Pet Import Requirements: Indonesia | Dogs & Cats

TLDR: Dogs and cats enter Indonesia only through approved international ports (Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan); Bali is closed to direct pet entry. Cats need a negative COVID-19 PCR test before export; dogs don't. Rabies vaccination must be a killed vaccine given at least 30 days before entry, and the health certificate exam must happen within 5 days of departure. The import permit is a two-stage process that commonly takes 4 to 8 weeks, not the two weeks some sources suggest.

Indonesia's pet import process is detailed, and a few of its requirements are easy to get wrong if you're working from an outdated source. Here's exactly what your dog or cat needs, and where the timing actually starts.

Approved Ports of Entry

Pets from the US can only enter Indonesia through approved international ports: Jakarta (Soekarno-Hatta), Surabaya (Juanda), and Medan (Kualanamu). Denpasar (Bali) is not an international entry point for pets. If your final destination is Bali, your pet clears quarantine at one of the approved mainland ports first, then moves on to Bali afterward.

Some circulating lists claim to show which Indonesian provinces are closed to pets. These lists conflict with each other and aren't reliable. Confirm your specific destination province directly with Barantin (Indonesia's quarantine authority) rather than relying on a list found online.

Microchip

Each pet must have a microchip compliant with ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to ISO Standard 11785. The microchip number must be recorded consistently across the health certificate and vaccination records.

Minimum Age

Pets must be at least 3 months old, per the certificate requirement. In practice, this is closer to 4 months once the 30-day post-rabies-vaccination wait is factored in.

COVID-19 PCR Test (Cats Only)

Cats require a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken before export. Dogs are exempt from this requirement.

Rabies Vaccination

The rabies vaccine must be a killed vaccine, given at least 30 days and no more than 12 months before entry. A rabies neutralizing antibody titration test is also required, with a result of 0.5 IU/mL or greater.

Health Certificate

Indonesia does not use the generic APHIS Form 7001. Your USDA-accredited veterinarian issues the Indonesia-specific USDA-APHIS certificate, and your pet must be examined within 5 days of departure.

The certificate certifies that:

• Rabies has not been reported within the area where your pet has lived for the last 6 months
• Your pet has resided in the United States for a period of not less than 6 months preceding export
• Your pet was examined within 5 days of departure and found healthy, free from clinical signs of rabies and other infectious or contagious diseases of dogs and cats
• Your pet is at least 3 months old and has been vaccinated for rabies using a killed vaccine
• Your pet's titer test result was 0.5 IU/mL or greater

USDA-accredited veterinarians can issue this certificate electronically and submit it through VEHCS for digital endorsement. Once endorsed, you can print the certificate directly from VEHCS; it does not need to be mailed back to you. The printed, endorsed certificate must travel with your pet.

Import Permit

The import permit (rekomendasi, or Surat Izin Pemasukan) is issued by Indonesia's Directorate of Animal Health under the Ministry of Agriculture. It's a two-stage process, provincial approval followed by national approval, and realistically takes several weeks, commonly 4 to 8. Plan well beyond the two weeks that some outdated sources suggest. The permit is valid for 30 days from issue.

Quarantine

Pets are subject to mandatory quarantine on arrival, typically around 14 days. This can be extended if there are irregularities with documentation or your pet's health. Contact Barantin directly for current quarantine specifics and fees for your situation.

Fees

Fees apply for the import and quarantine process. Contact Barantin directly for current fee information, since these are subject to change.

How PetRelocation Can Help

Indonesia's process has several details that are easy to get wrong from an outdated source, from the entry ports to the permit timeline to the exact certificate wording. PetRelocation has coordinated Indonesia moves for over 20 years and works directly with current requirements rather than relying on lists that may no longer be accurate.

Complete Support covers full coordination of your pet's vaccination schedule, permit application, and health certificate, timed to Indonesia's specific requirements. Vet Paperwork Support focuses on the health certificate and vaccination documentation while you manage the permit application. Consultation gives you direct access to a coordinator to confirm your pet's timeline and destination port before you commit to travel dates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can my pet enter Indonesia directly through Bali?
No. Denpasar is not an international entry point for pets. Pets bound for Bali clear quarantine at an approved mainland port first (Jakarta, Surabaya, or Medan), then move on to Bali.

Does my cat need a COVID-19 test to enter Indonesia?
Yes. Cats require a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken before export. Dogs are exempt from this requirement.

How long does the Indonesia import permit take?
It's a two-stage process that commonly takes 4 to 8 weeks, longer than the two weeks some sources suggest. Plan accordingly.

Is there a specific list of Indonesian provinces where pets are banned?
We don't publish province lists, since the versions circulating online conflict with each other and aren't reliable. Confirm your specific destination province directly with Barantin.

How long will my pet be quarantined on arrival?
Typically around 14 days, though this can be extended if there are documentation or health irregularities. Contact Barantin for current specifics.