Visitor & short-stay visas
Bruneian Visa on Arrival
Nationals of Brunei's Category C countries may obtain a visa on arrival at the point of entry.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Visa-on-arrival fees (widely cited as B$20 single-entry / B$30 multiple-entry, 30-day validity) and the eligible nationality list are NOT confirmed on the official MFA/Immigration pages reviewed and must be verified before publication.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Brunei government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Visa on Arrival (Category C nationalities)
- Route type
- Visa issued at the point of entry
- Entries
- Single-entry or multiple-entry
- Cost
- B$20 (single entry) / B$30 (multiple entry)
- Fees confirmed by Brunei Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Payable at the checkpoint.
- Where to apply
- On arrival at any Brunei immigration control post
- Air, land and sea checkpoints.
- E-Arrival Card
- Required before arrival
- Free to complete. Transit travellers are exempt.
- Maximum stay
- Around 30 days
- Unverified on the official immigration site — confirm before relying on this figure.
Who it is for
- Nationals of countries Brunei lists under Category C
- Short-stay visitors who are eligible to be issued a visa at entry rather than in advance
How to apply
- Apply at the immigration control post on arrival if your nationality is in Category C
- Present a valid passport and any supporting documents required
- Complete the mandatory e-Arrival Card before travel
- Confirm your nationality's category on the MFA Visa Information page before travelling
Requirements
- A passport valid for at least six (6) months from your date of entry, with sufficient blank pages.
- You must hold a nationality that is eligible for a Brunei visa on arrival — eligibility varies by passport, so confirm your nationality against the official Brunei Immigration list.
- A completed E-Arrival Card, submitted online before you arrive (no payment is required to register it).
- Onward or return travel arrangements and the visa fee, payable in cash at the checkpoint.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. All arriving foreign nationals must complete the E-Arrival Card online before entering Brunei by air, land or sea. It is free to register. Transit passengers are exempt.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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