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RoundaboutIndonesia

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.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.

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7. Roundabout

A roundabout is a circular road arrangement in which traffic travels around a central island in one designated direction. Vehicles enter and leave through connecting roads, and traffic signs or local rules determine who has priority.

Drivers should reduce speed, choose a suitable lane, observe all road users and signal as required when leaving. The direction of travel, entry priority, lane use and rules for cyclists and pedestrians depend on local traffic signs and regulations.

Direction sign at Ngurah Rai Circle. (Bali, Indonesia)
Wikimedia.org • AdriansyahYS • CC BY-SA
Who has priority at a roundabout in Indonesia?

Indonesia’s Traffic and Transport Act requires drivers at a bundaran to give priority to vehicles coming from the right. Read that rule with the actual signs, signals and lane arrangement.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia — Act Articles 112–113

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • BPK — Law 6/2023, Article 55, amendments to Act 22/2009

How should you choose a roundabout lane in Indonesia?

Choose your intended exit before entering and follow the lane arrows and destination signs. Keep to the marked route and make any permitted lane change only when safe; having priority over entering traffic does not give you priority to change lanes.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia — Act Articles 112–113

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • BPK — Law 6/2023, Article 55, amendments to Act 22/2009

What should you check when leaving a roundabout in Indonesia?

Check the lane you will cross or enter, signal the manoeuvre as required and look for cyclists and pedestrians at the exit. Obey any separate crossing controls and do not force an exit across another vehicle’s path.

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • Indonesia — Act Articles 112–113

🔗 peraturan.bpk.go.id • BPK — Law 6/2023, Article 55, amendments to Act 22/2009

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