NiueTimor-Leste: Visa on arrival
Niue
Timor-Leste
Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste?
Visa on arrival
A visa is not required in advance. New Zealand 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.
Niue does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a New Zealand passport. See the New Zealand passport.
Source: migracao.gov.tl (checked September 3, 2026).
Travelling the other way? Timor-Leste passport holders visiting Niue: Visa required.
Other visa-free destinations for New Zealand passport holders
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste?
A visa is not required in advance. New Zealand passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste, typically valid for 30 days.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Timor-Leste without a visa?
Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.
What currency is used in Timor-Leste?
United States dollar (USD).
What is the emergency number in Timor-Leste?
112.
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.