Are there any additional taxes I need to look out for when importing IT equipment into Indonesia?

When importing into Indonesia, you’ll need to be mindful of taxes and costs that may cause your overall import to be more expensive than in other locations. Customs processing fees tend to be higher in Indonesia than in other countries. Additionally, your Importer of Record provider will need to facilitate the payment of two main taxes:

• PPN Tax: This is Indonesia’s version of VAT tax, averaging about 10 percent. Unlike many countries with standardized VAT rates, Indonesia varies its VAT rate based on the goods or services.

• PPH22 Tax: This is an income tax withheld when importing certain consumer goods.

Are there any restrictions on what equipment I can import into Indonesia?

There are few completely restricted items that our clients will need to import into Indonesia. However, LARTAS is a list of restricted items that may require extra documentation or inspection prior to import. A knowledgeable Importer of Record provider can help you determine which of your items are on this list and help prepare for any delays that this may cause later in the customs clearance process. Telecommunications hardware is frequently on this list.