Timor-Leste passport → Seychelles

Seychelles visa for citizens of Timor-Leste

eTATourist visa · 30 days

Citizens of Timor-Leste don't need a visa for Seychelles but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	eTA · Tourist visa · 30 days
How to apply	Electronic travel authorization (online)
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Visa validity	30 days
Entries	Single entry
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Required
Appointment	Required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay

How to apply

1
Gather required documents
Collect passport, photos, hotel bookings, flight ticket, funds proof, vaccination certificate, insurance, employment letter.
2
Complete visa application form
Fill out the official Seychelles visa application form.
3
Schedule appointment
Book an appointment at the nearest embassy or consulate handling visa applications for Timor-Leste.
4
Attend biometrics appointment
Submit biometric data (fingerprints and photo) in person at the embassy/visa centre.
5
Pay visa fee
Pay applicable visa fee (exact amount confirmed at appointment).
6
Wait for processing
Processing time varies; check with embassy.
7
Collect passport with visa
Retrieve passport either in person or by courier as per embassy instructions.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months)
Visa application form
Passport-size photographs
2 recent photos

Travel

Hotel reservation(s) covering entire stay
Upload confirmation for each location of stay
Return flight ticket
Onward/return ticket required

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statements or cash

Employment

Employment letter or proof of occupation

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Optional
Required if coming from endemic countries
Valid travel health insurance
Coverage for Seychelles
Letter of invitation (if applicable)
Optional

Proof of funds

Bank statements
Cash

Must show sufficient funds for the duration of stay

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect documents

Double-check all documents before submission.

Insufficient funds

Provide adequate bank statements.

Missing yellow fever vaccination if coming from endemic country

Obtain the vaccination and certificate if applicable.

Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity)

Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity.

FAQ

Do citizens of Timor-Leste need a visa for Seychelles?

Citizens of Timor-Leste don't need a visa for Seychelles but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: Tourist visa · 30 days.

How long can citizens of Timor-Leste stay in Seychelles?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Timor-Leste need for Seychelles?

Passport (valid at least 6 months); Visa application form; Passport-size photographs; Hotel reservation(s) covering entire stay; Return flight ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; and 4 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Seychelles?

At least 6 months.

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