Do you need a return ticket for Bali visa on arrival (VOA)?
Based on 2 discussions with 2 participants · Last activity: 37 days ago
TL;DR
Bali visa on arrival technically requires proof of onward travel — a return or transit ticket. A flight reservation (not necessarily paid) is usually accepted, and the VOA payment counter at Ngurah Rai Airport operates 24/7.
What the community said
For the initial 30-day visa on arrival, immigration may ask for proof of departure from Bali. A flight reservation is typically sufficient — you don't need a fully paid ticket. You can book a refundable or dummy ticket through any flight booking service.
37 days ago Flight reservation (paid ticket not required)
The visa on arrival payment counter at Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar) is open 24 hours a day, so late-night arrivals can get their VOA processed without any issues.
37 days ago Ngurah Rai Airport — VOA counter, open 24/7
When extending your Bali VOA for a second 30-day period, you may also need to show proof of onward travel. A return ticket or reservation with a departure date within the extended visa period is generally accepted.
37 days ago VOA extension — return ticket or reservation required