Timor-Leste visa requirements for Emirati citizens
Emirati citizens get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste, for up to 30 days.
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Visa on arrival
Tourists can get this visa at Dili airport or seaport.
- Visa
- On arrival
- Max stay
- 30 days
- Valid for
- 30 days
- Fee
- US$30
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo.
Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
Queue at the visa-on-arrival desk before immigration in Timor-Leste.
Ways into Timor-Leste
Tourist visas usually allow 30 days. Check entry rules before travel.
Visa on arrivalTourist visa on arrivalTourists can get this visa at Dili airport or seaport.
- Stay
- 30 days
- Valid for
- 30 days
- Fee
- US$30
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Prepare your passport and proof of your trip.
- Complete the arrival form.
- Show your documents at Dili airport or seaport.
- Pay 30 USD in cash.
Documents required
- Passport with 1 unused page
- Return ticket or departure funds
- Place to stay
- Proof of enough money
- Yellow fever certificate, if required
- Hotel booking
- You cannot work. Travel to or from Oe-Cusse Ambeno allows more than 1 entry.
- One extra 30-day stay is allowed; apply at least 15 days before expiry.
Visa on arrivalDili tourist arrival visaTourists can get this visa when arriving at Dili airport or seaport.
- Stay
- 30 days
- Valid for
- 30 days
- Fee
- US$30
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Prepare your travel documents.
- Complete the arrival form.
- Show your documents at Dili airport or seaport.
- Pay 30 USD in cash.
Documents required
- Passport with 1 unused page
- Return ticket or departure funds
- Place to stay
- Proof of enough money
- Yellow fever certificate, if required
- Hotel booking
- This is the same tourist visa listed above, with no extra stay allowance.
- Travel to or from Oe-Cusse Ambeno allows more than 1 entry.
Other routeLand border tourist permissionSome tourists must get permission before reaching a land border.
- Stay
- 30 days
- Fee
- US$30
How to apply
- Ask a Timor-Leste embassy whether you need advance permission.
- Get the required permission before reaching the border.
- Show your permission and travel documents.
- Pay 30 USD if your visa is approved.
Documents required
- Advance visa permission
- Passport with 1 unused page
- Travel plans
- Place to stay
- Money for stay and departure
- Hotel booking
- This permission is not an online visa.
- Official websites disagree on exemptions; confirm your passport and land crossing rules before travel.
Sources (9)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Timor-Leste Customs Authority: Obtaining a Visa
- Migration Service: Migration and Asylum Law 11/2017 — indexed official extracts read; direct PDF retrieval unavailable
- Migration Service: Visa application form and checklists — indexed official extracts read; direct PDF retrieval unavailable
- Official Tourism Portal: Visas and Documentation
- Official Tourism Portal: Arrival Card and Customs e-Declaration
- Customs electronic Single Window: Arrival declaration portal
- TradeInvest Timor-Leste: Investment Guide 2023, visas and permits
- Government of Timor-Leste: Migration Attachés Now Authorized to Issue Visas, 19 June 2024
- Government of Timor-Leste: Official embassy directory
Coming from United Arab Emirates
- Plugs C E F IAdapter needed
- MoneyUSD $
- Time+5h
- DrivingOn the leftLook right first
- LanguagePortuguese
Planning your Timor-Leste trip
Best time to go: June to October is the dry season. The wet season, from November to May, can damage roads and make remote areas hard to reach.
- Nino Konis National ParkThis eastern park protects tropical lowland rainforest and a rich coastal environment. It also has prehistoric sites.
- Atauro IslandSee local fishermen using traditionally made goggles and spear guns. The island is also known for wooden sculptures and handicrafts.
- Jaco IslandThis island near Tutuala attracts divers, snorkelers and visitors interested in nature.
- Portuguese heritageFortresses, churches and other monuments from Portuguese rule are scattered across the country.
Scams to watch for in Timor-Leste
- Phone and bag snatching by passing ridersA person on a scooter or motorbike grabs a phone or bag from someone walking along the street. An exposed phone can also be grabbed from someone riding a motorbike, especially in slow traffic.
- Excessive taxi fare demandsA driver demands an excessive fare from a passenger who does not know local prices. Higher evening fares and the higher metered price of Blue Taxi are normal price differences and do not by themselves mean a scam.
- Imitation tais sold among local handicraftsImitation tais are sold among the market's woven cloth and handicrafts. Some come from Indonesia. A buyer seeking locally made Timorese cloth may mistake an imitation for the real item.
About Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste is a republic on the eastern half of Timor, at the southern end of Southeast Asia.
- Capital
- Dili
- Money
- United States dollar ($)
- Languages
- Portuguese, Tetum
- Time zone
- UTC+09:00
- Cars drive on the
- left side
- Calling code
- +670
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Questions
Do emirati citizens need a visa for Timor-Leste?
Emirati citizens get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste, for up to 30 days.
How long can emirati citizens stay in Timor-Leste?
Up to 30 days each visit with the visa on arrival rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.
Can I get the Timor-Leste visa at the airport?
Yes. Emirati citizens get the visa when they land in Timor-Leste. Carry cash for the fee, a passport photo, your return ticket and hotel details.
Do east timorese citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
East Timorese citizens need an eVisa for the United Arab Emirates. Apply on the official website.
Do other Asia passports get easier entry to Timor-Leste?
Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore Thailand, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Timor-Leste are easier for emirati citizens?
Brunei, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore Thailand, and 3 more let emirati citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Timor-Leste?
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo. Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
What money is used in Timor-Leste?
United States dollar ($). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Timor-Leste?
Portuguese and Tetum.
How strong is the United Arab Emirates passport?
It ranks #1 and reaches 169 destinations without applying ahead.
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