Do you need a return ticket for Bali visa on arrival (VOA)?

Travelers report that immigration now checks more carefully that the ticket attached for a visa extension is genuine (not just a dummy reservation). If you don't have a ticket and aren't planning to buy one yet, some agents/helpers can still get your visa extended without submitting a ticket.

According to informal rules, everyone is technically supposed to have a return ticket, but it's usually only checked for those who don't go through the separate lane/counter for a pre-arranged visa (e.g. e-VOA).

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.

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.

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.