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How to obtain an Indonesian import license

If you have decided to import a product into Indonesia, first and foremost you’d need to set up a company. Whether this is a foreign-owned company (PT PMA) or a local company (local PT), all importers are required to have an Indonesian-based company.

Upon registration, your business will have to apply for a business identification number (Nomor Iduk Berusaha, or NIB) through the Online Single Submission System (OSS).

The NIB doesn’t expire and replaces the Company Registration Certificate, Importer Identification Number, and Customs Registration NIK (Nomor Induk Kepabeanan) needed before implementing OSS.

What else is needed to import a product into Indonesia?

Getting an import license is the first step in your goal of distributing your product to Indonesia. Before importing goods it is important to check two things:

  • The imported product should be related to the sector business in the NIB
  • The Indonesian Harmonization System (HS) Code, which is used to classify every category of products imported

These are important because Indonesian import licenses are limited to a particular industry classified in the NIB and do not permit the importation of goods unrelated to a business sector.

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Import License Services in Indonesia: Licenses are Needed for Each Sector

Import License Services in Indonesia: Licenses are Needed for Each Sector

Why Choose InCorp for an Import License in Indonesia?

1
SEAMLESS PRODUCT REGISTRATION

We always ensure that we are up to date with Indonesian regulations to avoid any obstacles in receiving your import license.

2
WE ALWAYS HAVE SOLUTIONS

We have a solution for any worries you may have over the import process. Let our team know what you need.

3
ONE-STOP SERVICES

To supplement your new import license, we can assist with product certification or registration to get your operations ready.

4
TIME AND COST-SAVING

Produce us with all the required documents and you can leave all processes to us while you focus on your other business operations.

Pandu Biasramadhan

Senior Consulting Manager at InCorp Indonesia

An expert for more than 10 years, Pandu Biasramadhan, has an extensive background in providing top-quality and comprehensive business solutions for enterprises in Indonesia and managing regional partnership channels across Southeast Asia.

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