Opioid Pain Medication Indonesia: Rules & Brands

Quick reference

Drug class: Opioid analgesics: narcotic-listed members (morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, codeine) and tramadol, which Indonesia does not class as a narcotic
Controlled substance: Morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl: Group II narcotics. Codeine: Group III narcotic (Law No. 35 of 2009). Tramadol: not a narcotic or psychotropic. Hydrocodone and tapentadol: status not confirmed.
Prescription required: Yes for every opioid in this class.
Available locally: Morphine: MST Continus. Fentanyl: Durogesic. Codeine: Codikaf, Coditam, Codipront. Oxycodone: Oxynorm, Oxyneo. Tramadol: Tramal, Dolsic, Kamadol, Katrasic. Hydrocodone and tapentadol: no Indonesian brand found.
Storage: Room temperature, away from heat and direct sun, in original packaging.
Max supply to carry: Narcotics: no more than the length of your visit. Tramadol: no narcotic cap found. Hydrocodone and tapentadol: confirm with BPOM.
Key document: Physician's letter plus copy of the original prescription, original packaging, and a declaration on the All Indonesia website.
Emergency alternative: Do not swap opioids yourself; a doctor registered in Indonesia must decide any change using your doctor's letter.

Opioid pain medication options in Indonesia

Active ingredient	Available locally?	Local brand(s)	Controlled status	Prescription required?	Max supply
Oxycodone	Limited	Oxynorm, Oxyneo	Group II narcotic	Yes	No more than visit length
Hydrocodone	Not confirmed	None found	Not confirmed	Yes	Confirm with BPOM
Morphine	Yes	MST Continus	Group II narcotic	Yes	No more than visit length
Codeine	Yes	Codikaf, Coditam, Codipront	Group III narcotic	Yes	No more than visit length
Tramadol	Yes	Tramal, Dolsic, Kamadol, Katrasic	Not a narcotic or psychotropic	Yes	No narcotic cap found
Tapentadol	Not confirmed	None found	Not confirmed	Yes	Confirm with BPOM
Fentanyl	Yes	Durogesic	Group II narcotic	Yes	No more than visit length

Opioid pain medication in Indonesia: what changes when you travel

Indonesia regulates opioid pain medication unevenly. Morphine (MST Continus), oxycodone (Oxynorm), fentanyl (Durogesic) and codeine are narcotics under Law No. 35 of 2009.^[12] Tramadol (Tramal) is not a narcotic, while hydrocodone is a Group II narcotic, and tapentadol is not named on Indonesia's narcotics or psychotropics lists.^[14]^[13]

Sources differ on whether narcotic painkillers may enter in passenger baggage, so get written confirmation from BPOM before you fly. Our Indonesia healthcare guide covers local context.

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.

Documentation for travelling to Indonesia with opioid pain medication

Morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl and codeine need the most paperwork. Indonesian embassy guidance says narcotics are prohibited, but medicines containing them must be declared with a physician's letter and a copy of the original prescription. Each one is a controlled substance under Indonesian narcotics law, so keep it in original packaging.^[1] Find more information about import documents on our opioid pain medication travel guide.

What your doctor's letter must include

Your full name exactly as in your passport, each medication by generic name and brand, daily dose and frequency, total quantity carried, and a statement that it is for personal use only. Add the doctor's signature, registration number and clinic letterhead. List every opioid you carry, including combination products. Have the letter written in Bahasa Indonesia or English.

If you take only tramadol, the narcotics pathway does not apply. BPOM states that importing personal medicines does not require a permit, but all prescription medication must be declared on the All Indonesia website. Hydrocodone and tapentadol are unconfirmed, so treat them like narcotics until BPOM says otherwise.^[2]^[3]

Questions to ask your prescriber before you travel

Bring this list to your appointment.

Can you write a letter naming each opioid by generic name and brand, with daily dose and total quantity?
What is my pain plan if customs keeps any of my opioids?
Do any of my products combine an opioid with paracetamol, and should the letter list them separately?
Which of my opioids have no confirmed Indonesian brand, and what should a local doctor know about my dose history?
Can your office send my records to a local doctor if I need a new Indonesian prescription?
How can I reach you for urgent advice from Indonesia, and who covers when you are unavailable?

How much opioid pain medication to bring

For narcotics, the quantity must not exceed the duration of your visit. Count days precisely and ask your prescriber to state the total in the letter. Hand-carry everything, because the US State Department advises never mailing or shipping medication to Indonesia.^[3]^[1]

For tramadol, the sources reviewed state no narcotic cap. Match the quantity to your itinerary and expect questions about anything above it.

Keep narcotics in hand luggage

Carry opioids in hand luggage with your letter, prescription and original pharmacy packaging. Do not post or courier them to your accommodation.

Packing and storing opioid pain medication for travel

Tablets, capsules and liquids in this class need room temperature and shade. Keep fentanyl patches in their sealed pouches and away from heat sources. Do not decant into pill organisers, because the label must match your letter. Pack a printed copy of the letter beside the medication and a digital copy on your phone.

Airport security with opioid pain medication

Screening rules come from the national security agency at each airport on your route, not from airlines. Present oral liquids and patches separately and show the letter at the screening point. Check each transit airport's rules for liquid medication volumes before you leave.

Customs and import rules for opioid pain medication in Indonesia

Carry the prescription with any personal medicine: without one, Indonesia allows 30 tablets or capsules of each medicine, and with one you can bring up to 90 days' treatment. Narcotics and psychotropics have separate provisions, including a doctor's letter, a copy of the prescription and a limit of two months' treatment tied to the length of your stay, so read the narcotics section before you fly.^[8]^[2]

Declare every opioid, including tramadol. Show the declaration, letter and prescription together when an officer asks, and do not repack anything at the desk.

Narcotic painkillers carry criminal penalties

Morphine, oxycodone and fentanyl are Group II narcotics and codeine is Group III under Law No. 35 of 2009. Article 113 sets a maximum penalty for unlawful import of 20 years, life imprisonment or the death penalty. Declare every opioid and carry original documents.

Opioid pain medication availability in Indonesia

BPOM-approved opioids include fentanyl as Durogesic, morphine as MST Continus, codeine as Codikaf, Coditam and Codipront, and oxycodone as Oxynorm and Oxyneo. Codeine is a Group III narcotic available only with a doctor's prescription. Phone a pharmacy to confirm stock before relying on it.^[5]

Tramadol is sold as Tramal, Dolsic, Kamadol, Katrasic and other brands. We found no Indonesian brand or confirmed schedule for hydrocodone or tapentadol, so ask BPOM or a local doctor before assuming either is obtainable.^[6]

Codeine phosphate 20 mg is listed at about Rp17,000 (~$1 / ~€0.90) per tablet. We found no reliable prices for the other opioids, so ask the pharmacy before you commit.^[7]

Pharmacy phrases in Indonesian

Use these at the pharmacy counter when asking about opioid options.

“Saya minum obat pereda nyeri opioid. Obat apa yang tersedia di sini?”

I take opioid pain medication. What options do you have here?

“Apakah ada versi generik dari obat ini?”

Is there a generic version of this medication?

“Apakah Anda punya MST Continus atau Durogesic?”

Do you carry MST Continus or Durogesic?

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Finding a doctor who can prescribe opioid pain medication in Indonesia

Narcotic opioids are dispensed only against a doctor's prescription, so book a consultation at a hospital in a major city rather than a walk-in clinic. Our Jakarta healthcare guide lists private hospital options. Ask for the consultation fee and whether English is spoken before you book.

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Storing opioid pain medication while in Indonesia

Keep opioids on you or in a locked hotel safe, never visible in a room. Do not leave them in vehicles, beach bags or scooter compartments, where heat builds quickly. Store the letter and prescription with the medication so a single bag holds everything an officer or doctor may ask for.

What to do if something goes wrong with your opioid pain medication in Indonesia

If narcotic opioids are lost or stolen, file a police report at the nearest station and keep a copy. Embassies and consulates cannot help with importing or releasing medication, so ask your prescriber to send your records to a local doctor.^[3]

If your opioid is unavailable, do not swap to another yourself. A local doctor decides any change using your letter and dose history. Tramadol has the longest list of local brands in the sources we reviewed, but suitability is the doctor's call. See our tramadol abroad guide for information on international access.

Emergency phrases in Indonesian

“Saya membutuhkan obat saya. Ini resep dan surat dokter saya.”

I need my medication. Here are my prescription and doctor's letter.

“Saya minum obat ini setiap hari untuk nyeri kronis.”

I take this medication every day for chronic pain.

“Tolong panggilkan dokter.”

Please call a doctor.

“Di mana rumah sakit atau apotek 24 jam terdekat?”

Where is the nearest hospital or 24-hour pharmacy?

Call 112 for general emergencies, 118 or 119 for an ambulance, and 110 for police. Show your letter to the treating team straight away.^[10]

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Frequently asked questions

Is opioid pain medication legal in Indonesia?

It is legal for medical use with a prescription, but morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl and codeine are narcotics with tight controls. Tramadol is neither a narcotic nor a psychotropic in Indonesia, though it is still prescription-only.^[14]^[4]

Can I bring my opioid painkillers into Indonesia?

Yes in principle, with a declaration and full documents. The narcotic members need the pathway described above, and sources differ on passenger-baggage rules, so request written confirmation from BPOM before you fly.

Do I need a doctor's letter to fly with opioid pain medication?

Yes. The US State Department advises a letter showing the medication name, daily dose and confirmation of personal use. Indonesian officials check it on arrival, and your airline may ask for it at check-in.^[3]

Which opioid pain medications are available in Indonesia?

Fentanyl, morphine, codeine, oxycodone and tramadol all have local brands, listed in the availability section. Hydrocodone and tapentadol had no Indonesian brand in the sources we reviewed.

Is Percocet or OxyContin available in Indonesia?

We found no Indonesian listing for either name. The oxycodone products approved by BPOM are Oxynorm and Oxyneo, and a local doctor must prescribe them.^[5]

What if my specific opioid brand isn't available in Indonesia?

A doctor registered in Indonesia decides whether any alternative suits you, not a pharmacist and not this guide. Bring your letter and dose history, and ask your own prescriber for advice before travel.

What if I run out of opioid pain medication in Indonesia?

See a local doctor for a new prescription and fill it at a licensed pharmacy. Avoid illegal drug stores and social media sellers, which Indonesia's narcotics agency has found selling tramadol without prescriptions.^[4]

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