Timor-Leste visas
Whether you need a visa for Timor-Leste (Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste) depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip: some travellers enter visa-free, many can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Dili, and longer stays for work, study, family or residence require an advance application. Visas, residence permits and border control are administered by the Immigration Service of Timor-Leste (Serviço de Migração), within the Ministry of Interior. Always confirm the current rules and fees for your nationality against the official Immigration Service website before you travel.
Timorese visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Timor-Leste — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.3 visas
- Work visasComing to Timor-Leste to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.2 visas
- Study visasStudying in Timor-Leste — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Timor-Leste.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Timor-Leste as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Timor-Leste long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.4 visas
Timorese visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Timor-Leste — key facts
- Visa authority
- Immigration Service of Timor-Leste (Serviço de Migração)
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD)
- Time zone
- Timor-Leste Time (UTC+9)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.