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Car rental in Seminyak

Cars from local rental companies in Seminyak: pick your dates to see real cars with total price, deposit and insurance.

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Cars in Seminyak

Pick pick-up and drop-off dates — the form shows available cars, total price, deposit and insurance.

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Each city lists cars from local rental companies with prices and terms.

Licence & road rules

Driving in Bali: licence and road rules

What you need to rent a car and drive here as a visitor. Rules change — check with your rental company before the trip.

EU / EEA licence
IDP required

You need an International Driving Permit together with your EU/EEA licence.

UK licence
IDP required

You need an International Driving Permit together with your UK licence.

US licence
IDP required

You need an International Driving Permit together with your US licence.

Indonesian rules apply: the IDP is mandatory with the national licence; 1968-format IDPs are generally accepted, 1949 is safest; scooters need category A on the IDP; police checks intensified in 2026.

TrafficOn the leftright-hand drive — take it easy at first
Speed limits, km/h50 / 80 / 100town / rural / motorway. Indonesian national limits; real traffic speeds in Bali are much lower; 100 km/h applies only on toll roads
Alcohol limit0 ‰zero tolerance; No defined limit; drink-driving is prohibited under Indonesian law
Driver agefrom 21usually 1–2 years’ experience; young-driver fees apply
Emergency number112police, ambulance, fire
Tolls

The only toll road is the Bali Mandara Toll (over the sea between the airport, Nusa Dua and Benoa). It is cashless, paid with a prepaid e-money card that rental cars often carry.

Tip: Traffic in south Bali (Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta, Ubud) is dense and scooter-heavy; many visitors hire a car with a driver instead, and police regularly stop foreign scooter riders without an IDP or helmet.

How to rent a car

Four steps from choosing a city to getting the keys in Seminyak.

Choose a car
  1. Choose a city and dates

    Pick where and when to collect the car. You can return it to the same place or, with many companies, in another city.

    Pick-up and drop-off in the form
  2. Compare the cars

    Each car shows the total price for your dates, the deposit, insurance, mileage limit and driver requirements.

    All terms before you book
  3. Book online

    The rental company confirms the booking. Usually a small prepayment online and the rest on pick-up.

    Confirmed by the company
  4. Get the keys

    Bring your passport and driving licence. The car is handed over at the office, the airport or, often, at your hotel.

    Passport + licence

Car rental FAQ

The essentials, so you can plan your trip with confidence.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Seminyak?

It depends on the season, car class and rental length — longer rentals are cheaper per day. The form shows the total price with insurance once you pick dates.

Do I need an International Driving Permit to rent a car in Seminyak?

EU/EEA licence: You need an International Driving Permit together with your EU/EEA licence. UK licence: You need an International Driving Permit together with your UK licence. US licence: You need an International Driving Permit together with your US licence. Indonesian rules apply: the IDP is mandatory with the national licence; 1968-format IDPs are generally accepted, 1949 is safest; scooters need category A on the IDP; police checks intensified in 2026.

Where do I get an International Driving Permit?

Get it at home before the trip: in the UK at PayPoint shops, in the US through AAA, in EU countries from the licensing authority or national automobile club. It is a translation of your licence and is valid only together with it.

What are the speed limits in Bali?

Typically 50 km/h in towns, 80 km/h outside towns and 100 km/h on motorways. Indonesian national limits; real traffic speeds in Bali are much lower; 100 km/h applies only on toll roads. Always follow the signs — cameras are common and fines reach you via the rental company.

Are there toll roads or vignettes in Bali?

The only toll road is the Bali Mandara Toll (over the sea between the airport, Nusa Dua and Benoa). It is cashless, paid with a prepaid e-money card that rental cars often carry.

What is the drink-driving limit?

Zero tolerance — do not drink at all before driving.