Timor-Leste visa for Canadian citizens

Canadian citizens embarking on a journey to Timor-Leste benefit from a straightforward visa on arrival process, granting access for a maximum stay of 30 days for tourist purposes. This single tourist visa type available streamlines entry, making initial travel planning simpler. Given the vast geographical distance, spanning nearly 16,000 kilometers from Ottawa to Dili, careful flight planning is essential; routes typically involve multiple connections through major Asian hubs like Singapore or Bali. Upon arrival, travelers will find that Timor-Leste utilizes the US Dollar as its official currency, and while ATMs are available in Dili, carrying smaller denominations is advisable for transactions outside the capital.

Visa on arrival30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Blank pages
2+
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$50 / day

Visa options

TouristTourist Visa
30d$30valid 1mo
Apply
TouristTourist Visa (Multiple Entries for Oecussi Travellers)
30d$30multiple-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
OtherTourist & Business Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visa (Short Stay)
30dvalid 1mo
BusinessBusiness Visa (Multiple Entry up to 90 days)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
WorkWork Visa (Visto de Trabalho / Type C) – Long Stay
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkWork Visa (Visto de Trabalho / Type C) – Initial Entry
30dvalid 1mo
OtherResidence Visa (Visa to Establish Residence)
730d$50multiple-entryvalid 2y
TransitTransit Visa
$20
Apply

Obtainable at Presidente Nicolau Lobato Airport/Dili Sea Port. 20-50 USD.

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