Bank Indonesia Extends Rupiah Exchange Order Deadline, Increases Quota for Java
Jakarta – Bank Indonesia (BI) has extended the deadline and increased the quota for rupiah currency exchange orders through the PINTAR application, specifically for the Java region. This decision comes in response to high public demand for the 2026 Semarak Rupiah Ramadan and Berkah Idulfitri (SERAMBI) program, aimed at ensuring sufficient cash circulation ahead of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.
Extended Deadline and Increased Quota
Ramdan Denny Prakoso, Head of the Communications Department at BI, announced that residents in Java can now place orders for rupiah exchange starting February 24, 2026, at 8:00 WIB, until the quota is full. Previously, the deadline for the second phase of orders was set for February 26, 2026.
For regions outside of Java, the original schedule remains in effect, with orders being accepted starting February 27, 2026, at 8:00 WIB, until the quota is exhausted.
SERAMBI 2026: Rp185.6 Trillion in Circulation
As part of the SERAMBI 2026 program, BI has prepared Rp185.6 trillion in cash to ensure adequate circulation of rupiah banknotes. Of this amount, Rp177 trillion is allocated to meet the needs of banking institutions, including ATM withdrawals and over-the-counter transactions.
Specifically for currency exchange services, BI has allocated Rp8.6 trillion, with each package containing banknotes worth Rp5.3 million. These services will be available at 2,883 locations, providing a total of 8,755 exchange points operated by BI and various banks across Indonesia.
How to Exchange Rupiah via PINTAR
The exchange service is accessible through several channels, including mobile cash services, bank branches, and integrated exchange locations at strategic spots like places of worship and community centers. Here’s how to exchange new money through the PINTAR application:
- Access PINTAR: Visit the official website karet.bi.go.id.
- Join the Waiting Room: You will be directed to a waiting room while the system processes the queue. The estimated waiting time and available exchange locations will be updated in real-time.
- Select a Service: Once your queue is reached, click on the “Rupiah Currency Exchange via Mobile Cash” menu.
- Choose Mobile Cash Location: Select the nearest province and click “View Location.”
- Select Exchange Schedule: Choose your desired operational hours as your arrival time and click the green “Select” button.
- Input Order Data: Fill in your NIK, name, phone number, and email address accurately.
- Input Exchange Amount: Enter the desired exchange amount and complete the captcha code.
- Review and Download Proof of Order: Review the order summary and download the proof of order, which can be printed or saved digitally. Remember to bring the proof of order and your original KTP when exchanging currency.
BI Leadership
Ramdan Denny Prakoso currently serves as the Head of the Communications Department at Bank Indonesia. He was born in Manado in 1968 and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Universitas Airlangga Surabaya.
This initiative by Bank Indonesia aims to facilitate smooth currency distribution and meet the increasing demand for rupiah banknotes during the upcoming Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr celebrations.