What Currency Does Indonesia Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD โ 18,091 IDR
1 GBP โ 24,252 IDR
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
IDR converter
100 IDR โ 0.0055 USD
Indonesian rupiah conversion table
| Amount | USD โ IDR | GBP โ IDR | EUR โ IDR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18,091 | 24,252 | 20,663 |
| 5 | 90,454 | 121,262 | 103,317 |
| 10 | 180,908 | 242,523 | 206,633 |
| 20 | 361,815 | 485,046 | 413,267 |
| 50 | 904,538 | 1,212,616 | 1,033,167 |
| 100 | 1,809,075 | 2,425,232 | 2,066,334 |
| 500 | 9,045,377 | 12,126,161 | 10,331,669 |
| 1,000 | 18,090,753 | 24,252,322 | 20,663,339 |
| IDR | โ USD | โ GBP | โ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0001 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | 0.0003 | 0.0002 | 0.0002 |
| 10 | 0.0006 | 0.0004 | 0.0005 |
| 20 | 0.0011 | 0.0008 | 0.001 |
| 50 | 0.0028 | 0.0021 | 0.0024 |
| 100 | 0.0055 | 0.0041 | 0.0048 |
| 500 | 0.0276 | 0.0206 | 0.0242 |
| 1,000 | 0.0553 | 0.0412 | 0.0484 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 IDR is worth about 0.0001 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Indonesian rupiah ranks 137th by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength โ it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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What is money called in Indonesia?
Money in Indonesia is called the Indonesian rupiah โ its ISO 4217 currency code is IDR, and its symbol is Rp. The Indonesian rupiah is the official legal tender in Indonesia and is used for all everyday transactions โ from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Indonesia currency or simply money in Indonesia. The Indonesian rupiah is subdivided into 100 sen, though small-denomination coins may not always be in everyday circulation.
Is the Indonesian rupiah used anywhere else?
No โ Indonesia is the only country on this site using the Indonesian rupiah as its official currency.
Practical money tips for Indonesia
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Indonesian rupiah in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees โ many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Indonesia in context
- Indonesia covers 1,904,569 kmยฒ, making it the 14th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 3 countries: Timor-Leste, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea.
- With 284,438,782 people, Indonesia holds about 41.6% of the population of South-Eastern Asia.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Indonesia is a member state of the United Nations.
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Indonesia currency โ FAQ
What is the currency of Indonesia?
The currency of Indonesia is the Indonesian rupiah (currency code: IDR, symbol: Rp).
What is the currency code for Indonesia?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Indonesian rupiah is IDR.
What is the Indonesian rupiah symbol?
The symbol for the Indonesian rupiah is Rp. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Indonesia.
What currency is used in Indonesia?
The official currency used in Indonesia is the Indonesian rupiah (IDR).
Can I use US dollars in Indonesia?
The official currency of Indonesia is the Indonesian rupiah, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Indonesian rupiah and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Indonesia?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 18,091 IDR and 1 GBP = 24,252 IDR. Rates change daily โ always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Indonesia?
Money in Indonesia is called the Indonesian rupiah (IDR).
Do other countries use the Indonesian rupiah?
No โ Indonesia is the only country on this site using the Indonesian rupiah as its official currency.
What is the Indonesian currency?
The Indonesian currency is the Indonesian rupiah (IDR), the official money of Indonesia.
What is the currency of the Republic of Indonesia?
The Republic of Indonesia is the formal name of Indonesia. Its currency is the Indonesian rupiah (IDR).
How much is 100 IDR in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 IDR is about 0.0055 USD or 0.0041 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Indonesian rupiah?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 1,809,075 IDR.
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