It is issued by the Indonesian National Police (POLRI), renewable every 5 years, and is valid in all ASEAN member states without an International Driving Permit.

[1] By definition, the license is considered both proof of registration and valid identification given to someone who has met administrative requirements, is physically and mentally healthy, understands traffic regulations and is qualified to drive a motorized vehicle.

The minimum age for a license varies depending on class, starting from 17 for private cars to 23 for commercial heavy vehicles.

[7] Traffic violations on driving licenses are marked by National Police officers by recording them in the Driver Registry database electronically and/or manually.

However, the International Driving Permit (IDP) is honored and is issued by the Indonesian National Police.