Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration
Complete your Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration online — submit the e‑CD within 72 hours before arrival and get a QR confirmation for immigration checks.
What Is the Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration?
The Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration (commonly called the e‑CD) is an online pre‑arrival customs declaration required for most international travellers entering Indonesia. Launched as part of the national “All Indonesia” digital arrival initiative in 2025, the e‑CD replaced separate paper and standalone health/customs forms and centralises customs, arrival-card and health screening information into a single submission managed by the Directorate General of Customs and Excise.
Applications are completed at the official portal (ecd.beacukai.go.id) or through DoVisa for guided completion and expert checks. On approval you receive an email confirmation and a QR code — save both offline. Airlines and immigration officers may scan the QR at departure check‑in and on arrival at Indonesian ports of entry.
The Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration is a pre‑arrival registration for customs and health screening — it is not a visa and does not replace any required visa or travel permit. The e‑CD collects passport, flight and accommodation details plus simple customs answers about goods and controlled items; final admission and the length of stay remain subject to immigration and the visa you hold.
Key facts: complete the e‑CD within 72 hours before scheduled arrival; submit at the official e‑CD portal or use DoVisa for step‑by‑step help. For broader entry rules see Indonesia visa information and the official portal at ecd.beacukai.go.id. Apply now to prepare your declaration with expert review.
Who Needs the Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration?
Who Needs It
- All foreign nationals and returning Indonesian citizens who will clear arrival immigration in Indonesia
- Tourists, business travellers and short‑stay visitors arriving by air or sea who will enter Indonesian territory
- Children and minors — a parent or guardian completes a separate e‑CD submission for each child
Who Is Exempt
- Diplomatic and official passport holders on government duty
- Airline and vessel crew members on active official duty
- Transit passengers who remain airside and do not clear Indonesian immigration
Indonesia Entry Requirements & Restrictions
Passport Validity
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival and have sufficient blank pages for entry stamps. See the U.S. State Department travel page for full guidance.
Vaccination & Health
Indonesia currently has no universal COVID entry requirements. A Yellow Fever certificate is required if you are arriving from a country with yellow fever risk — check the CDC Indonesia page for details and exemptions.
Customs & Prohibited Imports
You must declare dutiable goods and certain restricted items on the e‑CD. Note recent regulatory changes: Ministerial Decision No. 47/2025 (effective 1 Jan 2026) established a list of goods prohibited for import; travellers should consult Direktorat Jenderal Bea dan Cukai before travel.
Restricted Items & Declarations
Declare high‑value items, electronics and commercial samples. Controlled goods, weapons, narcotics and listed prohibited items may be seized or fined if undeclared — use the e‑CD to avoid delays at inspection.
Travel Insurance & Practical Advice
Travel insurance is recommended. Medical facilities vary outside major cities — have a plan for emergency transfer to larger centres. Insurance is not checked via the e‑CD but is strongly advised.
Travel Tips for Indonesia Visitors
Indonesia is an archipelago of thousands of islands; major international gateways include Soekarno‑Hatta International Airport (CGK) in Jakarta and Ngurah Rai / Denpasar (DPS) in Bali. Other major international airports referenced by authorities include Juanda International Airport (SUB) in Surabaya and Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) in Medan. Seaports and maritime checkpoints also accept international arrivals — present your e‑CD at the port of entry.
- Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). In tourist hubs USD is often accepted for hotels and tours; carry some IDR for local purchases.
- Language: Bahasa Indonesia is the official language; English is commonly spoken in airports, hotels and tourist areas.
- Time zone: Western Indonesia Time (WIB) is GMT+7 for Jakarta and Bali (other regions use GMT+8/ +9).
- When to complete e‑CD: Submit within 72 hours before arrival — have passport, flight and accommodation details ready.
- Airport transfers: Book domestic transfers (fast boat, domestic flights) in advance for islands like Lombok and the Komodos.
- Cultural note: Dress respectfully at religious sites, remove shoes when entering temples, and follow local customs on inhabited islands.
- Keep confirmations offline: Save your e‑CD QR code to your phone and email — busy arrival halls can have limited connectivity.
"Used DoVisa to complete the e‑CD before a family trip to Bali. The QR arrived by email and immigration at Ngurah Rai (DPS) scanned it quickly — our baggage cleared with no extra checks."
"Fast and simple — filled the online declaration during the flight connection and presented the QR at Jakarta immigration (CGK). Helpful checklist for electronics to declare."
"The Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration process was straightforward and the confirmation email made airport entry smooth. Support clarified a question about souvenirs and duties."
"Business trip to Surabaya — I completed the online customs declaration in under 10 minutes. The QR code was scanned by immigration officers and I was through in good time."
"Helpful service overall. I had to reupload a passport photo due to size limits but support assisted and everything was accepted before arrival."
"Last‑minute trip — DoVisa guided me through the e‑CD and I received the QR quickly. Border staff at Kualanamu (KNO) only checked the QR and my passport."
"Family holiday — completed separate declarations for each child. The confirmation emails were clear and customs in Bali focused only on declared items."
"Form fields were clear but the site timed out once. Saved progress and support helped me finish before my flight — no issues at arrival."
"Minor delay: my QR email arrived later than expected, but all was resolved before landing. Support suggested applying earlier within the 72‑hour window next time."
"Cleared immigration quickly thanks to the e‑CD QR. The DoVisa guide explained the Ministerial changes (2025) and what items to declare — very useful for first‑time visitors."
"Used DoVisa to complete the e‑CD before a family trip to Bali. The QR arrived by email and immigration at Ngurah Rai (DPS) scanned it quickly — our baggage cleared with no extra checks."
"Fast and simple — filled the online declaration during the flight connection and presented the QR at Jakarta immigration (CGK). Helpful checklist for electronics to declare."
"The Indonesia Electronic Customs Declaration process was straightforward and the confirmation email made airport entry smooth. Support clarified a question about souvenirs and duties."
Indonesia Customs Declaration: Frequently Asked Questions
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- Indonesian Customs Declaration (e‑CD) — Official Portal
- Indonesia eVisa Portal — Directorate General of Immigration
- U.S. Department of State — Indonesia International Travel Information
- CDC — Indonesia Travel Health Notices
- Indonesia Tests New 'All Indonesia' Unified Digital Arrival Card
- Indonesia Travel Regulations — Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Indonesia's Main Airports: IATA Codes Guide