Indonesia travel details
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Indonesia has a population of 259M with main currency as Indonesian Rupiah. The languages spoken are Indonesian. Indonesia travel safety advice is Exercise a high degree of caution. Automatic teller machines are common in Indonesia. Tipping is usually not expected in Indonesia. Internet speed in Indonesia is on average 3.9 Mbps.In Indonesia you drive on the left side.
Indonesia travel advice
⬤ Exercise a high degree of caution
The Bali Provincial Government has introduced a new tourist levy of IDR 150,000 per person to foreign tourists entering Bali. The tourist levy is separate from the e-Visa on Arrival or the Visa on Arrival. Cashless payments can be made online prior to travel or on arrival at designated payment counters at Bali's airport and seaport. See the Bali Provincial Government's official website for further information (see link in 'Travel' section below).
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Indonesia overall due to security risks.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Issue Date : Jun 5, 2024
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Indonesia essential details
Plugs
Indonesia uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are Indonesian
Money in Indonesia
Currencies
Indonesia uses the Indonesian rupiah (symbol: Rp), code IDR.Banknotes come in denominations of 100000, 50000, 20000, 10000, 5000, 2000 and 1000 rupiahs. Rupiah is subdivided into 100 sens. Coins come in denominations of 1000, 500, 200 and 100 rupiahs.
ATM
Automatic teller machines are common in Indonesia. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Tipping
Not expected, but can leave extra tip Tipping is usually not expected in Indonesia. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip. Receipts might sometimes include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.
Internet in Indonesia
Internet
Internet speed in Indonesia is on average 3.9 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Indonesia is low. It is not as easy to find one.
Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about 65,999.24 IDR, which includes 2 GB of data plan. You can choose from 7 telecoms: 3 (Tri), Bolt, IM3 Ooredoo, Net1, Smartfren, Telkomsel or XL Axiata. Indonesia uses GSM mobile networks GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Indonesia upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Calling
To call Indonesia, dial +, then 62 (the country code for Indonesia), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Indonesia, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 61 .
Indonesia travel details
Driving in Indonesia
Road rules
In Indonesia you drive on the left side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 100 km/h (62 mph) on motorways, 100 km/h (62 mph) on expressways, 40-50 km/h (24-31 mph) in all built-up areas and 60-80 km/h (37-49 mph) on undivided highways.
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Indonesia visa advice
If you're considering exploring Indonesia beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Indonesia transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Indonesia, understanding Indonesia Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.