA Carnet is great option for items that frequently travel in and out of the country.
It's also great because once you have an ATA Carnet, it is accepted by 176 countries worldwide making the application process a one-time thing.
In addition to declaring your commercial invoice as a temporary import, you can get an ATA Carnet for the items that are of temporary nature.
NOTE: It is highly recommended to get an ATA Carnet for items that frequently
travel in and out of the country and especially so when it is valued over $2,500 USD
In addition to choosing option 1 or 2, the following conditions must also be met in order to qualify for a duty and VAT free exemption:
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than 6 months in Indonesia
NOTES:
If the above conditions are not followed, duties and taxes will be charged as though the goods have been imported permanently.
Your Customs broker can clear goods of a temporary nature (FedEx, UPS, DHL, etc. typically CANNOT clear goods of temporary nature)
Temporary Imports Checklist
Commercial Invoice clearly stating 'Temporary Import'. This must be written in the General Description section and the Detailed Description of Goods.
(see sample)
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than the period listed above
Include your ATA Carnet with your shipment (if applicable)
Include the expected return date or the date that it was originally received within the country (whichever applies)
Any above listed items not listed in this checklist
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
15 Each
Camera Lenses: Canon EF 50mm, Canon EF 85mm & wide-angle lenses.
CA
$132.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent/Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1980.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Required Documents
Shipping packages internationally requires a lot of documentation. This process alone can be confusing and time-consuming.
So we’ve narrowed down what documents you might need and ranked them based on likeliness of being needed.
Document Type
When?
Details
Shipping Label / Bill of Lading
Always required
This is a label provided by the carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.). Always required because the carrier needs to know the parcel's destination.
Commercial Invoice
Required for all non-document shipments
For all non-document shipments, you will require 3 copies of the commercial invoice (to be included with your shipping labels).
These are for customs purposes and need to be included inside a document pouch outside of the box.
When creating a shipment through the Secureship website, the system will help you create this document automatically.
B13a
Required if value exceeds $2,000 per shipment or is a controlled good
A B13a is required if your shipment exceeds $2000 CAD or is a controlled good
and is destined to a country other than the US, Puerto Rico, or the US Virgin Islands
Canada has a preferential trade agreement with Indonesia. A COO proves that an item has been produced, manufactured or processed in Canada.
When an item with a COO is imported into Indonesia, it will incur a reduced or zero-rated import duty.
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
Infrequently required
Shows that the shipment has been insured.
Banks may request a certificate of insurance when providing letters of credit for the goods. Otherwise,
it is generally your choice whether to purchase insurance for the shipment.
ATA Carnet
Infrequently required
Used to avoid duties and taxes on shipments of temporary nature.
If you ship goods of temporary nature to and from a country, you can obtain an ATA Carnet to expedite the customs clearance process and
ensure that anything of temporary nature is not charged duties and taxes.
Goods imported into Indonesia will incur duty and taxes calculated on the CIF value of the shipment, i.e. the sum of the customs value plus insurance fee plus freight costs.
CIF Value = Customs Value + Insurance Amount + Freight Costs
By knowing the CIF value, you will be able to calculate the amount of GST owing by the recipient.
Thresholds
The threshold value for duty exemption on imports into Indonesia is $50 USD (about $65 CAD) - also known as the de minimis value. This means on imports of less than $50 USD, no duty will be charged.
NOTE: There is no threshold for VAT - all imports will incur a 10% VAT charge.
Currency
Indonesian Rupiah IDR
Duty Exemption
(De minimis Value
USD$50 (about $65 CAD)
Duty Calculation Method
CIF
TAX (VAT)
10%
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value)
N/A
Tax Calculation Method
CIF
Duties on Imports
Excise Duties
Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products will incur excise duties of 275% of the CIF value of the shipment.
Sales Tax on Luxury Goods
Luxury goods will incur a special sales tax at rates from 10% to 75%.
Candy15%
Chocolate15% - 20%
Spirits and Wines5% - 150% or,
Rp. 14,000/L
TobaccoRp 10 - Rp 110,000/stick
or gram or 57%
for certain tobacco products
You can purchase
insurance
through Secureship and it is provided by the carrier that will be transporting your shipment.
Each carrier will charge a different amount per $100 of declared insurance. If you indicate that you need insurance for your shipment our system will automatically include the insurance costs for your shipment.
Insurance is great to have in case your package is accidentally lost or damaged by the carrier. But be careful, not everything you ship is insurable. Worse - even if your package contains items that are insurable, if it doesn’t meet the ISTA 3A packaging standard, the insurance purchased through the carrier would not be available to you.
Here are some items that cannot be insured by the carrier:
Personal belongings
Antiques
Artwork
Liquids (including alcohol)
Televisions
Jewellery in excess of $500
Perishable goods
Glass or Ceramic
And many more items
For more information, please see the carrier's terms and conditions.
Shipping to Indonesia from Canada can take between 3-5 business days through the fastest carriers available on the Secureship platform.
More economical services, such as Canada Post, can take up to 2-3 months to complete the delivery.
