International Driving Permit for Bali Scooter Rental: What You Need

If you are wondering whether you need an international driving permit to ride a scooter in Bali, the short answer is yes for most foreign visitors, and it must be paired with your home licence. This guide walks you through the requirements, what to bring to the rental, and how to avoid problems at the counter or on the road.

Do foreign visitors need an International Driving Permit in Bali?

For most foreign visitors, yes. To ride a scooter legally in Indonesia you need a valid motorcycle licence, and for travellers that usually means your home licence plus an International Driving Permit (IDP) that covers the motorcycle category. The IDP is a translation of your home licence, so it is not valid on its own.

Licence and permit rules can change. Check the official guidance from your home country's transport authority and the Indonesian government before you travel, and confirm the current requirement with the rental team.

What the requirements look like at a glance

Step-by-step: getting ready before you ride

1. Check your home licence includes motorcycle riding. Many licences are car-only.
2. Apply for an IDP from an authorised issuer in your home country, well before your trip.
3. Carry both documents together, with your passport, every time you ride.
4. Book your scooter and confirm the licence requirements in advance.
5. Show your documents at handover, then ride with your licence and permit on you.

What to bring to the rental

• Your home driving licence, valid and not expired
• Your International Driving Permit with the motorcycle category
• Your passport or ID card
• Your phone with the rental team's WhatsApp number saved

Tip: photograph your documents and keep copies separate from the originals. Riding without the required licence can lead to trouble with police and can affect any insurance claim after an accident.

Scooter rental without a deposit

At SiapPergi there is no deposit, and your passport or ID is not held. You simply show it with your driving licence at handover. Scooters start from Rp70.000 per day, every scooter comes with 2 helmets, and the minimum rental is 2 days. You pay in Indonesian Rupiah when the vehicle is delivered, so you never send money before the scooter arrives.

If you prefer four wheels, the same rules apply: car rental in Bali starts at Rp310.000 per day, again with a valid licence and IDP where needed.

Where SiapPergi delivers

Scooters and cars are delivered to your hotel, villa or Ngurah Rai Airport anywhere in mainland Bali, at the same catalogue price. Popular pick-up points include Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud and Kuta. Arriving late? You can also arrange delivery at Bali Airport.

How to book quickly

Message the team on WhatsApp at 0818-0800-1102 (every day, 07.00–23.00 WITA), in English or Indonesian. Send your model, dates and delivery address. Our booking guide explains each step, and you can compare models such as the Honda Vario or the Yamaha NMAX.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Assuming a car licence covers scooters. Check the motorcycle category on your home licence.
• Forgetting the IDP. A home licence alone may not be enough for foreign visitors.
• Letting your permit expire. Check dates before you fly.
• Skipping the helmet. Wear it at all times and use the helmets provided.

Before you ride: a short checklist

• [ ] Home licence with motorcycle category, valid
• [ ] IDP with motorcycle category, valid
• [ ] Passport or ID with you
• [ ] Helmet on, and a plan for rain gear
• [ ] Rental team number saved

For more practical advice, read the scooter rental guides and the full rental catalogue. With the right licence and documents in order, riding in Bali is simple, flexible and straightforward.