Timor Leste (East Timor) Visa
Do you need visa to visit Timor Leste? Visit the government website for further information.
Visit Government WebsiteOur Timor Leste Visa Guide will teach you everything you need to know about Timor Leste’s visa policy for people from all over the world, including different types of visas, particular requirements, visa sponsorships, visa fees, and more. It is critical to have a scheduled flight ticket in hand before applying for a visa to Timor leste.
Who needs a visa to visit Timor Leste?
Except for citizens of the Schengen Zone, Indonesia, and Cape Verde, nearly everyone who wishes to visit Timor-Leste must obtain a visa. Indonesians and Cape Verdeans can visit Timor-Leste visa-free for up to thirty days. They may extend their stay an extra 30 days once.
For more information on visas to Timor Leste, you can visit their Embassy page.
Visit Embassy PageEntry into Timor Leste
Passengers travelling from Ireland to Timor-Leste must present a vaccination certificate upon arrival.
Unvaccinated passengers must undergo a 10-day quarantine upon arrival. Those who are medically prohibited from receiving the COVID-19 immunisation must bring a doctor’s note and present it upon arrival.
All paperwork must be published in one of the following languages: The languages of English, Portuguese, and Indonesian. There is currently no necessity for travellers to have a pre-arrival PCR or antigen test.
Requirements to Apply For a Timor Leste Visa
You will need the following:
Form for Visa Application.
Accommodation documentation in Timor-Leste.
Documentation demonstrating sufficient funds to support oneself.
Evidence of a return or onward ticket.
Visa processing fee payment.
Additional documentation demonstrating the reason of your stay.
Processing Time
You can expect a minimum processing time of 7 working days from the day of your initial application.
Appointment Waiting Times
Appointment waiting times can be months long. This varies depending on your country of residence and the time of year.
Who can visit Timor Leste without a visa?
Tourists arriving via Nicolau Lobato International Airport or Dili Seaport are eligible for a 30-day visa upon arrival. If you enter at another port or by land, you must obtain a visa in advance.
For detailed information on specific parts of the general visa process, you can refer to the links below to find the answer to your query. If you are unable to find any particular information, please contact us via email.
| Covid 19 / Border Control |
| What is a Visa? |
| What kind of visa do I need? |
| Do I need more than one visa? |
| How long is a visa valid for? |
| When do I need my visa? |
| What if my visa is refused? |
Timor Leste Visa Types
The types of visas available in Timor Leste are:
- Timor-Leste Tourist Visa.
- Timor-Leste Business Visa.
- Timor-Leste Transit Visa
- Timor-Leste Student Visa
- Work visa for the cultural, scientific, athletic, or media fields.
What if my visa is refused?
You have the right to question this finding. The embassy of the Member State that decided to deny the visa distributes a standard document to notify the applicant of the decision to deny a Timor-Leste visa and the reasons for the restriction. You can appeal or submit a new application.