Importing personal belongings

Ordering goods from AliExpress or Alibaba to Indonesia is highly discouraged due to extremely high customs taxes and frequent shipping restrictions. Advise using local e-commerce alternatives like Tokopedia or Shopee.

If you need to send a small package from Bali to Russia, inquire in 'package' or 'shipping' chat groups. These groups can provide information on available services and couriers.

Indonesia, including Bali, has restrictions on the import of certain goods. Items such as those from AliExpress, iHerb, and potentially other categories may be prohibited or face significant customs hurdles. It is advisable to check current import regulations before attempting to ship goods to the island.

When considering items to bring to Bali from Russia, it's advisable to research Indonesian customs regulations to avoid prohibited or restricted items. Commonly sought-after items might include specific food products, medications (with prescriptions), or specialized goods not readily available locally. It is generally recommended to bring essentials and typical tourist items, rather than large quantities of goods that might be subject to import duties or restrictions.

Indonesian customs regulations do not have a fixed quantitative limit on imported personal items like clothing. Customs officers have discretionary power to classify shipments of 10+ items of a similar type as commercial cargo, resulting in either shipment rejection (return to sender) or high customs duties exceeding the items' value.

Starting September 1, Garuda Indonesia changed baggage allowances to a piece-based system. Economy domestic flights: 1 piece (up to 23kg); international: 2 pieces (up to 23kg each). Rules apply based on the ticket issuance date.