Most Indonesian TV streams abroad without a VPN. From Europe, RCTI+, Trans TV, Trans7, Metro TV, Kompas TV, CNN Indonesia, and TVRI played with no Indonesian IP address. Vidio was the exception: SCTV, Indosiar, and Moji were blocked and asked us to sign in. On a Jakarta server from NordVPN, Proton VPN, or ExpressVPN, the same channels played with no account.
Indonesian TV Abroad: 2026 Setup
- Set up NordVPN on your laptop, phone, or TV after subscribing.
- Connect to Jakarta from the Indonesia list.
- Open Vidio and choose SCTV, Indosiar, or Moji.
- Press play. An Indonesian IP address removes Vidio’s sign-in request.
How to Watch Vidio Outside Indonesia
Connect to a Jakarta server, open Vidio in your browser, and pick a live channel. The VPN provides the connection with an Indonesian IP address, and Vidio then serves its live channels as it does in Indonesia. Without it, Vidio showed a sign-in prompt and no live picture. On each VPN’s Jakarta server, the channels started without an account.
If Vidio still shows the sign-in screen after connecting, clear its cookies and reload. The site can remember the location it saw earlier, and a fresh session removes it. Our guide on how to change your IP address covers other ways to check the location a site sees.
Indonesian Channels That Work Without a VPN
Most of Indonesia’s main networks stream to viewers abroad. These can be played from Europe or elsewhere without a VPN or an account:
- RCTI+: MNC’s free app and website for RCTI and its sister channels.
- Trans TV and Trans7: live streams from both networks.
- Metro TV, Kompas TV, and CNN Indonesia: the three main news channels.
- TVRI: the public broadcaster’s live stream.
Vision+, MNC’s paid service, requires a phone number from Indonesia or a short list of other countries at sign-up, so viewers elsewhere can’t register. MNC has said it plans to merge Vision+ and RCTI into a single platform.
Jakarta Server Results
Speeds from our September round on a Windows 11 PC in Europe, against a 190.36 Mbps baseline.
| VPN | Jakarta download | Ping | Vidio live channels | Netflix Indonesia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NordVPN | 167.73 Mbps | 205 ms | Unblocked | Unblocked |
| Proton VPN | 112.05 Mbps | 188 ms | Unblocked | Blocked |
| ExpressVPN | 135.30 Mbps | 190 ms | Unblocked | Unblocked |
Best VPNs for Indonesian TV
- NordVPN: Best for Vidio and Netflix Indonesia, with the fastest Jakarta result we measured.
- Proton VPN: Best for Vidio on a Budget, renewing at about $84 a year.
- ExpressVPN: Best for a Minimal Setup, with its protocol chosen automatically.
1. NordVPN: Best for Vidio and Netflix Indonesia
Pros
- Obfuscated servers
- NordWhisper protocol
- Meshnet included
- Double VPN option
Cons
- Renewal costs more
- Occasional Windows faults
NordVPN‘s Jakarta server measured 167.73 Mbps, an 11.9% drop from our baseline. It unblocked Vidio’s live channels and Netflix Indonesia, and its streams started fastest in our tests. Switching to the Indonesian catalog follows the same steps as any Netflix region change. The app felt quick and responsive throughout.
On Windows, a second VPN app on the same PC sometimes stopped it from connecting, and NordVPN’s diagnostics tool plus a new sign-in fixed it. NordVPN’s Basic plan averages less than $3.50 a month over 27 months, with a yearly renewal close to $139.
2. Proton VPN: Best for Vidio on a Budget
Pros
- VPN Accelerator
- Tor over VPN
- Secure Core routing
Cons
- Netflix Indonesia blocked it
- Virtual Jakarta server
Proton VPN unblocked Vidio’s live channels, but Netflix Indonesia blocked it. Its Jakarta download was 112.05 Mbps, the slowest Jakarta result we recorded, and streams took longer to start. The app marks its Jakarta server with a Smart routing badge, so the Indonesian IP address comes from a server outside Indonesia. Proton VPN’s VPN Plus plan costs less than $3 a month over two years, with renewals near $84 a year. Our cheap VPN guide compares it with other low-cost options.
3. ExpressVPN: Best for a Minimal Setup
Pros
- Automatic protocol choice
- Aircove router option
- Email alias add-on
Cons
- Limited customization
- Higher renewal cost
ExpressVPN‘s Indonesia server recorded 135.30 Mbps on its Automatic protocol setting, and it unblocked Vidio and Netflix Indonesia. Streams started almost as fast as on NordVPN. The app picks the protocol itself, so there’s nothing to configure. It offers few settings for users who want to adjust ports or protocols. On the 28-month Basic plan, ExpressVPN costs under $3 a month, rising to about $100 a year at renewal. Current offers are on our ExpressVPN coupon page.
Summary
Outside Indonesia, RCTI+, TVRI, the Trans networks, and the news channels play on an ordinary connection. The VPN is for Vidio’s blocked channels and for Netflix Indonesia. NordVPN covered both with the fastest Jakarta speed and the quickest-loading streams. Proton VPN unblocked Vidio for less at renewal but failed Netflix Indonesia.
ExpressVPN unblocked both with no settings to change. For VPN use while in Indonesia, see our Indonesia VPN rankings, and our full VPN rankings list alternatives.
FAQ
How can I watch Indonesian TV outside Indonesia?
Most Indonesian channels, including RCTI+, Trans7, and Metro TV, stream abroad for free. Vidio's SCTV, Indosiar, and Moji require an Indonesian IP address, which a VPN with Jakarta servers provides.
Can I watch Moji TV abroad?
Yes, with an Indonesian IP address. Moji streams live on Vidio, which blocks viewers outside Indonesia. Connected through Jakarta, Vidio plays Moji without requiring an account.
Is RCTI+ available outside Indonesia?
Yes, RCTI+ streams RCTI and MNC's other channels to viewers abroad. MNC's paid Vision+ service is different: it only registers phone numbers from a limited set of countries.
Do free VPNs offer Indonesian servers?
No, the free versions of Proton VPN, Windscribe, PrivadoVPN, and Hide.me have no Indonesian servers. Unblocking Vidio from abroad requires a paid VPN with Jakarta servers.