What to do if I got into an accident, and the local is to blame. How to negotiate?
It is important to understand that if a traffic accident occurs in Bali without serious damage to health, no one calls the police service and everyone disperses amicably. In the event of a conflict situation on the road, the most important thing is not to panic and notify the owner or the rental company so that they can help and resolve the situation as soon as possible.
What are the main fines for traffic violations in Bali?
- Crossing the STOP LINE at a red traffic light - fine from 500.000 to 1.000.000 IDR.
- Riding a bike without a helmet - fine from 250.000 to 500.000 IDR.
- A passenger on a bike without a helmet - fine from 250.000 to 500.000 IDR.
- Riding a bike in three - fine from 250.000 to 500.000 IDR.
- Driving a bike without an IDP (category "A") fine from 1.000.000 to 1.500.000 IDR.
Do I need a license to rent a bike?
We do not require you to have a category A driver's license. But please note that according to the law, it is mandatory to have a license to drive a bike with the appropriate category.
What should I do if the police stopped me, but I don’t have my license?
If you do not have rights, then we advise you to set aside 100 thousand rupees separately in your pocket for such situations in order to quickly resolve the issue on a neutral-positive wave with a small donation to the police.
Is it possible to drive around the island with the rights of another country?
If your new driver's license is plastic and translated into English, then it is quoted in Indonesia. If possible, it is advisable to make an international license (booklet) before departure, since even if you have a new type of license, the police may want to lighten your pockets.
Is it possible to get a local driver's license?
At the moment, you can only get a tourist license, which will be valid for a year throughout Indonesia. They are issued by the police without any tests, contact us and we will share the contact with you.
What kind of gasoline is best to refuel and where to do it?
There is only one gas station network in Bali - Pertamania. You need Pertamax(92) in blue. Gasoline can also be purchased in almost any area from locals, but it will be more expensive than at a gas station. They display glass bottles along the road or a small column at their store.