Residents of Bandung and Bekasi will have the opportunity to renew their driving licenses via the Indonesian SIM Keliling service on February 27, 2025. The service aims to simplify the license renewal process and make it more accessible to the public. Two key locations will host the mobile service: The Kings Shopping Centre and the Pasar Modern Batununggal for Bandung's residents, and Bekasi Cyber Park for those living in Bekasi.
According to reports, the SIM Keliling service will be available from 08:00 AM until the end of the license issuance process. For Bandung, interested individuals may visit The Kings Shopping Centre and Pasar Modern Batununggal to have their licenses renewed on-site. The service will only process the renewal of valid SIM A and SIM C licenses. Those whose licenses have expired must apply for new ones at designated police stations.
Brigadir Adi Rachman from the Bekasi police department shared insights on the required documents for SIM renewal: "Persyaratan yang harus disiapkan oleh pemohon, yang pertama SIM yang masih aktif karena SIM yang sudah mati tidak bisa diperpanjang, kedua foto copy KTP 3 lembar, ketiga Kartu Indonesia Sehat (KIS) tapi kalau tidak ada, tak apa-apa." This means applicants need to have their original SIM along with photocopies of their KTP and medical cards, though the latter is not mandatory.
Residents should also factor renewal fees when planning to utilize these mobile services. For SIM A, the fee is set at Rp80.000, and for SIM C at Rp75.000. Additional charges include Rp50.000 for insurance, Rp65.000 for health checks, and Rp100.000 for psychological tests. This structured fee system allows the local authorities to streamline the process and manage resources effectively.
The convenience of mobile SIM services cannot be overstated, as it enables individuals to renew their licenses closer to their homes, saving both time and money. This initiative is especially beneficial for those who might have difficulty accessing official offices due to distance or working hours.
For those planning to visit the SIM Keliling service, it's important to arrive early as registration may close once the quota is reached. This is particularly pertinent for residents of Bekasi, as the service will also be available at Pizza Hut Jatiasih and at Pasar Sentral Cikarang on the same day.
Notably, the opening hours for mobile services are set to create optimal flow, with registrations starting as early as 08:00 AM. This attention to scheduling reflects the authorities' effort to cater to the community's needs effectively.
Finally, this SIM Keliling initiative is part of the broader agenda to promote road safety and accountable driving within the Indonesian populace. By encouraging timely renewals, local governments aim to mitigate risks associated with driving on expired licenses.
Overall, the SIM Keliling service updates for February 27, 2025, herald an efficient, accessible method for residents of Bandung and Bekasi to manage their driving licenses, illustrating government efforts to make regulatory processes more compact and user-friendly.