Bhutan passport → Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste visa for citizens of Bhutan

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Bhutan can get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Visa validity	30 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	$30
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay (e.g., $100 per day)

How to apply

1
Arrive at entry point
Proceed to the immigration counter at Dili Airport or a designated land border.
2
Complete visa application form
Fill out the visa on arrival form provided by immigration.
3
Submit documents
Hand over passport, photo, onward ticket, and proof of funds.
4
Pay visa fee
Pay $30 USD in cash (exact change preferred).
5
Receive visa stamp
Immigration officer stamps passport with visa valid for 30 days.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months)
Must have at least two blank pages.
Passport-size photograph
One recent photo, 35x45mm.

Travel

Onward/return ticket
Proof of departure from Timor-Leste.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Cash, bank statement, or credit card.

Supporting

Visa application form
Provided and completed on arrival.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: $100 per day

cash
bank statement
credit card

Immigration may request evidence of sufficient funds for the intended stay.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is only available at Presidente Nicolau dos Santos Lobato International Airport (Dili) and certain land border crossings with Indonesia.
Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and two blank pages.
Visa on arrival is single entry only; extensions are possible at the immigration office in Dili.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient funds

Carry enough cash or proof of funds (e.g., $100 per day).

Invalid passport

Check passport validity (at least 6 months) and blank pages.

No onward ticket

Have a confirmed return or onward ticket.

FAQ

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

Citizens of Bhutan can get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

How much does the Timor-Leste visa cost for citizens of Bhutan?

Government fee: $30.

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

Passport (valid at least 6 months); Passport-size photograph; Onward/return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa application form.

How long must my passport be valid for Timor-Leste?

At least 6 months.

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