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Brunei visa on arrival

Ordinary passport holders from Australia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia can get a visa on arrival at all immigration checkpoints. The visa types offered depend on nationality.

Ways to get a Brunei visa on arrival

  1. Single-entry visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Ordinary passport holders from Australia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    Valid for
    30 days.
    Entries
    Single entry.
    Fee
    B$20.

  2. Multiple-entry visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Eligible nationals within the visa-on-arrival group may apply. The nationality-specific eligibility is not identified in the supplied details.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    Valid for
    30 days.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.
    Fee
    B$30.

  3. Visa on arrival for diplomatic or official/service passports

    Visa on arrival

    Diplomatic or official/service passport holders from Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.

    Passports that qualify (4)

Who needs it

Eligible visitors who use this entry route obtain their visa when they arrive.

What to bring

  • A qualifying passport.

Good to know

  • The visa types available depend on nationality.
  • Do not stay beyond your permitted period.
  • Available at all immigration checkpoints.
  • Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia also have a 30-day visa-on-arrival route for diplomatic or official/service passport holders.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Brunei?

Eligible visitors who use this entry route obtain their visa when they arrive.

What are the ways to get a visa on arrival for Brunei?

There are 3 options: Single-entry visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Multiple-entry visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Visa on arrival for diplomatic or official/service passports (a visa at the border).

How long can I stay on a Brunei visa on arrival?

Up to 30 days.

How much does a Brunei visa on arrival cost?

B$20 for single entry; B$30 for an eligible multiple-entry visa.

How long is a Brunei visa on arrival valid?

30 days. Entries: Single entry; a multiple-entry option depends on nationality..

What documents do I need for a Brunei visa on arrival?

A qualifying passport..

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

The visa types available depend on nationality. Do not stay beyond your permitted period.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival 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 visa on arrival 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 visa on arrival rules?

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

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