Coral & Seashells → Indonesia

Coral & Seashells may require documentation or declaration

Details

All stony corals are CITES Appendix II listed, requiring export permits for international trade — coral souvenirs purchased in tourist shops likely lack these permits. Giant clams (Tridacna species) are also CITES Appendix II. Sea turtle shell produc. Enforcement in Indonesia carries fines from IDR 1,000,000 to IDR 100,000,000 under Law No. 17/2006 on Customs Art. 82 (typical personal cases are handled as civil infringements).

Documentation required

• Documentation may be required

Leaving with this item

Indonesia restricts export of CITES-listed coral species and protected seashells. KLHK CITES permit required for protected specimens. Personal souvenir quantities of unprotected shells may depart.

Practical advice

Carry documentation. Declare proactively at customs. If unsure, declare on arrival — declared goods at worst attract duty or surrender, while undeclared goods found in screening are seized and fined.

Customs authority

Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DGCE / Bea Cukai) · https://www.beacukai.go.id