How to Call Indonesia for Free: Yolla’s International Calling Methods
Have you ever needed to make an international call to Indonesia? Perhaps you’re trying to reach family, friends, or businesses. You might have decided not to because the costs for making such international calls were simply too high.
It’s time to think again, the Yolla app offers free calling options. And, with benefits such as calling 190+ countries, calling both landlines and mobiles, and no internet being required for the person you’re calling, it’s a game-changer.
This article covers all the steps you need to start making international calls to Indonesia at little or zero cost, ensuring your lines of communication with the people and places that matter most to you remain open.
Why Call Indonesia for Free?
International calls, especially to places like Indonesia, can be expensive. And when we say expensive, we mean it. Think $5/minute+.
You might have moved from Indonesia to a different country. If so, it’s more than likely that some of the important people in your life still live there. Never hearing their voices clearly isn’t an option, and sometimes, text messages just don’t cut it.
It’s also likely that, in some cases, the person you’re trying to call doesn’t have a stable internet connection. Regular VoIP apps, in this scenario, can’t always offer what you need. Nevertheless, hearing loved ones’ voices is important, so there must be a way!
Another scenario: you’ve never lived in Indonesia, but you’re visiting on holiday or business and need to contact local services like hotels, taxis, or airlines. Would they recognize your number for easy two-way communication and future calls?
These scenarios are just a brief overview of the numerous reasons for why you and others might need a reliable, affordable, or better still, free way of communicating with landlines and mobiles in Indonesia.
Let’s look at how you can begin making free international calls today.
How to Call Indonesia for Free with Yolla
This section provides clear step-by-step instructions for the methods Yolla offers for making absolutely free calls to Indonesia, and 190+ other countries around the world.
Option 1: Get Free Calling Credits
If the person you plan to call doesn’t have an internet connection, this option is best for you. By inviting friends, family, and anyone that you can think of who might be interested in the Yolla app, you can get free credits. Here’s how:
Step 1: Download the Yolla App
Go to the Google Play Store or App Store and Search for “Yolla.” Here’s how it should look on the App store:
Step 2: Create and Verify Your Account
When you’ve downloaded the Yolla app, you’ll need to enter your phone number. Once you’ve received a code to the number you use, you’ll be prompted to enter it. This process verifies your account.
Step 3: Invite Others to Yolla
You’re all set. Now the only thing left to do is invite anyone you can think of who might benefit from Yolla. We’ve made this process as easy as possible. Here’s how:
- a) Locate your personal invitation link on the home screen in the Yolla app via this banner. It’s super important that you use your invitation link to invite others to Yolla; it’s the thing that ensures you receive credits when they sign up and purchase credits.
Banner showing feature for inviting friends and receiving $3 for each invitee that tops-up using your personal invitation link. - b) Once you press on the banner, you’ll see this screen. At this point, you must copy the referral link shown. There’s a helpful button which says “Share Link” to make the process easier.
Screenshot showing Yolla app page for copying and sharing your unique referral link. - c) Feel free to share your unique link with everyone you know who might benefit from Yolla’s amazing international call quality, affordable calling rates, and ability to call both landlines and cell phones.
Here’s a message you can share to help spread the word:
“Hey! I’ve started using an app called Yolla for international calls. Unlike other apps, you can call both landlines and mobiles, and the person you’re calling doesn’t need to have an internet connection or the app installed. Use my personal link to download the app and receive $3 when you first top up! Great, right?” - d) The people you send your unique invite link to download Yolla and purchase credits.
- e) The best part? Both you and your friend receive $3 free credit. Given that calls start at just $0.01/minute, that’s quite a lot of calling time.
You can repeat this method as many times as you wish, and the amount of free credits you can receive is infinite. This means that it’s entirely possible to enjoy the full benefits of Yolla for free, simply by being a helpful friend.
Step 4: Enjoy Free International Calls to Indonesia and Everywhere Else!
Make calls to your friends, family, and contacts in Indonesia without paying a thing.
Sometimes, Sending an International SMS is the Perfect Choice
Not every moment calls for a voice conversation with your loved ones. Sometimes, a simple but important international SMS is all you need. To learn how Yolla makes international texting easy, view our expert guide.
Option 2: Free Yolla-to-Yolla Calls
Inviting people to use Yolla isn’t the only free calling method Yolla offers. If the person you’re calling has a reliable internet connection, simply ask them to download the Yolla app. There’s no need for them to purchase credits. By simply both using the Yolla app, you can use Yolla’s “Free call” option. Here’s how:
Have you downloaded Yolla yet? For step by step instructions, click here.
Step 1: Tell the Person You Want to Call to Download Yolla
To enable Yolla-to-Yolla calls, the person you intend to call must download Yolla. Either show them this article, or explain steps 1 and 2 to them yourself. Or, to make it easier, go to the Yolla home screen, tap the banner, and use your personal invitation link to direct them to download Yolla.
Step 2: Calling the Person Who Has Downloaded Yolla Using the “Free Call” Method
- a) Once the person you wish to call has downloaded Yolla, search for them in the “Contacts” section of the Yolla app. If you’ve previously saved their number, it will appear there.
Icon for the “Contacts” section of the Yolla app. - b) If you haven’t saved their number yet, press the “+” icon in the top right of the “Contacts” section in the Yolla app, and enter their details (first name, last name, number) where required.
- c) Following this, their name and number will display in the “Contacts” section of the Yolla app. Yolla will automatically know that they have also installed the Yolla app. Because of this, a green phone icon (representing the “Free call” feature) will appear next to their name.
Yolla “Contacts” section with the “Free call” icon shown to the right of the contact’s name. - d) Either select the green “Free call” icon to start a free call immediately or select the person’s name. If you select the person’s name, you will see this screen, showing the “Free call” option listed as a method for contacting the person:
Contact profile page. The “Free call” option is listed as a button.
Step 3: Enjoy Your Free Call
Seeing as both you and the person you’re calling in Indonesia have the amazing Yolla app installed, you’ll get to experience a number of its benefits, including high-quality calling!
Option 3: Promotions and Offers
Yes, that’s right! There’s a third method for making free international calls to Indonesia and 190+ other countries. Simply follow Yolla on all your favorite socials!
On these social platforms, Yolla often offers special promotions and deals that align with festivities, holidays, and occasions around the world—think Mother’s Day, Christmas, Black Friday, and more.
Here’s what some recent promotions included:
As well as credit bonuses, from time to time, Yolla also offers the chance to win entirely free calling credits, meaning that you pay zero for your international calls to Indonesia. Simply follow Yolla on social media.
Yolla’s Affordable Rates for Calls to Indonesia
If you’re not so interested in calls that are completely free, check out how Yolla makes regular international calling affordable. You’ll find rates for both mobiles and landlines are much lower than other methods, while giving you the option to call people who don’t have the internet.
Need Help Making International Calls?
Don’t worry, we’ve been there before and we know the score. Making international calls is what we’re good at. For all the steps, methods, comparisons, and rates you can expect to pay, read our helpful guides on how to make international calls.
How To Make International Calls
How to Make Free International Calls
FAQ: We Answer Your Yolla Questions
- Q: Can I make free calls to Indonesia?
Absolutely! With Yolla, you can call Indonesia for free by earning credits through the referral program or making Yolla-to-Yolla calls using WiFi or mobile data. Keep in mind that using mobile data may incur charges from your data provider. - Q: What if the person I want to call doesn’t use Yolla?
No worries! Yolla lets you call both mobile and landline numbers at affordable rates, even if the person you’re calling hasn’t downloaded the app. - Q: Do Yolla-to-Yolla calls need internet access?
Yes, an internet connection is necessary for both you and the person you’re calling to make Yolla-to-Yolla calls. - Q: How do I earn free Yolla credits?
Earn $3 in credits for each friend you invite! Share your unique referral link, and once your friend makes their first top-up, both of you will get $3 added to your accounts. - Q: Is there a limit to how many people I can invite?
Nope, there’s no limit! The more friends you invite, the more credits you can accumulate. - Q: How can I check if someone I want to call is on Yolla?
Yolla’s app indicates which of your contacts are also using the app by displaying a “Free call” option. If they’re not on Yolla yet, you can send them an invite directly from the app. - Q: Do I need a subscription to use Yolla?
Not at all! Yolla operates on a pay-as-you-go basis. You can also make use of free features like Yolla-to-Yolla calls, referrals, and occasional promotions. - Q: How can I stay updated on Yolla promotions?
Follow Yolla on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook to keep up with the latest offers, bonuses, and updates. - Q: Can I send mobile top-ups to Indonesia using Yolla?
Yes, Yolla supports mobile top-ups to numbers in Indonesia and over 140 countries worldwide, making it easy to stay connected with your loved ones. - Q: Are there any hidden fees with Yolla?
No, Yolla prides itself on full transparency. You’ll always see exactly what you’re paying for—no hidden fees or surprises.
Talk For Less with Yolla
If you are looking to make international calls to mobiles and landlines in Indonesia, we hope this article makes things feel a little easier for you. From free Yolla-to-Yolla calls, sharing Yolla with friends, or looking out for promotions and offers, the options for ensuring you spend less or nothing are varied and easily accessible. We wish you the best in your calls going forward.
