Timor-LesteTurks and Caicos Islands: Visa required

Timor-LesteTurks and Caicos Islands

Do Timor-Leste passport holders need a visa for Turks and Caicos Islands?

Visa required

Yes. Timor-Leste passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Turks and Caicos Islands.

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

Source: gov.tc (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance17,722 km, straight line (~21h 21m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Turks and Caicos Islands121 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Turks and Caicos Islands passport holders visiting Timor-Leste: Visa on arrival.

Visa-free alternatives near Turks and Caicos Islands

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 Turks and Caicos Islands?

Yes. Timor-Leste passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Turks and Caicos Islands.

How far is Turks and Caicos Islands from Timor-Leste?

About 17,722 km in a straight line, roughly ~21h 21m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Turks and Caicos Islands?

United States dollar (USD).

What is the emergency number in Turks and Caicos Islands?

911.

What time zone is Turks and Caicos Islands in?

Santo Domingo (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Grand Turk?

JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT), about 2 km away.

How many countries can enter Turks and Caicos Islands without a visa?

121 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Turks and Caicos Islands 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 Turks and Caicos Islands?

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

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 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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About Turks and Caicos Islands

Turks and Caicos Islands is a British Overseas Territory consisting of the larger Caicos Islands and smaller Turks Islands, two groups of tropical islands in the Lucayan Archipelago of the Atlantic Ocean and northern West Indies. They are known primarily for tourism and as an offshore financial centre. The resident population in 2023 was estimated by The World Factbook at 59,367, making it the third-largest of the British overseas territories by population. However, according to a Department of Statistics estimate in 2022, the population was 47,720.

CapitalGrand Turk

RegionCaribbean

Population46.9K

Area948 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+1649

Drives on theleft

TimezoneSanto Domingo (UTC-4)

Nearest airportJAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT), 2 km

Emergency number911

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$37,507 (2024)

Tourist arrivals370.4K (2020)

Travel guide

The Turks and Caicos Islands are only about 60 km long, and consist of over 40 islands and cays. These islands have fabulous beaches throughout; in particular, Grace Bay. There also are a variety of fun, non-beach things that there are to do. You can scuba dive, snorkel, sail, boat, parasail, fish, go on tours, go to spas and salons, golf, shop, ride ponies and gamble. Each island has its own activities as well.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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