The Jakarta Provincial Government is preparing to increase parking fees across the capital, arguing that current rates are still far too low compared to other major cities in Indonesia and globally. The move is part of a broader strategy to manage traffic congestion and improve public transportation use.
According to the Jakarta Transportation Agency (Dishub), the city’s parking rates are considered minimal and ineffective in supporting the “push and pull” strategy for tackling traffic jams.
“Parking fees in Jakarta are still too low to support push and pull strategies in managing traffic congestion,” the agency stated in an official post on its Instagram account (@dishubdkijakarta).
Dishub compared Jakarta’s fees with international benchmarks. On-street parking in Jakarta accounts for just 1.91% of the average resident’s income for eight hours of weekday parking. This figure is significantly lower than in New York (17.26%), Paris (51.3%), Amsterdam (32.2%), Delhi (27.36%), and even neighboring cities such as Kuala Lumpur (17.41%) and Singapore (10.71%).
For off-street parking, Jakarta sits at 15.04% of average income, still lower than Singapore (13.35%) and Delhi (13.77%).
Local Comparisons Highlight Cheaper Fees
In a regional comparison, Jakarta’s parking costs remain low. Car parking is currently $0.32 per hour, cheaper than in South Tangerang at $0.39 and Surabaya at $0.52. Motorcycle parking is $0.13, while bus and truck fees range between $0.52–$0.78.
Detik reported that the government views these tariffs as insufficient to reduce vehicle dependency. “Tariffs in Jakarta are still too minimal, especially when compared with other big cities in Indonesia,” the outlet noted.
Six Benefits Expected from the Fee Adjustment
The Jakarta government outlined six main benefits of raising fees, including:
- Expanding digital payment integration via the JakParkir app and local electronic terminals.
- Enhancing inclusive payment systems.
- Accelerating digitalization in regional services.
- Connecting park-and-ride facilities with public transport.
- Encouraging more residents to switch to public transportation.
- Improving parking facilities and infrastructure.
These changes are expected to modernize Jakarta’s parking system and align with broader transport reforms.
New Regulation to Replace Old Gubernatorial Decrees
The planned adjustments will update outdated regulations: Governor Regulation No. 120/2012 on Parking Fees and Governor Regulation No. 31/2017 on Parking Service Tariffs.
Governor Pramono Anung confirmed the policy during a press briefing. “I apologize, but gradually I plan to raise parking fees,” Pramono said on Tuesday (9/9/2025).
However, according to Kompas, Jakarta’s Transportation Agency (Dishub) Head Syafrin Liputo had not yet provided an official response.
The upcoming fee hike is intended not only to generate revenue but also to push more Jakartans toward public transportation. Current rates, both locally and internationally, show that Jakarta’s parking costs remain disproportionately low, making private vehicle use more attractive than sustainable transport options.
If implemented, the new system will play a critical role in Jakarta’s long-term traffic management plan while aligning the capital with global urban transportation standards.
Source: Detik, Kompas, Kontan
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