Bandung, Indonesia
Customs clearance in Bandung
Import and export clearance for shipments to and from Bandung. Customs clearance in Indonesia is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
Industries in Bandung and how we support them
Bandung and its surrounding regency are a long-standing centre of Indonesia's textile and garment industry, with spinning, weaving and garment plants in areas such as Majalaya, Rancaekek and Cimahi. The city is also home to PT Dirgantara Indonesia, the national aircraft manufacturer, and a cluster of creative industries and fashion brands. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight via CGK on our own air waybills, Next Flight Out for urgent parts, On-Board Couriers for aerospace components or samples, and FCL or LCL sea freight via Tanjung Priok. 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 Bandung
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), by toll road | International air freight | Main air gateway for Bandung shippers |
| Kertajati International Airport (KJT) | Domestic and some international flights | Alternative airport connected by the Cisumdawu toll road |
| Port of Tanjung Priok, by toll road | FCL and LCL for textiles and garments | Container sea freight for West Java |
| Textile districts of Bandung regency | Yarn, fabrics, garments | Regular export flows and fabric imports |
Airports, seaports and connections in Bandung
- AirportJakarta
CGK - AirportBandung
BDO - SeaportTanjung Priok
Bandung's Husein Sastranegara Airport (BDO) now handles mainly turboprop flights, after most jet services moved in 2023 to Kertajati International Airport (KJT) in Majalengka, north-east of the city. For international air freight, Bandung shippers mostly use Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) in Jakarta, reached by toll road. Bandung has no seaport; sea freight runs through Tanjung Priok in Jakarta, which is also reached via the toll road network.
The Cipularang toll road and the Purbaleunyi toll road link Bandung with Jakarta and the Jakarta-Cikampek corridor, while the Cisumdawu toll road connects the city with Kertajati. The Jakarta-Bandung high-speed railway carries passengers, but freight moves by road. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Bandung, Cimahi and the textile districts of the Bandung regency.
One contact, local customs expertise
Our partner team in Indonesia files the declarations locally, under the Ziem Logistics brand. You send documents and questions to our operations desk, which coordinates with the team and keeps you informed.
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.
Avoiding delays at customs
Most customs delays come from inconsistent documents: different values on invoice and packing list, missing HS codes or unclear goods descriptions. We review the documents against each other before departure, so the declaration in Indonesia can be filed without queries.
Frequently asked questions
Where are imports for Bandung cleared?
Usually at the point of arrival, so CGK for air freight and Tanjung Priok for sea freight. A partner team in the Ziem network handles clearance, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures, and the goods are then trucked to Bandung.
Do textile imports for Bandung mills face import restrictions?
Yes, many textile products and fabrics are subject to import approvals or quotas, and some need technical recommendations. The importer needs a valid NIB. We check the restrictions during tariff classification, before the goods ship.
Can textile companies in bonded zones import duty-free?
Companies with bonded zone status can import materials without paying duties, provided the goods are used for export production under the scheme. The declaration must reflect this. We need the bonded zone details on file before the first shipment.