ParkingIndonesia

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Indonesia. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

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16. Parking

Parking means leaving a vehicle stationary at a place for a period of time rather than stopping only briefly because of traffic conditions or another immediate necessity. Many countries distinguish parking from a short stop made to pick up or drop off passengers or to load or unload goods, although the exact legal definition varies.

Parking may be permitted, restricted, reserved, time-limited or prohibited by traffic signs, road markings, parking zones and local regulations. Drivers must park without creating a danger or unnecessary obstruction and must comply with any conditions concerning payment, permits, vehicle categories or maximum parking duration.

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Where may on-road public parking be provided in Indonesia?

At designated, signed or marked locations on district, village or city roads.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia, Law 22 of 2009, Articles 1, 43 and 118–121

How must drivers warn others during an emergency roadside stop in Indonesia?

Use a warning triangle, hazard lights or another warning signal.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia, Law 22 of 2009, Articles 1, 43 and 118–121

Does Indonesia require warning equipment for an emergency stop by a solo motorcycle?

Article 121 exempts motorcycles without sidecars from that warning requirement.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia, Law 22 of 2009, Articles 1, 43 and 118–121

How does Indonesian law define parking?

It is a stationary vehicle left by its driver.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia, Law 22 of 2009, Articles 1, 43 and 118–121

How does Indonesian law distinguish stopping from parking?

Stopping is temporary and the driver does not leave the vehicle.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia, Law 22 of 2009, Articles 1, 43 and 118–121

Must an Indonesian public car park show its tariffs?

Yes. Off-road operators must provide information on charges, hours and space availability.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia, Government Regulation 79 of 2013, Articles 102 and 105–109

Must you pay after entering an Indonesian car park that has no space?

No. Article 102 waives the fee if you enter but obtain no parking space.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia, Government Regulation 79 of 2013, Articles 102 and 105–109

Should you receive proof of parking in an Indonesian off-road public car park?

Yes. Operators must provide parking evidence and a space.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia, Government Regulation 79 of 2013, Articles 102 and 105–109

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