Do you need a return ticket for Bali visa on arrival (VOA)?
Based on 2 discussions with 2 participants · Last activity: 9 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.
2 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.
1 day 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.
1 day ago VOA extension — return ticket or reservation required