Eligible/Ineligible product
Eligible
- All fish and seafood products except live crustacean species listed below
Ineligible
- Live crustaceans listed below are prohibited:
- Asian crab (Charybdis japonica)
- Crayfish (Orconectes spp.)
- Californian crayfish (Pacifastacus leniusculus)
- Louisiana crayfish (Procambarus spp.)
Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country
Prior Notice
- As of October 6, 2024, the Indonesian Quarantine Agency (IQA) requires that exporters submit a Prior Notice (K-1.2) prior to, or shortly after shipping fish or fish products into Indonesia
- The Prior Notice (K-1.2) is accessible via an online portal
- A user manual is available within the portal
- The portal is administered by IQA and any questions should be sent to IQA directly
Product specification
Sampling and testing as well as an inspection may be required for certain species. Exporters are advised to contact their CFIA Area Office in advance of harvesting to determine the requirements and, if required, accommodate the scheduling of inspection and sampling which must occur prior to processing and freezing since some inspection must be conducted when the aquatic animal is alive.
Halal certification requirements
Following a delay to the original October 17, 2024 date, halal certification will become mandatory for various imported food and beverage products, including several fish and seafood products, at a date to be set by Indonesia. This new implementation date will be no later than October 17, 2026.
- Depending on the fish and seafood being exported, halal certification may be required.
If required, the importer and exporter are responsible for obtaining the halal certification for the exported products. The CFIA is not involved in halal certification. - The halal certificate must be issued by a halal certification body recognized by the Indonesian authorities. Please consult this list of certification bodies that have been officially recognized and accredited by Indonesia's Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH). For additional information about halal certification requirements, contact the halal certification bodies directly as they will be best positioned to answer your questions.
- You are encouraged to work with your importer to confirm the requirements and necessary documentation applicable to your products prior to export and in advance of contacting your local CFIA office.
Documentation requirements
Certificate
- Certificate of Origin and Hygiene (CFIA/ACIA 5003)
In addition to the above certificate, the following is required for aquatic animals and fishery products:
- Health Certificate for Aquatic Animals and Fishery Products Exported to the Republic of Indonesia from Canada (AQAH-1100)
This certificate is a Joint Certificate containing both Food Safety/Public Health AND Aquatic Animal Health attestations. Please consult your CFIA inspector for any further instructions at the time of the certificate request submission.