No. Open carry of firearms is illegal in Indonesia under Law No. 1 of 2023 on the Police Force, which delegates firearm regulation to the Indonesian National Police (Kepolisian Negara Republik Indonesia). Civilian possession requires a Surat Izin Pemakaian Senjata Api (SIPSA), issued only for self-defense in high-risk professions, with strict quotas and annual renewals. Violations carry penalties up to 10 years imprisonment under the Penal Code.
Key Regulations for Open Carry in Indonesia
- Licensing Authority: The Indonesian National Police (Polri) exclusively grants SIPSA permits under Perkapol No. 12/2016, restricting issuance to diplomats, security personnel, and select private individuals.
- Prohibited Circumstances: Open carry is banned in public spaces, during protests, or near government facilities; violations trigger immediate confiscation and criminal charges.
- 2026 Compliance Shift: Polri’s Roadmap for Firearm Control 2024–2030 tightens oversight, mandating GPS tracking for issued firearms and digital verification of permit holders.
Firearms must remain concealed and secured; visible carry without authorization constitutes a Pasal 214 offense. Foreign nationals face deportation for non-compliance.