How to use Grab or Gojek in Bali without a local phone number or foreign bank card?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 5 days ago
TL;DR
Grab in Bali accepts cash payments and is easier to register without a local number. Gojek typically requires a local phone number to sign up.
What the community said
On Nusa Penida ride-hailing apps don't work — travelers instead contact a driver directly by phone. The driver speaks English and is used for trips all around the island, described as comfortable.
5 days ago Nusa Penida driver contact (English-speaking)
Without a local phone number or foreign bank card, Grab is the most accessible option in Bali — it accepts cash payments. Gojek requires a local Indonesian number to register, making it difficult to use without a local SIM card.
5 days ago Grab — cash payment available
A private driver trip from Nusa Dua covering the Nusa Penida route costs around 800,000 IDR. Finding a driver at this price from Nusa Dua can be tricky — asking locals or expat communities for recommendations helps.
5 days ago Private driver ~800,000 IDR from Nusa Dua
For trips to Nusa Penida, arranging a private driver directly is often cheaper than using ride-hailing apps. Trusted driver contacts are usually shared through local communities or word of mouth.
5 days ago Nusa Penida — private driver