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🇹🇱 Timor-Leste Visa Guide (2026)

Everything tourists need to enter Timor-Leste — requirements, visa types, documents, fees, processing times and how to apply.

Most tourists visiting Timor-Leste apply for an eVisa online before they travel. Most visitors get a visa on arrival at Dili airport or an e-Visa; land borders may differ.

Rules depend on your nationality and change often, so always confirm on the official Timor-Leste immigration or e-visa website before booking. You can also check your situation with our Visa Checker.

Visa required?
Visa on arrival or eVisa for most
Allowed stay
30 days
Visa on arrival
Yes at Dili airport
eVisa
Yes
Passport validity
6 months
Main tourist route
eVisa

Required documents

  • Passport (6 months)
  • Confirmed onward / return ticket
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • Passport-size photos (if applying)
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

How to apply

  1. Check eligibility
    Confirm your nationality's rules for Timor-Leste.
  2. Choose the route
    Visa-free, visa on arrival, eVisa or embassy visa.
  3. Prepare documents
    Passport, tickets, accommodation and funds.
  4. Apply & pay if needed
    Online or at the border/embassy.
  5. Verify before you fly
    Re-check the official portal.
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Visa rules change frequently. Most visitors get a visa on arrival at Dili airport or an e-Visa; land borders may differ. Always verify with the official Timor-Leste immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

FAQ

Timor-Leste visa FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Timor-Leste?
Visa on arrival or eVisa for most. Most visitors get a visa on arrival at Dili airport or an e-Visa; land borders may differ. Requirements depend on your nationality, so always confirm on the official portal.
How long can I stay in Timor-Leste as a tourist?
The typical allowed stay for tourism is 30 days. Extensions may be possible at a local immigration office.
Is there a visa on arrival for Timor-Leste?
Visa on arrival: Yes at Dili airport. Where available, you pay a fee at the border and receive a stamp on the spot.
Does Timor-Leste offer an eVisa?
eVisa: Yes. Where available, apply online before you fly and carry a printed copy.
What documents do I need to enter Timor-Leste?
A passport valid 6 months, a confirmed onward/return ticket, proof of accommodation and sufficient funds, and travel insurance (recommended).
Can I work or study on a tourist visa?
No. Tourist entry does not permit paid work or long-term study — you'll need the appropriate visa.
Where do I apply for a Timor-Leste visa?
Through the official Timor-Leste e-visa portal or immigration website, or the nearest embassy/consulate. Avoid unofficial third-party sites.
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