Diazepam in Indonesia: Controls, Import Rules & Brands

Quick reference

Drug class: Benzodiazepine
Controlled substance: Yes, Group IV psychotropic under Indonesia's Psychotropic Substances Law No. 5 of 1997
Prescription required: Yes
Available locally: Yes, available as generic diazepam; no catalog-listed branded products. Verify locally.
Storage: Room temperature, below 30°C, protect from light and moisture
Max supply to carry: 30 days personal supply with supporting documentation
Key document: Doctor's letter in English and Indonesian, original prescription with pharmacy label
Emergency alternative: Visit a hospital psychiatry or neurology department in Jakarta, Surabaya, or Bali; a local specialist can issue a new prescription with your original documentation.

Travelling to Indonesia with diazepam: what changes

Diazepam, sold internationally as Valium, Valpam (Australia), and Stesolid (Germany, Denmark, Sweden), is classified as a Group IV psychotropic substance under Indonesia's Psychotropic Substances Law No. 5 of 1997^[1]. Travellers are permitted to carry a personal supply of up to 30 days, but must carry supporting documentation and declare the medication at customs. Indonesia's tropical heat and humidity require careful storage planning throughout your trip.

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 diazepam

Because diazepam is a Group IV psychotropic, the Indonesian National Narcotics Board (BNN) and the National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) require travellers to carry a physician's letter and original prescription^[1]. The letter must be in both English and Indonesian, or accompanied by a certified translation. BPOM caps personal-use psychotropic imports at a 30-day supply^[2]; quantities above this threshold require a formal import permit. For detailed documentation requirements, see our benzodiazepines guide for Indonesia.

Pre-travel paperwork timeline

T-30 days
Book an appointment with your prescribing doctor to obtain a physician's letter confirming your diagnosis, medication name (INN and brand), dose, frequency, quantity to be carried, and their registration number on clinic letterhead.Physician's letter
T-14 days
If carrying more than a 30-day supply, apply to BPOM for a psychotropic import permit. For a standard trip within the 30-day limit, commission a certified translation of your physician's letter into Indonesian.Certified Indonesian translation
BPOM import permit applications are submitted online via bpom.go.id; allow 7-10 working days for processing.
T-7 days
Confirm all documents are printed: physician's letter, certified Indonesian translation, original prescription with pharmacy label, and BPOM permit if applicable.Translated letter
T-1 day
Pack diazepam in its original pharmacy packaging with the label clearly visible. Place all documents in a folder accessible without opening checked luggage.
T-0 (border)
Declare diazepam on the Indonesian Customs Declaration Form (CD). Present your physician's letter, translation, and prescription if customs officers request inspection.

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What your doctor's letter must include

Full name, diazepam (generic name) plus any brand name, dose and frequency, quantity carried, the medical condition (one word or short phrase only), doctor's signature and medical registration number, and clinic letterhead. Have the letter certified by the clinic and accompanied by a certified Indonesian translation. Notarisation is not required for personal-use quantities up to 30 days, but is advisable for longer stays.

A certified translation into Indonesian is strongly recommended even for short stays. Customs officers at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali may not accept English-only documentation. Notarisation by a public notary is not typically required for personal-use quantities within the 30-day cap.

How much diazepam to bring

Indonesia permits a personal supply of up to 30 days for Group IV psychotropics^[1] without a formal import permit. Bring exactly the amount you need for your trip, calculated from your prescribed daily dose. Do not bring surplus stock beyond the 30-day limit; exceeding it without a BPOM import permit can result in confiscation. Local refills are difficult to obtain as a visitor, so bring your full supply from home.

Split your supply

Carry your main supply in hand luggage and a backup dose in your checked bag. If one bag is lost or delayed, you still have medication. Keep both portions in original packaging with pharmacy labels intact.

Packing and storing diazepam for travel

Diazepam tablets are stored at room temperature below 30°C, away from light and moisture.^[5] Jakarta's average temperature regularly exceeds 32°C with high humidity, so avoid storing medication in a car, checked bag sitting on a hot tarmac, or a hotel room without air conditioning. Keep tablets in the original foil blister pack inside a small zip-lock bag to protect against humidity. During long layovers in hot terminals, carry the medication in a cool bag or insulated pouch.

At the airport and border

Airport security with diazepam

Keep diazepam in your hand luggage, not your checked bag, for the outbound security screening. Present the medication in its original packaging with the pharmacy label visible; security staff at most international airports may ask you to place it separately in the tray for X-ray. Diazepam tablets are solid and not subject to the 100ml liquids rule. Carry your physician's letter in the same bag as the medication so you can produce it immediately if asked.

Customs and medication import rules for Indonesia

Indonesia's Customs Declaration Form requires you to declare any medication classed as a psychotropic or narcotic. BPOM regulates the import of Group IV psychotropics including diazepam^[2]. At the customs desk, present your physician's letter, certified Indonesian translation, and original prescription; officers may photograph the documents. Quantities above a 30-day personal supply require a BPOM import permit obtained before travel^[1]; arriving without one and carrying excess quantity risks confiscation.

Controlled substance at the Indonesian border

Diazepam is a Group IV psychotropic under Indonesia's Psychotropic Substances Law No. 5 of 1997. Failure to declare it at customs, or carrying a quantity above the 30-day personal-use limit without a BPOM permit, can result in confiscation and potential detention for questioning by customs or BNN officers. Always declare proactively, even when your supply is within the permitted limit.

While in country

Diazepam availability in Indonesia

Diazepam brands and generics in Indonesia

Brand name	Indication	Formulation	Supply note
Diazepam (generic)	Anxiety, seizure, muscle spasm	Tablet 2 mg, 5 mg; injection	Available at hospital pharmacies and licensed retail pharmacies; prescription required

No internationally branded diazepam products (Valium, Valpam, or Stesolid) are listed in BPOM's registered drug database for Indonesia; the medication is dispensed as unbranded generic diazepam through licensed hospital and retail pharmacies^[3]. A local prescription from a registered Indonesian physician is required for dispensing; foreign prescriptions are not accepted directly by pharmacies.

A 10-tablet strip of generic diazepam 5 mg typically costs Rp 5,000 to Rp 15,000 (~$0.30 to ~$0.95 / ~€0.28 to ~€0.87). For a broader overview of benzodiazepines in Indonesia, see the dedicated class guide.

Finding a doctor who can prescribe diazepam in Indonesia

As a Group IV psychotropic, diazepam must be prescribed by a registered Indonesian doctor, typically a psychiatrist or neurologist for ongoing use. Private hospitals in major cities such as Jakarta, Surabaya, Bali, and Medan have English-speaking specialists available.

A private specialist consultation costs approximately Rp 300,000 to Rp 600,000 (~$19 to ~$38 / ~€17 to ~€35). Telemedicine platforms operating in Indonesia, such as Halodoc and Alodokter, can connect you with a licensed doctor, though controlled-substance prescriptions typically require an in-person consultation.

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Storing diazepam while in Indonesia

Store diazepam at room temperature, below 30°C in a dry place protected from light. In Indonesia's tropical climate, where humidity frequently exceeds 80% and ambient temperatures in many cities remain above 30°C year-round, keep tablets in a sealed container inside an air-conditioned room. Avoid leaving medication in a car or on a windowsill. During power outages, which occur in parts of Indonesia, move medication to the coolest available indoor location and minimise exposure time.

Emergencies

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

If your medication is lost or stolen, file a police report immediately; you will need the report number to support a replacement prescription request. Go to the nearest private hospital with an accident and emergency department, bring your physician's letter and any remaining packaging, and ask to see a psychiatrist or neurologist who can issue a temporary local prescription.

If you run out of diazepam unexpectedly, do not stop abruptly without medical guidance. Visit a private hospital emergency department and present your original documentation. Generic diazepam is available in Indonesia through licensed hospital pharmacies once a local prescription is issued; community pharmacies may also stock it, but require a valid Indonesian prescription.

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Indonesia's national ambulance number is 118.^[6] The universal GSM emergency number 112 also connects to emergency services^[4]. For urgent care related to abrupt diazepam discontinuation, go directly to the nearest private hospital emergency department rather than waiting for a callback.

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Frequently asked questions

Is diazepam legal in Indonesia?

Diazepam is legal in Indonesia for personal medical use when accompanied by a valid prescription and physician's letter. It is classified as a Group IV psychotropic under Indonesia's Psychotropic Substances Law No. 5 of 1997^[2], which means you must declare it at customs and carry documentation confirming its medical necessity.

Can I bring diazepam into Indonesia?

Yes, you can bring diazepam into Indonesia with a personal supply of up to 30 days. BPOM requires a physician's letter and original prescription for all psychotropic medications brought into Indonesia^[3]; quantities above 30 days require a BPOM import permit obtained before travel.

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

Yes. Because diazepam is a Group IV psychotropic in Indonesia, a physician's letter is required alongside your original prescription. The letter should be accompanied by a certified Indonesian translation; customs officers at Indonesian airports may not accept English-only documentation.

Is diazepam available in Indonesia pharmacies?

Generic diazepam tablets are available at licensed hospital pharmacies and some retail pharmacies in Indonesia, but a prescription from a registered Indonesian doctor is required. No internationally branded versions such as Valium are listed in BPOM's registered drug database for Indonesia.

Is Valium available in Indonesia?

Valium, the internationally recognised brand name for diazepam, is not listed in BPOM's registered medicinal products database for Indonesia^[4]. The active ingredient diazepam is available in Indonesia only as an unbranded generic, dispensed through hospital and licensed retail pharmacies with a valid local prescription.

What if I run out of diazepam in Indonesia?

Go to a private hospital with a psychiatry or neurology department, such as RS Pondok Indah in Jakarta or BIMC Hospital in Bali, and present your original documentation. A local specialist can issue a new Indonesian prescription, enabling you to obtain generic diazepam from the hospital pharmacy.

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Diazepam in Indonesia: Controls, Import Rules and Brands