Timor-Leste visa for Japanese citizens

As a Japan passport holder, you'll find entry into Timor-Leste straightforward with a visa on arrival, allowing for a comfortable 30-day stay perfect for exploring its burgeoning tourism sector, with the single available visa type being for tourism. This visa on arrival process simplifies your journey, and while direct flights are uncommon, connecting flights typically route through hubs like Singapore or Bali, so factor in potential layover times when planning your adventure to the eastern half of the Indonesian archipelago. Be sure to have United States Dollars handy, as it's the official currency in Timor-Leste, and familiarize yourself with basic Tetum phrases, as English proficiency can vary outside Dili, enhancing your experience beyond the typical tourist trail.

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

At Presidente Nicolau Lobato Int'l Airport or Dili Sea Port: transit 20 USD, tourist 30 USD, business 50 USD.

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