Bali Introduces Odd-Even Scheme for Subsidised Fuel from Today
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has officially introduced an odd-even system for purchasing subsidised Pertalite at petrol stations across Bali, starting today, Saturday (17 October 2026). The rules will remain in force for three days, until Monday (19 October 2026).
The policy responds to a letter from Bali Governor Wayan Koster dated Friday (16 October 2026) concerning measures to address long queues at petrol stations in Bali. The letter sets out six recommendations for the Executive General Manager of PT Pertamina Patra Niaga’s Jatimbalinus Regional Office.
The following rules for purchasing subsidised Pertalite at petrol stations across Bali apply from 17 to 19 October 2026, according to Pertamina Bali’s official Instagram account:
Maximum fuel limits
Motorcycles may buy a maximum of three litres per transaction, while cars may buy up to 20 litres per transaction.
Odd-even system
Pertalite purchases at all petrol stations in Bali must follow the final digit of the vehicle’s number plate. Vehicles with odd-numbered plates may refuel on odd-numbered dates, and those with even-numbered plates on even-numbered dates.
Priority for emergency vehicles
Petrol stations must provide faster access to emergency vehicles, including ambulances and fire engines.
Contents of the Bali Governor’s letter
The letter from the Bali Governor contains six points:
Odd-even system for subsidised fuel
Subsidised fuel purchases at all petrol stations in Bali are to be regulated according to whether vehicle number plates are odd or even, in order to reduce congestion.
Scheduling refuelling for lorries
Lorry fleets are to refuel at night to prevent large vehicles from causing congestion during daytime operating hours.
Priority for emergency vehicles
Petrol stations must provide ambulances and fire engines with faster, unobstructed access.
Quota limits and odometer records
Subsidised fuel purchases are to be limited according to vehicle criteria. A subsequent refill may only be made once fuel consumption has reached at least 70 per cent of the previous fill, based on odometer readings.
Staffing enforcement and petrol-station sanctions
Pertamina has been asked to take action against petrol stations that do not fully staff operators at every pump nozzle. If violations continue, Pertamina will take over the station’s operation and review its operating permit.
Service improvements and digital queue management
Pertamina has been instructed to extend operating hours, including 24-hour supervision of petrol stations, add tanker trucks, ensure fuel stocks are available and introduce digital queue management.