What Is Halal Certification?
Halal certification is proof that your product meets Islamic law—from ingredients and production to distribution. This certificate is more than just a formality. It is a global quality standard that determines the trust of Muslim consumers worldwide.
As of 2026, all food and beverage products without halal certification will be considered illegal in Indonesia. Therefore, if you’re a business owner, you should be aware of how to obtain a halal certification.
Why Do Businesses Need to Get Halal Certification Immediately?
Imagine consumers seeing two similar products: one labeled halal, one not. Which would they choose?
The answer is clear: products with a halal label are more trusted and sell faster.
In addition:
- ✅ Sales value increases. Your product can enter modern markets and export.
- ✅ Customer trust increases dramatically. Halal label = guarantee of safety and quality.
- ✅ Comply with the law. Avoid sanctions for illegal products starting in 2026.
- ✅ Improved brand image. Appear professional and care about Muslim consumers.
How to Get Halal Certification: A Complete Guide (2025)
Here are the steps for obtaining halal certification based on the latest regulations from BPJPH (Halal Product Assurance Agency).
1. Understand the Types of Halal Certification
Before you begin, understand the two main pathways:
- Regular Halal Certification: For complex products or medium-to-large scale.
- Free Halal Certification: Intended for MSMEs that meet certain criteria (limited quota and period).
Tip : Although there are free pathways, the process often takes longer and is not always available. If you require a quick and official process, regular halal certification is a more reliable and efficient option.
2. Prepare the Required Documents
Here are the main documents needed for halal certification:
- NIB (Business Identification Number)
- List of products and raw materials
- List of material suppliers
- Production process and flowchart
- Business location
- Halal slaughter certificate (if meat-related)
- Identity of the person in charge
All files will be uploaded through the BPJPH’s SIHALAL system.
3. Fill out the Halal Certification Registration Form
Next step: Go to the official website https://ptsp.halal.go.id and fill out the halal certification registration form.
Ensure all data is complete to avoid system rejection.
You can do this yourself, but using a halal certification assistant is much more efficient. The assistant will assist you throughout the process, from registration and halal certification procedures to product audits.
4. Halal Inspection and Audit Process
After submitting the form, the LPH (Halal Inspection Body) will conduct an audit at your business location. They inspect:
- Raw materials and suppliers
- Production process
- Hygiene and separation of halal and non-halal materials
The audit results will be submitted to the Indonesian Council of Ulama (MUI) for a halal fatwa.
5. Fatwa Determination and Certificate Issuance
If everything complies with Sharia law, the MUI will declare your product halal.
BPJPH then issues an official halal certificate that is valid for life (as long as there are no changes to the ingredients or production process).
Yes, you read that right: halal certification is now valid for life.
The Role of Halal Certification Facilitators in This Process
Halal certification facilitators are official partners of BPJPH (Indonesia’s Halal Product Authority) who assist business owners in obtaining halal certification and completing the certification process quickly and correctly. This helps them understand the halal certification process and the required documents.
Benefits of using halal certification assistance:
- Guidance from start to certificate issuance.
- Document review to avoid rejection.
- Assistance with communication with the LPH (Regional Audit Agency) and MUI (Indonesian Council of Ulama).
- Faster process with fewer errors.
If you want to save time, use the services of a certified facilitator—it’s not an additional cost, but an investment in efficiency.
Halal Food Certification: A Primary Focus for MSMEs
Food and beverage products are the categories with the highest demand for halal certification.
Maintaining halal food certification allows your business to:
- Access major marketplaces and retailers (Shopee, Tokopedia, Blibli, etc.).
- Be recognized by institutions and modern supermarkets.
- Increased export opportunities.
How to Register for Free Halal Certification — But Beware!
You may have heard about the free halal certification program (SEHATI) for MSMEs.
However, it’s important to know:
- Quotas are limited.
- Not all products qualify.
- The process can take a long time.
If you want speed and certainty, it’s better to register for regular halal certification now.
The process is clear, the results are fast, and the outcome is valid for life.
“Don’t wait for the free program to open—while your competitors already have halal labels!”
How Long Does the Halal Certification Process Take?
Average processing time:
- Regular route: ±21 business days (can be faster if documents are complete).
- Free route: depends on quota and document readiness (can take months).
Halal Certification Costs
Costs vary depending on the type of product and the inspection agency.
However, for MSMEs, the costs are very affordable — especially considering the potential increase in sales that comes with being halal certified.
How to Check Halal Certification Status
You can monitor the process through the website https://ptsp.halal.go.id or the SIHALAL BPJPH app.
Enter your NIB or registration number to see the latest status.
Conclusion: Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late!
Now you know how to obtain halal certification from start to finish.
The halal label isn’t just a symbol — it’s key to reputation, trust, and business sustainability.
🌟 Don’t delay. Get your business halal certified now.
- Get guidance from a professional halal certification assistant to easily understand the halal certification process.
- The process is fast, easy, and official from BPJPH.
- Valid for life — once and for all.
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