Cape VerdeTimor-Leste: Visa on arrival
Cape Verde
Timor-Leste
Do Cape Verde passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste?
Visa on arrival
A visa is not required in advance. Cape Verde passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste, typically valid for 30 days.
A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.
Source: migracao.gov.tl (checked September 3, 2026).
Travelling the other way? Timor-Leste passport holders visiting Cape Verde: Visa-free.
Timor-Leste drives on the left, the opposite side to Cape Verde. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
Other visa-free destinations for Cape Verde passport holders
Frequently asked questions
Do Cape Verde passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste?
A visa is not required in advance. Cape Verde passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste, typically valid for 30 days.
How long can Cape Verde citizens stay in Timor-Leste without a visa?
Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.
How far is Timor-Leste from Cape Verde?
About 16,579 km in a straight line, roughly ~20h nonstop by air.
What currency is used in Timor-Leste?
United States dollar (USD).
What is the emergency number in Timor-Leste?
112.
Does Timor-Leste drive on the same side of the road as Cape Verde?
Timor-Leste drives on the left, the opposite side to Cape Verde. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
What time zone is Timor-Leste in?
Makassar (UTC+8).
What is the nearest airport to Dili?
Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (DIL), about 5 km away.
How many countries can enter Timor-Leste without a visa?
242 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Timor-Leste visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.