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Brunei tourist visa

Some passport holders can visit without a visa for 14, 30 or 90 days. Other visitors need a visa from a Bruneian diplomatic mission unless they qualify for a visa on arrival.

Ways to get a Brunei tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry for up to 90 days

    No visa needed

    Ordinary passport holders from all European Union member states, Canada, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States qualify. The UK exemption covers British citizens and British subjects with the right of abode in the UK only.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
  2. Visa-free entry with a diplomatic or official/service passport

    No visa needed

    Qualifying diplomatic or official/service passport holders from the listed countries and territories, and qualifying members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Generally 30 days. Exceptions are mentioned, but their passport-specific limits are not identified in the supplied details.
  3. Visa from a Bruneian diplomatic mission

    Visa needed

    Visitors who need a visa must obtain one from a Bruneian diplomatic mission unless they qualify for a visa on arrival.

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry or a visa on arrival must get a visa from a Bruneian diplomatic mission.

Who doesn't

Listed passport holders can enter without a visa for 14, 30 or 90 days.

What to bring

  • A qualifying passport.

Good to know

  • Do not stay beyond your permitted period.
  • Israeli nationals are refused entry and transit.
  • Overstaying can lead to jail, fines and caning.
  • Visa-free entry rules differ for ordinary passports and diplomatic or official/service passports.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Brunei?

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry or a visa on arrival must get a visa from a Bruneian diplomatic mission. Listed passport holders can enter without a visa for 14, 30 or 90 days.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Brunei?

There are 5 options: Visa-free entry for up to 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for up to 30 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for up to 14 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry with a diplomatic or official/service passport (no visa at all); Visa from a Bruneian diplomatic mission (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Brunei without a tourist visa?

Ordinary passport holders from all European Union member states, Canada, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States qualify. The UK exemption covers British citizens and British subjects with the right of abode in the UK only. Ordinary passport holders from Japan, Laos, Malaysia, New Zealand, Oman, Singapore, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine and the United Arab Emirates qualify. Ordinary passport holders from Cambodia, China, Costa Rica, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kosovo, Macau, Maldives, Myanmar, Peru, the Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam qualify. Qualifying diplomatic or official/service passport holders from the listed countries and territories, and qualifying members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, can enter without a visa.

How long can I stay on a Brunei tourist visa?

Up to 14, 30 or 90 days, depending on the passport.

What documents do I need for a Brunei tourist visa?

A qualifying passport..

What rules do I have to follow on a Brunei tourist visa?

Do not stay beyond your permitted period. Israeli nationals are refused entry and transit.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Brunei?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Brunei visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Brunei be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Brunei tourist visa rules?

On Brunei's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Brunei?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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