Indonesian currency

Currency Information for Travelers to Indonesia

Official Currency:

  • Name: Rupiah (IDR)

  • Symbol: Rp

  • Issuing Authority: Bank of Indonesia

  • Legal Requirement: All transactions must be conducted in rupiah

Currency Denominations: Banknotes:

  • IDR 1,000

  • IDR 2,000

  • IDR 5,000

  • IDR 10,000

  • IDR 20,000

  • IDR 50,000

  • IDR 100,000

Coins:

  • IDR 50

  • IDR 100

  • IDR 200

  • IDR 500

  • IDR 1,000

Currency Exchange Options:

  1. Money Changers

  • Available in major cities

  • Most tourist resorts offer exchange facilities

  • Recommended to exchange money before traveling to remote areas

  1. Banks

  • Provide currency exchange services

  • For large currency amounts, order foreign currency a day in advance

  • Smaller branches have limited foreign currency reserves

  1. ATM Access:

  • International networks (Plus/Cirrus, Alto) widely available

  • Found in major cities and tourist destinations

  • Dispense IDR 50,000 and IDR 100,000 notes

  • Withdrawal limits depend on your home bank

  • Tip: Withdraw smaller denominations in major cities before visiting rural areas

Additional Information:

  • Daily exchange rates available in newspapers, online apps, and websites

  • Credit cards accepted in hotels, large restaurants, and major stores