Procedure and Requirements for Applying for a New SIM
Service flow and the administrative, medical, and verification requirements for applying for a new SIM.
Applying for a new SIM (Surat Izin Mengemudi — the Indonesian driving licence) requires meeting the age, administrative, physical fitness, and mental fitness requirements, and passing the theory and practical tests at the Satpas (the police driving licence issuing office).
Stages of Applying for a New SIM
- Registration & Data Recording: Submitting the KTP, the physical fitness certificate, and the psychological test result at the Satpas registration counter.
- Theory Test: Taking a test on understanding traffic rules, road signs, and driving ethics.
- Practical Test: Testing the skill of operating a vehicle according to the SIM class applied for.
- Biometric Identification: SIM photograph, fingerprint recording, and digital signature.
- SIM Printing: Handover of the printed SIM after the official PNBP (non-tax state revenue) payment.
Required Documents
- Original Kartu Tanda Penduduk (KTP — the Indonesian national identity card) and a photocopy
- Certificate of physical fitness from a verified doctor
- Certificate of mental fitness (psychological test)
- Passport photo and biometric recording (carried out at the Satpas)
Fee Breakdown & Legal Basis
| Fee Component | Category & Authority | Amount | Official Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| PNBP for a New SIM A | PNBP (central government) | Rp 120.000 | PP No. 76 Tahun 2020 |
| PNBP for a New SIM C | PNBP (central government) | Rp 100.000 | PP No. 76 Tahun 2020 |
- UU No. 22 Tahun 2009 tentang Lalu Lintas dan Angkutan Jalan (Law No. 22/2009 on Road Traffic and Transport)
- Perpol No. 5 Tahun 2021 tentang Penerbitan dan Penandaan SIM (National Police Regulation No. 5/2021 on the Issuance and Marking of Driving Licences)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can a new SIM be applied for entirely online?
Initial registration can be done through the Sinhar/Digital Korlantas application, but the theory test, the practical test, and biometric identification still require attendance in person at the Satpas.
What happens if I fail the practical SIM test?
Applicants who do not pass are entitled to retake the test according to the retest schedule set by the Satpas, without paying the issuance PNBP again.
Is the psychological test mandatory?
Yes. The psychological test is a mandatory mental fitness requirement under Perpol No. 5 Tahun 2021.