Asia PacificShipping Heavy Equipment to Indonesia
Indonesia is Southeast Asia's largest economy with vast mining, palm oil, and infrastructure sectors driving heavy equipment demand. The archipelago nation is served by numerous ports across its 17,000+ islands.
Main Ports
- Port of Tanjung Priok (Jakarta)
- Port of Tanjung Perak (Surabaya)
- Port of Balikpapan
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- SNI Standards
- Surveyor Report (LS/LPS)
- Import License (API)
Common Cargo
- Mining Equipment
- Construction Machinery
- Oil & Gas Equipment
Main Ports in Indonesia
Port of Tanjung Priok (Jakarta)
Major Seaport
Port of Tanjung Perak (Surabaya)
Major Seaport
Port of Balikpapan
Mining Port
Port of Belawan (Medan)
Major Seaport
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Indonesia
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles / Long Beach | Tanjung Priok (Jakarta) | Container / Breakbulk | 22–32 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Indonesia
We ship to Indonesia (Port of Tanjung Priok (Jakarta)) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 22-32 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Indonesia
Indonesia bans the import of used passenger cars (Ministry of Trade Reg. 18/2021). New non-ASEAN CBU vehicles face a steep import duty (~50%) plus luxury sales tax and 11% VAT; ASEAN-origin CBUs are duty-free under ATIGA. Right-hand-drive market.
- Import Duty
- ≈50% on non-ASEAN CBU (0% ASEAN-origin under ATIGA)
- VAT / Sales Tax
- 11%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Luxury goods sales tax (PPnBM) by engine/emissions; import permit required
Source: Indonesia Ministry of Trade / Customs (DJBC) · Last verified: June 2026
Used Vehicle & Equipment Age Limits
Used passenger-car import is prohibited; only new vehicles (and certain EVs/specials) are permitted, with a Ministry of Trade import permit (Surat Persetujuan Impor). Project cargo and machinery follow standard rules.
Source: Indonesia Ministry of Trade (Reg. 18/2021) · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
SNI Standards
Indonesian National Standards (SNI) may apply to certain equipment categories.
Surveyor Report (LS/LPS)
Pre-shipment inspection by approved surveyor required for many imports.
Import License (API)
Importers must have valid API registration for commercial imports.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Indonesia
- A Ministry of Trade import permit and technical recommendation are required before shipment.
- Tanjung Priok (Jakarta) and Tanjung Perak (Surabaya) are the main gateways.
Frequently Asked Questions
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