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Timor Leste Visa for Hong Kong Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Hong Kong SAR citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Dili's Nicolau Lobato International Airport or recognized land borders for stays up to 30 days; fee USD 30, payable in cash on arrival.

Guide last updated October 25, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond stay
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Sufficient cash in USD to pay the visa-on-arrival fee (cards generally not accepted at the border)
  • Completed arrival card (usually provided on the flight or at the port of entry)
  • Travel health insurance recommended

Visa types

  • Visa on arrival: single entry, up to 30 days, fee USD 30, extendable in-country
  • Business visa: can also be obtained on arrival with an invitation letter, similar validity and fee
  • Longer-stay work or residence visas must be arranged in advance through the Ministry of Interior/Immigration (via migration.gov.tl) or a Timorese diplomatic mission before travel

Visa on arrival

  • Hong Kong SAR passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Dili's Nicolau Lobato International Airport or at recognized land border crossings. The process involves completing an arrival card, presenting your passport and return ticket, and paying the USD 30 fee in cash at the immigration counter. No advance online application is required for this standard tourist visa on arrival, though queues can occur during peak arrival times.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: USD 30, payable in cash only
  • Processing: completed at the airport/border counter, typically within 15-30 minutes
  • In-country extension: handled at the Immigration office in Dili for an additional fee

Tips for Hong Kong travelers

  • Carry exact USD cash, as change and card payment are often unavailable at the border
  • Arrive with a printed return ticket and accommodation details to avoid questioning
  • Extensions should be requested a few days before the visa expires at the Immigration office in Dili
  • Confirm current entry requirements before travel, as procedures at Timor-Leste's limited ports of entry can change with little notice

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.