Visitor & short-stay visas

Timorese Tourist Visa

A short-stay option for tourism and visiting friends or family, available on arrival at Dili for most nationalities.

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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 Timor-Leste government website before you apply.

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Who it is for
Requirements
What you can do
How to apply

Official name: Tourist Visa
Route type: Short-stay visitor visa (visa on arrival / advance authorization)
Stay: 30 days, extendable once by 30 days
Entries: Single entry (multiple for Oecussi travel)
Fee: US$30 in US$ cash (extension US$40)

Who it is for

Foreign nationals visiting Timor-Leste for tourism
Those visiting friends or family
Not for anyone intending to work or carry out professional activity

Requirements

Travel document valid for at least 6 months with an unused page
Completed arrival declaration
Proof of sufficient funds: US$100 per entry plus US$50 for each day of stay, or a sponsor's letter guaranteeing accommodation and meals
Return or onward ticket / proof of means of departure
Passport photo (3x4cm) and signed application form for advance applications

What you can do

Enter for tourism and family visits for up to 30 days
Apply for one 30-day extension in-country
Cannot take up employment or any professional activity

How to apply

Air/sea arrivals at Dili: apply and pay US$30 on arrival at the border post
Land border arrivals (most nationalities): obtain a Visa Application Authorization in advance, then present it on arrival
Alternatively apply in advance at a Timor-Leste embassy or consulate

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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