No, nunchucks are classified as controlled weapons under Indonesia’s 2023 Firearms and Ammunition Act, rendering their possession, sale, or importation illegal without a military-grade permit. Civilian ownership is prohibited, with enforcement prioritized by the Indonesian National Police (Kepolisian Negara Republik Indonesia) and Customs (Bea Cukai), particularly at ports like Tanjung Priok. Recent 2026 draft amendments to the Arms Law further tighten penalties, including mandatory imprisonment for trafficking.
Key Regulations for Nunchucks in Indonesia
- Prohibited Classification: Nunchucks fall under Article 1(2) of the 2023 Firearms Act as “non-firearm weapons,” barring civilian access without a Surat Izin Kepemilikan Senjata Api (SIKSA)—a permit reserved for military/police.
- Enforcement Bodies: The Indonesian National Police’s Direktorat Reserse Kriminal Umum and Customs (Bea Cukai) conduct seizures, with 2025 raids in Jakarta and Surabaya targeting unlicensed martial arts equipment.
- Penalties: Violations trigger Pasal 14 of the Arms Law: up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to IDR 1 billion (≈USD 65,000), escalated under 2026 amendments for organized trafficking.