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Enforcement varies by airline, individual agent, and your specific visa/entry type — this reflects general patterns, not a guarantee either way. If you're traveling one-way or with an open-ended itinerary to anywhere rated inconsistent or strict, consider a refundable onward ticket or a proof-of-onward-travel booking service as a low-cost safety net.

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Why this is worth knowing before you go

If you're booking a one-way flight, there's a check-in counter problem almost nobody warns you about: some countries require proof you're actually going to leave before they'll even let you board. Airlines get fined if they fly you in without it, so places like Thailand, New Zealand, and Costa Rica check routinely — while most of the world never asks. A quick check before you go tells you whether to book a refundable return ticket as a cheap safety net.