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Indonesia’s B1 visa on arrival (VOA) is available to eligible passport holders. The official immigration guidance lists a return ticket or a ticket continuing to another country among the documents for this visa. Your airline may check those documents before boarding. Check the current rules for your nationality and visa category before traveling.
For more context around this step, compare it with Proof of onward travel for Indonesia.
The official e-VOA portal handles electronic applications. A temporary flight reservation can show a proposed departure while it is active, but it is not an issued ticket. Do not assume it meets a requirement for a return or onward ticket without checking with the airline and the relevant authority.
Bali and the initial stay
The B1 VOA initially permits a stay of up to 30 days and may be extended once, according to Indonesian immigration. Plan an exit that fits the stay you have actually been granted. A future extension is a separate application and should not be treated as approved in advance.
For official checks before departure, keep IATA Travel Centre handy.
For more context around this step, compare it with Indonesia return ticket requirements.
What to prepare before departure
- check whether your passport is eligible for the visa category you plan to use
- carry the return or onward document required for that category; a domestic Bali–Jakarta flight is not an exit from Indonesia
- keep the passenger name and dates consistent with your passport and visa
- verify the status of any temporary reservation through the airline or provider’s stated channel
- save an accessible copy for check-in and arrival checks
For more context around this step, compare it with How to get proof of onward travel.
Other visit visas and Jakarta trips
Requirements for visas arranged before travel vary by visa type and applicant. Read the exact checklist in the official system or from the authority processing your application. If it asks for a paid or issued ticket, a temporary reservation is not equivalent. Do not rely on a general VOA guide for a different visa category.
If reservations are accepted for your purpose, you can review temporary reservation options before paying. A booking reference alone does not guarantee acceptance.
Extensions and return dates
The B1 VOA may be extended once, but approval is a separate step. Check the current extension process and whether you need a ticket showing your later exit. Our proof of onward travel guide explains the difference between a reservation and an issued ticket. If your plans change, make sure your eventual departure fits the permission actually granted.
Final word
Choose a return or onward document that satisfies your visa category and airline. A genuine reservation can be useful when reservations are accepted; when the rules require a ticket, follow that requirement. Verify your documents before check-in rather than relying on an expired hold.
Create a temporary flight reservation for visa files, airline checks, or proof of onward travel.