David Wang
-Updated on June 24, 2026
What does 'held at customs' mean for my Indonesia Post parcel?
It means an international shipment is waiting for customs clearance in the destination country. The parcel may be inspected and import duties or taxes may be due. Delivery resumes once customs releases the item, sometimes after the recipient pays any charges.
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