How to Apply for a SIM (Driving License) in Bali: A Step-by-Step Guide
Driving in Bali requires a valid SIM (Driving License). Learn how to apply for one as a resident or tourist.
Who Needs a SIM (Driving License) in Bali?
Anyone who wants to drive in Bali needs a local Indonesian driving license, or SIM (Surat Izin Mengemudi):
- Indonesian citizens: Can drive anywhere in Indonesia with a SIM
- Foreign residents: Can drive anywhere in Indonesia with a SIM if they have a temporary stay permit (KITAS) or permanent stay permit (KITAP)
- Foreign tourists: Can drive in Bali with an international driving license, but only under certain conditions
Types of SIM (Driving License) Available:
There are four main types of driver’s license in Indonesia, also known as Surat Izin Mengemudi (SIM):
- SIM A: For personal use automobiles or vehicles that weigh less than 3,500 kilograms
- SIM B1: For vehicles that weigh more than 3,500 kilograms
- SIM B2: For heavy vehicles with their own trailers
- SIM C: For motorcycles
Requirements
- Passport Photograph: A standard, professionally taken photograph meeting the required dimensions for official documentation.
- Visa
Application Process
- The process will take as long as 3 days (Contact us for faster process)
Renewals and Validity:
In Indonesia, a driver’s license, or Surat Izin Mengemudi (SIM), is valid for five years
Common Mistakes and FAQs
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Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast
Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast