Timor-LesteAruba: Visa required

Timor-LesteAruba

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

Visa required

Yes. Timor-Leste passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Aruba.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: netherlandsworldwide.nl (checked September 4, 2026).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance18,256 km, straight line (~21h 59m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Aruba130 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Netherlands passport holders visiting Timor-Leste: Visa-free.

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

Visa-free alternatives near Aruba

Timor-Leste passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Timor-Leste passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes. Timor-Leste passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Aruba.

How far is Aruba from Timor-Leste?

About 18,256 km in a straight line, roughly ~21h 59m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Aruba?

Aruban florin (AWG).

What is the emergency number in Aruba?

911.

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

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

What time zone is Aruba in?

Aruba (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Oranjestad?

Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA), about 2 km away.

How many countries can enter Aruba without a visa?

130 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Aruba visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Timor-Leste passport holders visit without a visa instead of Aruba?

Haiti, British Virgin Islands, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Dominica, Saint Lucia, Guyana.

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.