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Indonesia
VERIFIED · MAY 202622 ENTRIESSOUTHEAST ASIA
Indonesia is in Southeast Asia. Review the laws below before your trip. Country pages link to official sources, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
HEADS UP
Death penalty for drugs. Even tramadol can get you executed. Zero tolerance.
DO NOT BRING
Any illegal drugs · Blasphemy
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- The new national criminal code (UU 1/2023) is in force since January 2026 — extramarital sex and cohabitation are now criminal, applicable to foreigners as well.
- Cannabis remains a Class 1 narcotic with no medical exemption, regardless of legality in the traveler's home country.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- Aceh province enforces Sharia law, including caning for alcohol consumption and unmarried cohabitation, on top of national criminal law.
- Bali's local culture is more permissive than national law, but raids on villas and clubs apply the full national drug code.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.