Is there an eVisa for Timor-Leste?

No. There is no eVisa; the tourist visa is issued on arrival at Dili airport or seaport for a US$30 cash fee.

Can I enter by land border?

Land-border arrivals generally cannot get a visa on arrival and need a Visa Application Authorization in advance, except for Indonesian and Portuguese nationals.

What documents do I need for Timor-Leste?

A passport valid for at least six months, a confirmed return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and the US$30 fee in cash. We review each document before you travel.

How long can I stay in Timor-Leste?

The visa on arrival allows up to 30 days and can be extended at the Migration Service in Dili.

Do you need a Timor-Leste visa?

Planning a trip to Timor-Leste? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Timor-Leste Visa on Arrival entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within on arrival. Most international travellers need a Timor-Leste Visa on Arrival before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Timor-Leste visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a Timor-Leste visa online?

Applying for a Timor-Leste Visa on Arrival with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Timor-Leste immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Timor-Leste eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Timor-Leste visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Timor-Leste visa cost?

A Timor-Leste Visa on Arrival costs $30 through VisitsVisa. The $30 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Timor-Leste visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Timor-Leste visa processing take?

Standard Timor-Leste visa processing usually takes on arrival. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Timor-Leste eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a Timor-Leste visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Timor-Leste Visa on Arrival permits a stay of Up to 30 days and is valid for On arrival (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Timor-Leste applications are refused.

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Timor-Leste Visa Information

Visa TypeVisa on Arrival

Length of StayUp to 30 days

ValidityOn arrival

EntrySingle entry

MethodVisa on arrival at Dili (US$30)

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

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How Timor-Leste eVisa Process Works

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Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

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Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Timor-Leste Immigration.

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Most travellers arriving by air or sea at Dili receive a 30-day tourist visa on arrival for a US$30 cash fee. EU and Schengen nationals, Indonesians and Cabo Verdeans enter visa-free, and there is no eVisa system.

Eligible nationalities

186 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Most nationalities get a 30-day visa on arrival at Dili. EU/Schengen, Indonesia and Cabo Verde are visa-free. Check your nationality page for details.

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Immigration & entry-requirement notices
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IATA Travel Centre
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Last reviewedAugust 2026

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