Shipping goods from Indonesia to Russia
Tanjung Priok in Jakarta is the main port of departure for Indonesian cargo to Russia. There are no direct services to Russian ports, so the route almost always runs via Singapore or another major hub, and double transhipment is the main reason transit times vary. A multimodal route takes 30–40 days to Moscow and pure sea freight 35–50 days, depending largely on how well the vessels connect. High-value consignments go by air via Dubai.
We act for Indonesian producers and exporters whose customers are in Russia and the CIS. We collect in Jakarta and Surabaya, book the sea or air leg, plan the plant-health and veterinary paperwork and clear the goods through Russian customs for your buyer. Shipments start at 50 kg, with no weight limit for air freight, and all goods and counterparties are screened against sanctions lists before we accept a booking.
How we ship from Indonesia to Russia
Air freight
From any country in 2–8 days door to door via Istanbul or Dubai, charged by volumetric weight (1 m³ = 167 kg), no weight limit. Minimum service fee €200.
Transit times to Moscow
| Mode | Door to door |
|---|---|
| Multimodal | 30–40 days |
| Sea (via port) | 35–50 days |
| Air | 2–8 days |
What suppliers ship from Indonesia to Russia
Indonesian suppliers ship coffee and cocoa, palm oil and food ingredients, solid-wood and rattan furniture, textiles and rubber goods. Plant products are subject to phytosanitary control, and the origin of coffee and cocoa affects the import duty rate, so the documents need as much attention as the transport.
Where we collect from Indonesia
Jakarta, Surabaya and any other address.
Export formalities
The Indonesian export declaration is lodged at the port of dispatch by your broker or arranged by us. Phytosanitary and veterinary documents take time to issue in Indonesia, so we plan the loading date with a margin. For coffee and cocoa we obtain a certificate of origin, which determines the duty rate your buyer pays in Russia.
How it works for you as a supplier
- 1Quote within 2 hours
Send the invoice or packing list — we check the HS codes against EU sanctions lists and quote transport, export formalities and customs clearance in Russia. - 2Collection from your premises
We pick up the goods from your warehouse or factory and take them to our consolidation warehouse or load a dedicated truck. - 3Export declaration
We lodge the export declaration on your behalf and send you the MRN and the proof of exit — the basis for zero-rating VAT. - 4Delivery to your customer
Border crossing, customs clearance in Russia and delivery to your buyer’s warehouse; tracking at every stage.
Practical tips
- Start the phytosanitary or veterinary certificates early — they are the usual reason Indonesian shipments miss their vessel.
- Obtain a certificate of origin for coffee and cocoa; it has a direct effect on the duty rate.
- Plan for transhipment: the connection in Singapore or another hub sets the real transit time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from Indonesia to Russia take?
A multimodal route takes 30–40 days to Moscow; sea freight via a transhipment hub takes 35–50 days. The spread depends on vessel connections. Air freight via Dubai is available for urgent or valuable goods.
How can my Russian customer pay me?
Through our supplier-payment service: the Russian buyer pays a payment agent under an agency agreement, and a partner company resident in the EU transfers the invoice amount to your account by SWIFT, quoting your invoice number. The commission is agreed with the buyer in advance, and payments for sanctioned goods are not made.
Which documents are needed?
A commercial invoice with HS codes, prices and Incoterms, a packing list, the Indonesian export declaration, a certificate of origin and, for plant or animal products, phytosanitary or veterinary certificates.
Are shipments screened for sanctions?
Yes. We only accept goods that are not subject to EU, UK, Swiss or US sanctions. Before booking we screen the HS codes and all parties, and any restricted or dual-use item is declined.