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Chat with Bali Zero on WhatsAppIf you're running a food business in Indonesia—whether that's a restaurant in Bali, a beverage manufacturing plant in Jakarta, or an organic cosmetics brand—you need to know this: halal certification is now mandatory.
Under UU 33/2014 (Undang-Undang Jaminan Produk Halal), all food, beverages, and certain other consumer products entering or circulating in Indonesia must be halal-certified, unless explicitly labeled as "TIDAK HALAL" (Not Halal).
With the KBLI 2025 update now in effect (transition deadline June 2026), understanding which business classification codes require halal certification—and how to get it—is critical for legal compliance and market access.
This guide covers:
Halal certification verifies that a product complies with Islamic law (Sharia), meaning it:
Legal Basis:
Who issues certification?
Here's a breakdown of KBLI categories that fall under the halal certification mandate:
All food manufacturing codes require halal certification, including:
| KBLI Code | Business Type | Halal Required? |
|---|---|---|
| 10111 | Meat processing (beef, poultry) | Yes |
| 10120 | Fish processing | Yes |
| 10130 | Fruit and vegetable processing | Yes |
| 10191 | Bakery products | Yes |
| 10310 | Fruit and vegetable oil production | Yes |
| 10410 | Cooking oil and margarine | Yes |
| 10512 | Ice cream manufacturing | Yes |
| 10611 | Grain milling (rice, flour) | Yes |
| 10710 | Bread and pastries | Yes |
| 10791 | Instant noodles | Yes |
Exemption: If your product contains pork or other non-halal ingredients, you must label it "TIDAK HALAL" and follow non-halal product regulations (separate storage, clear signage).
| KBLI Code | Business Type | Halal Required? |
|---|---|---|
| 11010 | Non-alcoholic beverages | Yes |
| 11020 | Bottled water | Yes |
| 11030 | Soft drinks | Yes |
| 11040 | Fruit and vegetable juices | Yes |
| 11050 | Coffee, tea, herbal drinks | Yes |
| 11060 | Alcoholic beverages | NO (exempt, but must be labeled) |
Alcohol exemption: Alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, spirits) are exempt from halal certification but must comply with labeling laws and excise regulations.
All food service businesses require halal certification or non-halal labeling:
| KBLI Code | Business Type | Halal Required? |
|---|---|---|
| 56101 | Full-service restaurants | Yes (or label "TIDAK HALAL") |
| 56102 | Fast food restaurants | Yes (or label "TIDAK HALAL") |
| 56103 | Food stalls and street vendors | Yes (or label "TIDAK HALAL") |
| 56210 | Catering services | Yes (or label "TIDAK HALAL") |
| 56301 | Cafes and coffee shops | Yes (or label "TIDAK HALAL") |
| 56302 | Bars and nightclubs | NO (if serving only alcohol) |
| 56309 | Other food service activities | Yes (or label "TIDAK HALAL") |
Bali-specific note: Many restaurants in Bali serve pork (babi guling) or alcohol. These businesses must:
| KBLI Code | Business Type | Halal Required? |
|---|---|---|
| 47111 | Supermarkets and hypermarkets | Yes (for products sold) |
| 47112 | Convenience stores | Yes (for products sold) |
| 47113 | Grocery stores | Yes (for products sold) |
| 47191 | Non-store retail (online) | Yes (for products sold) |
Note: Retailers don't need halal certification for their business, but all food/beverage products they sell must be halal-certified or labeled "TIDAK HALAL".
Yes, cosmetics too! Under UU 33/2014, cosmetics are subject to halal certification:
| KBLI Code | Business Type | Halal Required? |
|---|---|---|
| 20231 | Cosmetics manufacturing | Yes (deadline: 2026) |
| 20232 | Personal care products | Yes (deadline: 2026) |
Why cosmetics? Many cosmetics contain animal-derived ingredients (collagen, glycerin, carmine dye). Halal certification ensures no pork-derived or prohibited ingredients.
Here's how to obtain halal certification through BPJPH (Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Produk Halal):
Documents required:
BPJPH assigns an LPH (Lembaga Pemeriksa Halal) to conduct an on-site audit:
Duration: 1-2 weeks (depending on business size and product complexity)
Duration: 1-3 months (MUI meets monthly to review cases)
Total timeline: 2-6 months from application to certificate
The cost of halal certification varies by business size and product complexity:
| Business Type | Annual Revenue | Certification Cost (IDR) |
|---|---|---|
| Micro business | < 500 million | FREE (subsidized by government) |
| Small business | 500M - 2.5 billion | 0 - 5 million |
| Medium business | 2.5B - 50 billion | 5 - 15 million |
| Large business | > 50 billion | 15 - 50 million+ |
Additional costs:
Government subsidy: Micro and small businesses (under IDR 2.5 billion revenue) can apply for subsidized or free certification through BPJPH's SME program.
Bali presents unique challenges for halal compliance due to its Hindu-majority population and tourism-focused F&B industry:
Problem: Many Bali restaurants (babi guling, beachfront bars) serve pork or alcohol.
Solution:
Legal requirement: You must choose one or the other. Unlabeled non-halal food is a violation.
Challenge: Many expat-owned cafes, bakeries, and restaurants in Bali don't realize halal certification applies to them.
Reality check:
Challenge: Many Bali cafes import specialty ingredients (cheese, sauces, supplements) from abroad.
Halal requirement:
Opportunity: Halal certification opens access to Muslim tourist markets (Middle East, Malaysia, Brunei).
Bali halal tourism stats (2025):
Certain products and businesses are exempt from halal certification:
KBLI 11060 (beer, wine, spirits) is exempt. However:
Pork-based products (KBLI 10111 - pork processing) are exempt if clearly labeled:
Products manufactured in Indonesia but only for export (not sold domestically) are exempt. However:
Furniture, electronics, textiles (non-ingestible, non-topical products) are exempt. However:
What happens if you don't get halal certification?
Wrong. Halal certification is a legal requirement, not a marketing choice. Even if your customers are 100% Muslim, you must have BPJPH certification or non-halal labeling.
Risk: If you're operating without certification (and without "TIDAK HALAL" labels), you're in violation of UU 33/2014. Start the process now—it takes 2-6 months.
False. Micro/small businesses (under IDR 2.5 billion revenue) can get free or subsidized certification. Even medium businesses pay only IDR 5-15 million—far less than potential fines or market loss.
Wrong. UU 33/2014 is a national law. Bali, Jakarta, or Papua—same rules. If you serve pork/alcohol, just label it "TIDAK HALAL". Don't ignore the law.
Not enough. You need documented halal certificates from suppliers. Verbal assurances don't count. BPJPH auditors will ask for supplier certificates during the LPH audit.
At Bali Zero, we specialize in helping foreign investors and local businesses navigate Indonesia's complex regulatory environment—including halal certification.
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Yes. All restaurants (KBLI 56101-56309) must either obtain halal certification or explicitly label products as "TIDAK HALAL". Many Bali restaurants serving pork or alcohol must use non-halal labeling.
Small businesses (turnover under IDR 500M/year) can get subsidized or free certification. Medium businesses pay IDR 5-15 million. Large companies may pay IDR 15-50 million+ depending on product complexity.
Yes, but it must be clearly labeled "TIDAK HALAL" with proper labeling, stored separately, and not mixed with halal products. This applies to pork, alcohol, and other non-halal items.
Yes. KBLI 20231-20232 (cosmetics and personal care manufacturing) requires halal certification under UU 33/2014. The deadline for cosmetics was 2026.
2-6 months from application to certificate. The timeline depends on:
Consequences:
Yes, but you need:
No, if they only serve alcohol (KBLI 56302). However, if they serve food, they must:
Next Steps:
Need help with halal certification? Book a free consultation with Bali Zero and let our experts guide you through the process.
This article is part of the KBLI 2025 compliance series. For more guides, visit our Business Setup Hub.
| 10821 |
| Confectionery (candy, chocolate) |
| Yes |