Indonesia
Last reviewed: 2026-06
Travelling to Indonesia with snus or nicotine pouches? Both are legal in Indonesia. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 21+. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, vaping, and heated tobacco in Indonesia as of 2026-06, with official sources where available.
Snus
LegalMinimum age: 21+
Legal basis: Government Regulation No. 28 of 2024 (PP 28/2024); tobacco excise regulations
Snus is permitted in Indonesia, with sale and use allowed and no flavour restrictions, though health claims are prohibited and health warnings required. Snus is subject to excise of greater than ~50% of the cigarette rate. Minimum age 21.
Nicotine Pouches
LegalMinimum age: 21+
Legal basis: Government Regulation No. 28 of 2024 (PP 28/2024); tobacco excise regulations
Nicotine pouches are legally allowed, including sale, online purchase and use, with no flavour restrictions; nicotine content is restricted to under 16.6 mg per pouch. Subject to excise (10–50% of cigarette rate). Minimum age 21.
Cigarettes
LegalMinimum age: 21+
Legal basis: Law No. 17 of 2023 on Health; Government Regulation No. 28 of 2024 (PP 28/2024)
Combustible cigarettes are legal and central to Indonesia's market. PP 28/2024 tightens packaging, advertising and sales rules and raised the minimum purchase age from 18 to 21.
Vape / E-cigarettes
LegalMinimum age: 21+
Legal basis: Government Regulation No. 28 of 2024 (PP 28/2024); excise regulations
E-cigarettes (liquid and solid) are legal and regulated under PP 28/2024 for the first time as addictive substances alongside tobacco: nicotine-content testing, packaging/volume limits (e.g. ≤2ml closed cartridges), age verification for online sales, and excise (10–50% of cigarette rate). Minimum age 21.
Heated Tobacco (IQOS)
LegalMinimum age: 21+
Legal basis: Government Regulation No. 28 of 2024 (PP 28/2024)
Heated tobacco products are specifically regulated under PP 28/2024 alongside e-cigarettes and conventional tobacco, and are legal subject to packaging, advertising and sales rules. Minimum age 21.
Personal Import
Permitted for personal use.
Permitted for personal use.
Sources
- AGGGSTHR — Indonesia country profileAccessed 2026-06
- LAW
- AGG
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and regulations regarding snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, vaping and heated tobacco change frequently. Always verify the current legal status with official government sources before travelling. NicotineAtlas assumes no liability for actions taken based on information presented here.