TaiwanTimor-Leste: Visa on arrival

TaiwanTimor-Leste

Do Taiwan passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Taiwan 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).

RequirementVisa on arrival

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Visa-free access to Timor-Leste242 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Timor-Leste passport holders visiting Taiwan: Visa required.

Timor-Leste drives on the left, the opposite side to Taiwan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Taiwan passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste?

A visa is not required in advance. Taiwan passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste, typically valid for 30 days.

How long can Taiwan 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.

Does Timor-Leste drive on the same side of the road as Taiwan?

Timor-Leste drives on the left, the opposite side to Taiwan. 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.

About Taiwan

Taiwan, officially the Republic of China (ROC), is a country in East Asia. The main island of Taiwan, formerly known as Formosa, lies between the East and South China Seas in the northwestern Pacific Ocean, with the People's Republic of China (PRC) to the northwest, Japan to the northeast, and the Philippines to the south. It has an area of 35,808 square kilometers, with mountain ranges dominating the eastern two-thirds and plains in the western third, where its highly urbanized population is concentrated. The combined territories under ROC control consist of 168 islands in total covering 36,193 square kilometers. The largest metropolitan area is formed by Taipei, New Taipei City, and Keelung. With around 23.9 million inhabitants, Taiwan is among the most densely populated countries.

RegionEastern Asia

Area36,193 km²

CurrencyNew Taiwan dollar (1 USD ≈ 32.45 TWD)

LanguagesChinese

Calling code+886

Drives on theright

Emergency number110 / 112 / 119

Climate in Taiwan

Warmest July, coolest January, driest February, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Taiwan, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	11.4°C	2.1°C	30mm	305h
February	11.6°C	2.1°C	25mm	281h
March	13.5°C	5.3°C	106mm	311h
April	13.7°C	6.2°C	143mm	297h
May	17.4°C	9.5°C	280mm	317h
June	19°C	9.7°C	64mm	349h
July	19.6°C	9.6°C	193mm	322h
August	18.6°C	9.1°C	189mm	282h
September	18.3°C	9.2°C	192mm	302h
October	18.1°C	9.1°C	115mm	284h
November	16.2°C	6.5°C	58mm	277h
December	13.1°C	4.6°C	46mm	286h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Taiwan is a self-governing group of islands off the coast of China. It is one of the most densely populated places in the world. Besides its crowded cities, Taiwan is also known for steep mountains and lush forests. Taiwan is home to a large number of impressive scenic sites, and Taipei is a center of culture, entertainment and leisure activities. The island is also a center of Mandarin-language pop culture with a substantial entertainment industry.

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About Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste, also known as East Timor, officially the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, is a country in Southeast Asia. It comprises the eastern half of the island of Timor, the coastal exclave of Oecusse in the island's northwest, and the islands of Atauro and Jaco, for a total land area of 15,007 square kilometres (5,794 sq mi). Timor-Leste shares a land border with Indonesia to the west; Australia is the country's southern neighbour, across the Timor Sea. Dili, on the north coast of Timor, is its capital and largest city.

CapitalDili

RegionSouth-Eastern Asia

Population1.4M

Area14,874 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesPortuguese, Tetum

Calling code+670

Drives on theleft

TimezoneMakassar (UTC+8)

Nearest airportPresidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (DIL), 5 km

Emergency number112

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,341 (2025)

Tourist arrivals74.8K (2019)

Travel guide

The Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, commonly known as Timor-Leste or East Timor, is one of the world's newest countries: after a long struggle, it gained independence from Indonesia in 2002 and is now an off-the-beaten-path destination for diving and adventure. A former Portuguese colony, it is one of only two countries in Asia with a Roman Catholic majority, the other one being the Philippines.

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