ASEAN citizens: If you hold a valid driver's license from an ASEAN member state (Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, or Vietnam), your domestic license is fully recognized in Indonesia.
Other nationalities: Under Indonesian traffic law, foreign drivers from outside the ASEAN region are required to carry an IDP alongside their domestic license.
If you are stopped by the police without one, you may be subject to an official fine of up to 1,000,000 IDR (around $60 USD).
Getting an IDP is a straightforward process. You just need to apply through your national automobile association or local transport office using your current driver's license and a passport photo.
For Australian drivers, it costs $49 AUD and is issued instantly at a local branch, or takes a few days online.
For EU drivers, the fee is typically between €15 and €25, and you can usually get it on the same day if you apply in person.
Note: For the car handover process, we only require your valid domestic driver's license and passport. However, we strongly recommend bringing an IDP to ensure you are fully compliant with local traffic laws while on the road.