Aceh Customs Seizes Balinese Arak Without Excise Stamps

In a decisive move against the illicit trade of alcoholic beverages, the Customs and Excise office in Banda Aceh, in collaboration with the Aceh Public Order Agency (Satpol PP), has successfully confiscated a significant quantity of Balinese arak. The operation, conducted at a shipping service company in Aceh Besar, resulted in the seizure of three boxes containing 24 bottles of the popular traditional drink, all found to be lacking the legally required excise stamps. This action highlights the strict enforcement of regulations within Aceh, a province that adheres to Sharia law. The confiscated arak, each bottle measuring 600 milliliters, was found to be in violation of customs and excise laws due to its distribution without official oversight. Bea Cukai Banda Aceh is now proceeding with further investigations, including laboratory testing of the seized beverages and tracing their origin, to ensure full compliance with the law and support the enforcement of regional regulations. This operation underscores the commitment of the Customs and Excise authorities to work synergistically with local government and relevant agencies in eradicating the circulation of illegal excisable goods and upholding the unique legal framework of Aceh.

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From the examination results, all 600 milliliter bottles were not affixed with excise stamps as required by laws and regulations in the field of excise.