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Indonesia postpones mandatory halal certification deadline

Overview

The Indonesian government has officially postponed the mandatory halal certification deadline from October 18, 2026, to October 17, 2028. Announced by the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs, the delay follows directives from President Prabowo Subianto to ensure MSME sustainability and allow businesses more time to adapt to the national halal ecosystem. Prior to the postponement, officials had maintained that the deadline would proceed without delay. In early October 2026, BPJPH Head Ahmad Haikal Hasan stated that the government was drafting special provisions for micro and small enterprises (UMK), imported products, and raw materials to ensure an orderly implementation. Despite these assurances, the Indonesian Cosmetics Association (Perkosmi) continued to warn of potential ‘mass product returns, stock losses, and supply chain disruptions’ due to the complexity of certifying numerous imported raw materials. The final extension applies to food, beverages, slaughter products, and services, as well as cosmetics, medicines, and chemical products. Minister of MSMEs Maman Abdurrahman emphasized that the delay considers the financial burden and readiness of small enterprises, though certification remains a legal obligation under Law Number 33 of 2014. Recent reports indicate that the government’s free certification program, Sehati, has struggled to meet its target of 1.35 million certified MSMEs due to difficulties in preparing necessary documentation. In response to these challenges, private entities such as PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) have begun conducting workshops in regions like Cibubur and Pontianak to provide free halal certification assistance and digital banking services. The decision has drawn criticism from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), which expressed regret, arguing that the state should prioritize the rights of Muslim citizens to receive guaranteed halal products.

Entities

Indonesia · Maman Abdurrahman · BPJPH · Prabowo Subianto · Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Produk Halal

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Indonesia delays mandatory halal certification for MSMEs until 2028

    Indonesia has pushed back the mandatory halal certification deadline for MSMEs to 2028 to help small businesses overcome administrative challenges and meet regulatory requirements.

  2. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Indonesia postpones mandatory halal certification for MSMEs to 2028

    Indonesia has postponed the mandatory halal certification deadline for MSMEs from October 2026 to October 2028 to ease administrative burdens, sparking debate over national halal industry leadership.

  3. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Indonesia postpones mandatory halal certification deadline to 2028

    Indonesia has extended the mandatory halal certification deadline for various products and services to October 2028 to ease the financial and operational burden on MSMEs.

  4. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Indonesia to mandate halal certification for products starting October 2026

    Indonesia will mandate halal certification for local and imported products starting October 18, 2026. Industry groups like Perkosmi warn of supply chain risks and request a realistic transition period.

  5. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Indonesia to implement mandatory halal certification on October 18, 2026

    Indonesia will implement mandatory halal certification on October 18, 2026. The government is finalizing technical rules to support small businesses and ensure smooth implementation for various products.

  6. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    BCA assists 5,000 MSMEs in obtaining halal certification

    BCA received an award for assisting 5,000 Indonesian MSMEs in obtaining halal certification, a move that has contributed to an average turnover increase of 8.5 percent for participating businesses.

  7. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Indonesia MSMEs face halal certification hurdles and new legal aid

    Indonesian micro-entrepreneurs are seeking judicial review for simpler halal certification processes, while the Palembang District Attorney's Office has launched a free legal assistance program for MSMEs.

  8. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Indonesia to consider MSME conditions for mandatory halal certification

    Indonesia's MSME Minister Maman Abdurrahman announced that the government will consider the capital and literacy limitations of small businesses regarding mandatory halal certification starting October 2026.

Sources

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