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🇮🇩 Indonesia (incl. Bali): plugs, time difference, currency & tipping

The practical stuff UK travellers need to know before going to Indonesia (incl. Bali), including Bali, Lombok, Jakarta.

Plug adapter from the UK?YesType C, F
Voltage230VSame as UK (230V)
Local time now–+8h / +7h vs UK (Bali / Lombok)
CurrencyIDRIndonesian rupiah
Drive on theLeftSame as UK
Tipping5–10%Restaurants

🔌 Plugs & adapters

Yes. You'll need a European (type C/E/F) adapter.

The voltage (230V) is close to the UK's 230V, so UK appliances work with just a plug adapter.

  • Type C: Two round pins (the "Europlug")
  • Type F: Two round pins with earth clips on the sides ("Schuko")

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🕒 Time difference

Bali / Lombok is 8 hours ahead of the UK in the UK winter and 7 hours ahead of the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates). Local time in Bali / Lombok: –.

Jakarta / Java is 7 hours ahead of the UK in the UK winter and 6 hours ahead of the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates). Local time in Jakarta / Java: –.

Convert a time to Indonesia (incl. Bali) →

💶 Money & tipping

Indonesia (incl. Bali) uses the Indonesian rupiah (IDR).

Many restaurants add a service charge. If not, 5–10% is appreciated.

Work out a tip →

🚗 Driving

Traffic drives on the left, the same as in the UK. Speed limits are signed in km/h. Convert km/h to mph →

🗣️ Language & phone

Main language: Indonesian. Dialling code: +62.

Quick answers for Indonesia (incl. Bali)

Plug adapterTime differenceTippingCurrencyDriving sideCan I use my hair straighteners?Can I use my hairdryer?Can I use my phone charger?Can I use my laptop charger?Can I use my electric toothbrush?Can I use my electric shaver?

Places in Indonesia (incl. Bali)

BaliLombokJakarta

Other countries with the same plugs

🇪🇸 Spain🇵🇹 Portugal🇬🇷 Greece🇹🇷 Turkey🇩🇪 Germany🇳🇱 Netherlands🇮🇸 Iceland🇳🇴 Norway

Common questions

Do I need a plug adapter for Indonesia (incl. Bali)?

Yes. You'll need a European (type C/E/F) adapter. The voltage (230V) is close to the UK's 230V, so UK appliances work with just a plug adapter.

What plug type does Indonesia (incl. Bali) use?

Indonesia (incl. Bali) uses type C, F: type C – Two round pins (the "Europlug"); type F – Two round pins with earth clips on the sides ("Schuko"). The voltage is 230V at 50Hz.

What is the time difference between the UK and Indonesia (incl. Bali)?

Bali / Lombok is 8 hours ahead of the UK in the UK winter and 7 hours ahead of the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates). Jakarta / Java is 7 hours ahead of the UK in the UK winter and 6 hours ahead of the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Indonesia (incl. Bali)?

On the left, the same as the UK.

What currency is used in Indonesia (incl. Bali)?

The Indonesian rupiah (IDR).

Do you tip in Indonesia (incl. Bali)?

Many restaurants add a service charge. If not, 5–10% is appreciated.

What is the dialling code for Indonesia (incl. Bali)?

+62. From a UK phone, dial +62 and drop the first 0 of the local number.

For passports, visas, entry requirements, health and safety advice, always check GOV.UK foreign travel advice before you travel.