Indonesia
Air freight, sea freight and customs in Bali (Denpasar)
Bali exports handicrafts and furniture, mostly by air from Denpasar.
Services in Bali (Denpasar)
- Air freight in Bali (Denpasar)Air freight for time-critical and high-value cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia.
- Sea freight in Bali (Denpasar)FCL and LCL sea freight on the main trade lanes, with pre-carriage and on-carriage by road or rail.
- Customs clearance in Bali (Denpasar)Import and export clearance by our in-house customs teams in 8 countries and by partner teams in the Ziem network.
Airports, seaports and connections in Bali (Denpasar)
- AirportNgurah Rai
DPS - SeaportBenoa
I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), south of Denpasar, is Bali's airport and one of Indonesia's busiest international gateways, with frequent passenger flights carrying belly cargo to Asia, Australia and the Middle East. This makes air freight the main export mode for Bali's craft and furniture producers. Sea freight runs through Benoa Port, though many containers for Bali are routed via Tanjung Perak in Surabaya and moved to the island by road and ferry.
The Bali Mandara toll road crosses Benoa Bay and links the airport area with Nusa Dua and Benoa Port. Main roads connect Denpasar with Ubud, Gianyar and the craft villages, and with Gilimanuk in the west, from where ferries cross to Ketapang in East Java. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Bali, including the craft centres around Ubud and Gianyar.
Industries in Bali (Denpasar) and how we support them
Bali exports handicrafts, wood carvings, silver jewellery, furniture, garments and home decor, produced in villages and workshops around Ubud, Gianyar and Denpasar. Tourism drives imports of hotel equipment, food and beverages, and building materials. Ziem Logistics supports these businesses with air freight via DPS on our own air waybills, consolidated LCL sea freight via Benoa or Surabaya for furniture, Next Flight Out for urgent hotel or utility spare parts and On-Board Couriers for high-value items. Customs clearance is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
Operational logistics facts for Bali (Denpasar)
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) | Crafts, jewellery, garments, perishables | Frequent international flights for belly cargo |
| Benoa Port | Containers and regional cargo | Local port for Bali |
| Tanjung Perak (Surabaya), via road and ferry | FCL and LCL for furniture and home decor | Wider choice of container services |
| Craft villages around Ubud and Gianyar | Wood carvings, silver, home decor | Pick-up from workshops and export consolidation |
Customs clearance in Indonesia
Ziem network
Customs clearance in Indonesia is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
For air freight to and from Indonesia we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in Indonesia need a business identification number (NIB) that also serves as the importer ID.
Frequently asked questions
Can you fly crafts and furniture from Bali directly to Europe or the US?
Yes, many shipments fly from DPS on our own air waybill via Asian or Middle Eastern hubs. Furniture and large orders often go cheaper by sea. We compare both options for each order.
Do wooden products from Bali need special treatment for export?
Wooden products often need fumigation and phytosanitary certificates for the destination, and some woods need proof of legal origin. We check the requirements before booking and coordinate the documents with the export declaration.
Can you send silver jewellery from Bali securely?
Yes. High-value items can go as air freight with secure handling, or with an On-Board Courier who keeps them in hand all the way. We advise on insurance and documents before booking.
Can imports for Bali hotels be cleared at Denpasar?
Goods arriving directly at DPS or Benoa can be cleared in Bali. Goods via Jakarta or Surabaya are usually cleared there and moved to Bali by road and ferry. A partner team in the Ziem network handles clearance, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
What import restrictions apply to food and beverages for Bali?
Many food and beverage products need registration with the Indonesian food and drug authority, and alcohol is subject to excise and import controls. The importer needs a valid NIB. We check the restrictions during tariff classification.
Can small craft exporters in Bali ship without their own export licence?
Exporters generally need an NIB to export. Small producers often work through a registered exporter. We check the exporter's status and prepare the export declaration with our partner team.