In 2025, Indian nationals visiting Timor-Leste will have to apply for a visa to the country. Indians are entitled to a convenient visa on arrival (VoA) system at the Dili International Airport or the approved seaports; and also have the option of applying ahead of time at the embassy in Timor-Leste. The visitor visa enables one entry or multiple entries with a stay of about 30 to 90 days, which makes Timor-Leste accessible either in case of tourism or business or family visits.
Documents needed to obtain a visa in Timor-Leste
Valid Indian passport of minimum six months validity as of the planned entry date with clean two pages to stamp the visa.
Finished visa application form (embassy application) or visa on arrival form, which is normally availed during traveling or landing.
New passport-sized photos of white background size.
The confirmed return or onward air bookings or evidence of any other onward movement.
Evidence of accommodation i.e.: Hotel reservations or a letter of invitation from the local host.
Evidence of adequate finances to sustain the length of stay.
Yellow Fever immunization certificate in case of coming to the endemic areas.
Visa fee payment in USD or INR equivalent (VoA or previous application).
Cover letter as to the purpose of visit (where embassy applications are made).
Visa Types and Fees
Tourist Visa on Arrival: A single-entry or multiple entries, which range between 30 and 90 days. Approx. USD 30 (around 2500 INR). Sightseeing, family visits or recreation are valid.
Business Visa: It is a visa that can be used to enter the country during the course of business meetings, conferences, or official visits. Should be pre-applied; the fee is different based on duration and contacts.
Extension of Visas Visitors who were initially allocated a 30 days stay may seek extension of not less than 60 days at the Immigration Department in Dili.
Other permits: Student, work and residency visa permits must be applied beforehand and documented.
Application Process and Key Conditions
Indian travelers may receive Visa on Arrival at Dili International Airport and in selected seaports. Upon arrival, travelers are required to present documentation and pay the visa fee which is normally done in 30 minutes.
In the case of an advance visa, Indian citizens may file their applications and supporting documents in Timor-Leste embassies or consulates and the applications take between 5-7 working days.
It must have a valid passport of at least 6 months and two blank pages to get stamped.
Travelers are advised to always carry all original documentation when traveling and also to showcase them when they are inspected at the immigration.
Evidence of further transportation and housing is mandatory to prove that it is intended to depart Timor-Leste within the visa timeframe.
Fines, deportation, and future visa approvals can happen as a result of overstaying the visa.
Health and safety Travel insurance is advised to cover the whole duration of stay.
Indian Traveler FAQs to Timor-Leste.
Summary
The visa on arrival or application which is available in the embassy allows Indian citizens to stay a period of 30 to 90 days in Timor-Leste to have a chance to explore the country as tourists and do business. In order to enter, the travelers should possess a valid passport, evidence of onward travels, lodging, and enough funds. Extensions of visas can be done in the country. The regulation of documentation and health requirements would make the visit to this unique Southeast Asian country with abundant culture and natural beauty enjoyable and easy.
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