Indonesia's Customs and Excise Department Achieves 80.3% of Revenue Target

Strong Performance in Export Duties and Excise Taxes

Indonesia's Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) under the Ministry of Finance reported that the state revenue from customs and excise duties reached Rp249.3 trillion by the end of October 2025. This figure represents 80.3% of the target set in the State Budget (APBN). The revenue showed a 7.6% year-on-year growth, primarily driven by the increase in export duties and excise taxes throughout the year.

Mixed Performance Across Different Revenue Streams

The revenue from import duties amounted to Rp41 trillion, showing a 4.9% decline year-on-year. This decrease was attributed to the weakening import of food commodities and the utilization of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) which reduced import duty collections. In contrast, revenue from export duties recorded a significant increase of 69.2% year-on-year, amounting to Rp24 trillion. This surge was supported by the higher global prices of Crude Palm Oil (CPO) and increased export volumes of palm oil products, as well as the implementation of copper concentrate export policies.

Implications for State Revenue and Trade

The overall performance of customs and excise revenue indicates a positive trend in certain sectors, particularly those related to export commodities like CPO and copper concentrate. The significant growth in export duties reflects both global market conditions and Indonesia's export activities. However, the decline in import duties highlights the impact of trade agreements and reduced import activities in certain categories.

Outlook for Remaining Period

With the revenue already achieving 80.3% of the target by end-October, DJBC is on track to potentially meet or exceed its annual target, barring significant changes in global trade dynamics or domestic economic conditions. The ministry will continue to monitor trade activities closely, particularly in key sectors such as palm oil and mining exports, to ensure the continued growth of state revenue through customs and excise duties.