Timor-Leste visa for Kiribati citizens

As a Kiribati passport holder planning a trip to Timor-Leste, you'll be pleased to know a visa on arrival is available for tourist purposes, allowing for a single entry. While the exact cost can fluctuate slightly, it typically remains under $50 USD, making it an accessible option for exploring this island nation. Given the extensive distance across the Pacific, many travelers opt for multi-leg flights connecting through hubs like Sydney or Singapore, so be sure to factor in layover times. Understanding basic Tetum phrases, even just greetings, will be greatly appreciated by locals, enhancing your experience of Timor-Leste's rich culture.

Visa on arrival· 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 International Airport or Dili Sea Port only.

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