No, incestuous relationships, including dating between siblings, are criminalized under Indonesia’s Penal Code (KUHP) and Islamic law in Aceh. Engaging in such acts risks imprisonment or fines under Article 294 KUHP, with stricter enforcement in Sharia-adherent regions.
Key Regulations for Dating Siblings in Indonesia
- Penal Code (KUHP) Article 294: Prohibits incest between siblings, punishable by up to 7 years imprisonment or fines up to IDR 45 million (2026 adjusted penalties).
- Aceh Qanun Jinayat (2014, amended 2026): Imposes caning (up to 100 strokes) or imprisonment for Muslims under Sharia courts, with non-Muslims subject to KUHP.
- Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek) Article 81: Invalidates marriages between siblings, annulling legal recognition and inheritance rights.
Enforcement varies by jurisdiction, but authorities in conservative provinces prioritize prosecutions. Foreign nationals are not exempt; diplomatic immunity does not apply to criminal acts under Indonesian law.