Timor-Leste visa for Basotho citizens

For Lesotho passport holders planning a trip to Timor-Leste, a convenient visa on arrival is available, allowing for a stay of up to 30 days, ideal for exploring Dili's historical sites. While the primary visa type is a tourist visa, costing only $30 USD, consider that direct flights are rare, so many travelers transit through hubs like Singapore or Kuala Lumpur, adding to travel time and potential currency exchange needs for those intermediate stops. Travelers should be aware that Timor-Leste operates on UTC+9, so adjusting to the time difference, which is substantial from Lesotho, is a practical travel tip.

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

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