Do you need onward ticket to be let in Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and other S.A. Countries?

Question

Cuz I heard they don't let you in Bolivia if you got no return ticket. Which is hogwash because who knows how long they want to stay when they go and where else they wanna go from there.

Answer 1

Most of the Central and South American countries require an onward or return ticket upon entry because they don't want to be stuck with a bunch of Duh!!!!!!!!!!s that can't support themselves or afford to leave.  If you want to visit you need to play by their rules and get organized enough to plan accordingly.  We expect them to follow our laws when they visit our country.....is that hogwash as well?

Answer 2

Yes, its required unless you have a visa to stay an extended amount of time. It has to be approved beforehand. I know, these sort of things are frustrating.