Indonesia
essentials.
The stuff you need in the first hour off the plane in Indonesia — plugs, emergency numbers, tipping, tap water and more, on one page.
Power plugType C, F230V/50Hz
Emergency112Police 110 · Ambulance 119
Tap waternot safestraight from the tap
Drivingleft-handside of the road
TimezoneUTC+7 (WIB); spans UTC+7 to +9Indonesian
TippingNot expected; 5–10% or service charge in tourist spots
Say it in Indonesian
HelloHalo
Thank youTerima kasih
How much?Berapa harganya?
Indonesia — FAQ
What power plug and voltage does Indonesia use?
Indonesia uses Type C, F plugs at 230V/50Hz. Bring a universal adapter, and check your devices support the voltage.
Is tap water safe to drink in Indonesia?
Tap water in Indonesia is generally not safe to drink — stick to bottled or filtered water.
What is the emergency number in Indonesia?
Dial 112 for general emergencies in Indonesia. Police is 110 and ambulance is 119.
Do you tip in Indonesia?
Not expected; 5–10% or service charge in tourist spots