No. Drinking alcohol in public spaces is illegal under Indonesia’s 2013 Health Law and local ordinances, with exceptions for licensed venues. Violations risk fines up to IDR 500 million or imprisonment under regional bylaws enforced by municipal authorities and the National Narcotics Agency (BNN).
Key Regulations for Drinking in Public in Indonesia
- 2013 Health Law (No. 36/2013): Prohibits public consumption of alcohol, classifying it as a controlled substance under Article 114. Local governments may impose stricter penalties.
- Regional Bylaws: Cities like Jakarta (Perda No. 2/2017) and Surabaya ban open-container drinking, with fines up to IDR 50 million. Aceh enforces Sharia-based prohibitions, including caning for violations.
- 2026 Compliance Shifts: The BNN’s Gerakan Nasional Anti Narkoba (Gernas) targets public drinking hotspots, collaborating with police to conduct raids in tourist zones like Bali and Batam.