Buy Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) for Bali and Beyond
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Plan your trip to Indonesia efficiently
Whether it's a week in Seminyak, a dive trip to the Gilis or a first look at Yogyakarta, you'll want Indonesian rupiah in your pocket when you land. Order online, pay when you collect from a Prosegur Change branch, and pay 0% commission on the exchange.
Indonesia is one of the places where cash still does most of the work. Warungs, scooter rentals, drivers, market stalls, temple donations and beach vendors all expect rupiah, and Indonesian law requires transactions in the country to be settled in rupiah, not in Australian or US dollars.
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Here's how to easily reserve your currencies online
1. Choose your currency
1. Choose your currency
Determine the amount of travel money you will need to enjoy your trip.
2. Choose a date & a pick-up location
2. Choose a date & a pick-up location
Collect your order from one of our exchange bureaus at major airports and city centre.
3. Collect & pay
3. Collect & pay
Pay upon pickup and enjoy
your trip.
Indonesia currency at a glance
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Name |
Indonesian Rupiah |
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ISO Code |
IDR |
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Symbol |
Rp |
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Notes |
Rp1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 and 100,000 |
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Coins |
Rp100, 200, 500 and 1,000 |
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Cash Index |
60% |
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Other currencies accepted |
None. Indonesian law requires payments in rupiah. |
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Tips |
Not compulsory. Service charge may already be included; 5–10% or rounding up is appreciated for good service. |
Getting your head around the zeros
The hardest part of paying in Indonesia is the number of zeros. In recent years one Australian dollar has bought around Rp10,000 to Rp11,000, so a quick rule is to knock four zeros off a price and you'll be close to the Australian dollar amount, just slightly over. A Rp50,000 nasi goreng is about A$5. A Rp350,000 massage is around A$35. Check the current figure on our exchange rates page before you order, as it moves daily.
Banknotes come in Rp1,000, Rp2,000, Rp5,000, Rp10,000, Rp20,000, Rp50,000 and Rp100,000, and you'll often hear locals drop the last three zeros when they speak ("fifty" for Rp50,000). Coins of Rp100, Rp200, Rp500 and Rp1,000 still circulate but are mostly used as small change in supermarkets. Bank Indonesia issued a refreshed series of notes in 2022, and older designs remain valid until they're officially withdrawn. Count the zeros twice when paying in dim light: a Rp100,000 handed over for a Rp10,000 item is the most common tourist mistake in Bali.
Everyday prices in Bali
Cappuccino
Rp40,000
Uluwatu Temple
Rp50,000, or Rp150,000 for the Kecak dance
Trans Metro Dewata bus
Rp4,400
Dinner, mid-range
Rp265,000 per person
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What to pay for before you leave the airport
Two costs hit you at Denpasar arrivals. The Visa on Arrival costs Rp500,000 for Australian passport holders and can be paid online in advance as an e-VOA or at the airport counter. Bali's tourist levy is Rp150,000 per person per visit, payable on the official Love Bali website or app before you fly, or at the levy counters in the arrivals hall. The counters take cards rather than cash. Paying both online before departure is the quickest way through.
Exchanging money in Bali: money changers and ATMs
Bali has money changers on almost every street, and most are fine. Stick to authorised changers, which display their Bank Indonesia licence, and be wary of small counters offering rates noticeably better than everyone else. Count your notes yourself before leaving the counter: the most common trick is a short count or a note slipped back under the desk. Many travellers avoid the problem by arriving with enough rupiah for the first few days.
ATMs are easy to find in tourist areas. Use machines inside bank branches, shopping centres or supermarkets rather than standalone booths on the street, which are more often targeted by card skimmers. Expect withdrawal limits of a few million rupiah per transaction, and fees from both the local bank and your Australian bank.
How to order rupiah with Prosegur Change
Pick your amount on our currency order page, then choose where and when to collect. Bali flights leave from almost every Australian capital, and you can collect from our Perth, Joondalup or Karrinyup branches in WA, at Melbourne Airport or Brisbane Airport on the way to your flight, or at any branch on our branch finder.
As a rough budget, Rp700,000 to Rp1,000,000 a day per person covers meals at local restaurants, a driver or scooter, and a few activities. Villas, resorts and diving packages are usually paid by card. For staying connected, our international eSIM includes an Indonesia plan, which is handy for ride-hailing apps and maps from the moment you land.
FAQs about the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
The Indonesian rupiah (IDR, written Rp). Bali is part of Indonesia and has no separate currency. You'll sometimes hear tourists or vendors talk about "Bali dollars", which are an informal shorthand for Rp10,000, not a real currency.
Generally not. Indonesian law requires payments in Indonesia to be made in rupiah, and businesses that accept foreign currency usually apply a poor rate. Bring rupiah, or pay by card where accepted.
Rates at Bali's street money changers can be competitive, but you take on the risk of short counts and you'll need cash before you find one. Ordering in Australia means you land with rupiah ready for your driver, the first meal and tips, and you can change more later if needed.
You must declare cash of Rp100 million or more, or the equivalent in foreign currency, to customs when entering or leaving Indonesia.
Tipping isn't required, and many restaurants already add a service charge to the bill. Rounding up for drivers, guides and spa staff is appreciated, and Rp20,000 to Rp50,000 is a common thank-you.