TuvaluTimor-Leste: Visa on arrival

TuvaluTimor-Leste

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

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Tuvalu 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
    Distance5,879 km, straight line (~7h 25m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Timor-Leste242 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

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

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

How long can Tuvalu citizens stay in Timor-Leste without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Timor-Leste from Tuvalu?

About 5,879 km in a straight line, roughly ~7h 25m nonstop by air.

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.