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Moving to Indonesia (Bali) — next steps

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🚗Car ownership~€164/mo
🟡 Low costs

~€164/mo · used compact from €8k · ⛽ €0.65/L

Estimated monthly total

~€164/mo

Ownership + ~1,000 km of fuel per month

Purchase costs
VAT on new car11%
Registration tax0%
Import duty50%

Indonesia has high import duties on fully-built cars (CBU): 50% + 11% VAT + luxury tax (PPnBM) 10-95% based on engine size. Locally assembled (CKD) cars far cheaper. RIGHT-HAND DRIVE country.

Annual ownership costs
Road tax~€50
3rd party insurance~€80
Vehicle inspection€15 / 5 yr
Total/year~€145
Fuel prices(2026-Q1)
⛽ €0.65/L🚛 €0.55/L diesel
Used car market
5yr compact (Golf/Corolla)~€8k
New equivalent~€15k
Market quality🟡 Fair

Toyota, Honda, Daihatsu, and Mitsubishi dominate — all locally assembled. Avanza and Kijang Innova are workhorses. Used market active via OLX Autos, Carmudi. Quality varies.

Driving licence (expats)

International DL (IDP) + foreign DL valid for 2 months visiting. Residents (KITAS) must obtain Indonesian SIM. Written and practical exam required.

Key gotchas
  • Jakarta traffic is among the worst in the world — factor in extreme commute times
  • Flooding in Jakarta (Nov–Mar) can trap cars; choose parking wisely
  • RIGHT-HAND DRIVE — mainland European cars cannot be registered

Indonesia is cheap for annual running costs but the right-hand-drive requirement and high CBU import duties mean you must buy locally assembled. Toyota and Honda dominate, prices are reasonable for locally made models.

Data as of 2026-Q1. Not financial advice.

This checklist is a general guide. Requirements vary by nationality, visa type, and comune. Consult an immigration lawyer for your specific situation.