The Indonesian government has officially announced a transition period for the export of three strategic commodities: coal, ferroalloys, and crude palm oil (CPO). Starting Monday, June 1, 2026, these exports will be managed under the newly established state-owned enterprise (SOE), PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (DSI).
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto stated that this transition phase serves as a preparatory window for exporters before the full implementation of the new policy, which is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2027. During this interim period, exporters are required to report their activities to PT DSI.
“The implementation begins tomorrow, serving as a transition period where export activities will continue as usual under the current companies,” Airlangga explained during a press conference in Jakarta on Sunday, May 31, 2026, regarding the operational readiness of PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia.
Streamlined Reporting and Evaluation
To facilitate a smooth transition, reporting from companies to the state-owned export entity will be managed through the Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) of the Ministry of Finance. The government plans to conduct an evaluation after the first three months of this period, which will then serve as the foundation for the next stages of implementation.
This transition phase is designed to provide businesses and relevant stakeholders with sufficient time to adjust their internal processes, ensuring that the shift to the new export regime is both seamless and orderly.
Overview of the Transition Flow
According to the guidelines provided by Minister Airlangga, the transition will follow a structured approach:
Phase I: Transition Period (June 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026)
– Throughout the initial three months, exports will be monitored strictly through the designated SOE. Existing exporters will continue their operations as normal, with the mandatory requirement to submit reports electronically via the DJBC export service system.
– All export documents, including the Export Declaration (PEB), customs documentation, and transaction records, will remain in the name of the individual companies.
– Companies retain the responsibility for accessing the CEISA system and reporting natural resource export earnings (DHE SDA) via the SIMODIS system, ensuring all data is relayed to the state-owned export entity.
– Compliance with licensing requirements (Lartas) and payment obligations, such as export duties and non-tax state revenue (PNBP), remains the responsibility of the companies, with corresponding reports submitted to the SOE.
– An evaluation will be conducted after the first three months of implementation to determine the readiness for the next stage, which may involve a “QQ” (Quality/Quantity) scheme where documents are processed under the name “Company QQ PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia.”
Phase II: Full Implementation (Starting January 1, 2027)
Once the transition concludes, the export process will enter Phase II. From January 1, 2027, the entirety of the export process—ranging from commercial transactions and contracts to customs clearance, logistics, and payments—will be fully executed by PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia.
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Summary
The Indonesian government has introduced a transition period for the export of coal, ferroalloys, and crude palm oil, which begins on June 1, 2026. During this phase, which leads to full implementation on January 1, 2027, exporters must report their activities to the newly established state-owned enterprise, PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (DSI). Export operations will continue under existing companies, with documentation managed through the Directorate General of Customs and Excise.
The government will conduct an evaluation after the initial three months to refine the process and prepare for potential shifts, including the use of a “QQ” scheme for documentation. Starting in 2027, PT DSI will take full control of all commercial transactions, logistics, and customs clearance for these commodities. This structured approach is intended to provide stakeholders sufficient time to align their internal processes with the new regulatory requirements.