Dexamfetamine in Indonesia: BPOM Rules & Import Ban

Quick reference

Drug class: CNS stimulant
Controlled substance: Yes, Category I narcotic under Indonesian Government Regulation No. 44 of 2010 (Narkotika)
Prescription required: Yes, Indonesian prescription required; foreign prescriptions not accepted for dispensing
Available locally: No, dexamfetamine is not registered with BPOM Indonesia and cannot be purchased locally
Storage: Store below 30°C, away from heat and direct sunlight
Max supply to carry: No personal-import allowance established by BPOM for Category I narcotics, bring only what you need with full documentation and seek legal advice before travel
Key document: Doctor's letter on clinic letterhead, original prescription, and translated Indonesian-language summary
Emergency alternative: If supply is lost or depleted, contact your embassy for repatriation assistance, local replacement is not available

Dexamfetamine in Indonesia: what changes when you travel

Dexamfetamine, sold globally as Dexedrine and Zenzedi in the US and Canada, Amfexa in Great Britain and Ireland, and Attentin in Germany, is classified as a Category I narcotic under Indonesian narcotics law. It is not registered with the Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM), Indonesia's national drug regulator, and cannot be purchased at any Indonesian pharmacy. Travelling with this medication requires careful preparation because no in-country refill pathway exists.^[1]

Medical disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your prescribing doctor before travelling with medication, particularly regarding supply quantities, storage requirements, and import documentation.

Before you travel

Documentation for travelling to Indonesia with dexamfetamine

Because dexamfetamine is a Category I narcotic in Indonesia, BPOM does not provide a personal-import licence pathway for Category I substances equivalent to those available for Schedule II medications in other jurisdictions. You should carry a detailed doctor's letter, your original prescription in original packaging, and a translated Indonesian-language summary of your medication details. Consult your home country's embassy in Jakarta before departure to understand any additional requirements.^[2] To learn more about the import documentation, see our ADHD in Indonesia guide.

Pre-travel paperwork timeline

T-30 days
Book an appointment with your prescriber to renew your prescription and obtain an official doctor's letter covering the entire trip duration.Prescriber letter
T-14 days
Contact your embassy in Jakarta and BPOM's import division to confirm the current position on carrying Category I narcotics into Indonesia and whether any formal declaration form is required. Obtain written guidance if possible.Embassy / BPOM correspondence
Allow at least 10 working days for written responses. BPOM can be reached via their national hotline or website at www.pom.go.id.
T-7 days
Have the doctor's letter and prescription translated into Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) by a certified translator and stamped by your doctor's clinic.Translated letter
T-1 day
Print all documents. Pack medication in its original pharmacy-labelled packaging. Place the doctor's letter and translated summary in an accessible outer pocket of your carry-on bag.
T-0 (border)
Declare the medication proactively on the Indonesian customs declaration form. Present your doctor's letter, original prescription, and translated summary together to the customs officer.

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What your doctor's letter must include

Full legal name, medication name (dexamfetamine as INN and the brand name on the packaging), dose and frequency, total quantity carried, the condition name, doctor's signature, medical registration number, and clinic letterhead with contact details. The letter should also include the travel dates and destination. Have the clinic translate or certify an Indonesian-language version.

Indonesia does not require an apostille on medical letters for customs purposes, but a certified translation into Bahasa Indonesia significantly reduces the risk of delays at the border. A notarised translation adds credibility if your stay exceeds two weeks.

How much dexamfetamine to bring

Indonesia's narcotics law does not define a personal-import quantity allowance for Category I substances such as amphetamine-class medications. Bring exactly what you need for your trip with no excess, as carrying more than your documented prescription period may invite scrutiny. Because no local refill is possible, a supply interruption cannot be resolved in-country, so confirm your departure and return dates carefully with your prescriber before calculating your quantity.^[1]

Split your supply

Carry your primary supply in your hand luggage and a clearly labelled backup dose in your checked luggage. If one bag is delayed or lost you still have medication. Keep both portions in original pharmacy-labelled packaging with a copy of your doctor's letter in each bag.

Packing and storing dexamfetamine for travel

Dexamfetamine tablets should be stored below 30°C and protected from light and moisture. Indonesia's tropical climate regularly exceeds this threshold, particularly in lowland cities such as Jakarta, Surabaya, and Bali during the dry season. Keep tablets in your carry-on bag where the aircraft cabin is climate-controlled, and store them in an insulated pouch during ground transfers. At your destination, a hotel room with air conditioning set below 25°C is adequate for short stays.^[5]

At the airport and border

Airport security with dexamfetamine

At security checkpoints in your departure country, keep dexamfetamine in its original labelled packaging and carry your doctor's letter and prescription in the same bag. If asked by security staff, present the doctor's letter before opening any bags.

Dexamfetamine tablets are solid and not subject to the liquid-gel volume rules, so no exemption form is required at the X-ray scanner. At Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) and Ngurah Rai International Airport (Bali), Indonesian security officers may refer any declared narcotic to the Customs and Excise desk for secondary screening.

Customs and medication import rules for Indonesia

Indonesia's Directorate General of Customs and Excise requires travellers to declare all narcotics on arrival. is a criminal offence under Law No. 35 of 2009 on Narcotics. Tick the relevant box on the customs arrival card and present your documentation to the customs officer immediately. Officers may detain the medication pending verification; having your embassy's Jakarta emergency contact number available can expedite the process.^[3]

Category I narcotic: serious legal risk

Dexamfetamine's active ingredient, amphetamine, is a Category I narcotic under Indonesian Government Regulation No. 44 of 2010. Undeclared possession can result in criminal charges under Law No. 35 of 2009, with penalties ranging from a minimum of four years to life imprisonment depending on quantity. Always declare, always carry full documentation, and contact your embassy before travel to obtain current written guidance specific to your situation.

While in country

Dexamfetamine availability in Indonesia

Brands of dexamfetamine sold in Indonesia

Brand name	Indication	Formulation	Supply note
No local brand registered	N/A	N/A	Dexamfetamine is not registered with BPOM Indonesia and is unavailable at any pharmacy

Dexamfetamine, including the international brands Dexedrine, Amfexa, Attentin, and Zenzedi, is not registered in the BPOM national drug database and cannot be legally dispensed at any Indonesian pharmacy. No generic dexamfetamine or dextroamphetamine product is available for purchase in Indonesia. If your supply runs out, there is no in-country replacement pathway.^[2]

Finding a doctor who can prescribe dexamfetamine in Indonesia

No Indonesian psychiatrist can legally prescribe dexamfetamine because the medication is not registered with BPOM. Private hospitals in Jakarta and Bali, such as Siloam Hospitals and BIMC, employ English-speaking psychiatrists who can assess your condition and may be able to prescribe an alternative methylphenidate-based medication that is registered in Indonesia, though this is not a direct therapeutic substitute and requires clinical assessment. ^[4]

A private consultation costs approximately IDR 400,000 to IDR 800,000 (~$25 to ~$50 / ~€23 to ~€46). Telemedicine platforms such as Halodoc and Alodokter connect you with Indonesian-licensed doctors for initial triage, but they cannot prescribe Category I substances.^[4]

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Storing dexamfetamine while in Indonesia

The recommended storage condition for dexamfetamine is below 30°C in a dry location away from direct light. Ambient temperatures in Indonesian cities regularly reach 32 to 36°C during the day. Use a hotel room safe or the room's air conditioning unit to maintain temperature, and avoid leaving tablets in bags left in direct sunlight or parked vehicles. During power outages, which occur intermittently outside major cities, tablets can tolerate short periods above 30°C but should be moved to a cooled environment within two hours where possible.^[5]

Emergencies

What to do if something goes wrong with your dexamfetamine in Indonesia

If your medication is lost or stolen, file a police report immediately at the nearest Polsek (district police post) and obtain a written report number. Contact your embassy in Jakarta to report the loss of a narcotic medication; embassies can provide emergency documentation to support early departure or medical repatriation if supply cannot be maintained.

If your supply runs out, there is no local replacement available for dexamfetamine in Indonesia. A psychiatrist at a private hospital may assess whether a registered methylphenidate product is a clinically appropriate short-term bridge, but this is a medical decision requiring a full consultation. For detailed guidance on specialist and medication access in Indonesia, see Nomedic's Indonesia healthcare guide. In most cases, the practical solution is to arrange early return home.

“indonesian-phrases”

Indonesia's national emergency number is 112. For medical emergencies, you can also call 119 for the ambulance service. Private hospitals such as Siloam Hospitals (Jakarta: +62 21 2996 5555) and BIMC Hospital (Bali: +62 361 761263) provide English-language emergency care.^[6]

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Frequently asked questions

Is dexamfetamine legal in Indonesia?

Dexamfetamine is a Category I narcotic under Government Regulation No. 44 of 2010, Indonesia's most restricted class, and it is not registered with BPOM, so it cannot be obtained locally. All narcotics must be declared to Indonesian customs on arrival. Carrying it remains high-risk even with a doctor's letter, original prescription and an Indonesian-language summary, so speak to your prescriber before you travel.

Can I legally bring dexamfetamine into Indonesia?

Dexamfetamine is classified as a Category I narcotic under Indonesian Law No. 35 of 2009, meaning personal import is not provided for in the standard BPOM traveller framework. You must declare it at customs, carry full documentation, and seek specific written guidance from your embassy and BPOM before travel.^[1]

Do I need a doctor's letter to fly with dexamfetamine?

Yes. A detailed doctor's letter is essential because dexamfetamine is a Category I narcotic at the Indonesian border. The letter must include your full name, the INN (dexamfetamine) and brand name, dosage, quantity, and your doctor's registration number, and it should be accompanied by a certified translation into Bahasa Indonesia.

Is dexamfetamine or Dexedrine available at Indonesian pharmacies?

No. Dexamfetamine, including the brands Dexedrine, Amfexa, Zenzedi, and Attentin, is not registered with BPOM Indonesia and cannot be purchased at any pharmacy in the country. There is no generic dextroamphetamine product available locally either.

What happens if my dexamfetamine runs out while I am in Indonesia?

There is no in-country replacement available. Contact your embassy in Jakarta immediately, file a police report if the medication was lost or stolen, and discuss early repatriation with your travel insurer. A private psychiatrist can assess whether a registered methylphenidate product is an appropriate short-term clinical bridge, but this requires a full consultation.

Is Amfexa (the UK brand of dexamfetamine) available in Indonesia?

Amfexa, the Great Britain and Ireland brand name for dexamfetamine sulfate, is not available in Indonesia. No equivalent local brand or generic is registered with BPOM. Travellers taking Amfexa should bring their complete supply and follow the same declaration and documentation requirements that apply to all dexamfetamine formulations.

Can an Indonesian doctor prescribe dexamfetamine during my stay?

No Indonesian doctor can legally prescribe dexamfetamine because the medication is absent from the BPOM-registered formulary. An Indonesian psychiatrist can assess your clinical needs and may prescribe an alternative registered stimulant such as methylphenidate, but this is a separate clinical decision and not a direct substitute.^[2]

Dexamfetamine in Indonesia: BPOM Rules and Import Ban