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Timor Leste Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Pakistani citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Dili airport or seaport for Timor-Leste; fee USD 30 for a 30-day tourist visa, processed within minutes to an hour at the port of entry.

Guide last updated October 21, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
  • Completed arrival visa application form (available at the port of entry)
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation booking
  • Sufficient funds for the stay (cash or card proof may be requested)
  • One passport-size photo recommended, though not always strictly enforced
  • Biometrics (photo and fingerprints) collected at the immigration counter on arrival
  • Travel health insurance recommended

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival: single entry, valid for 30 days, extendable once for another 30 days, fee USD 30
  • Business visa on arrival: single entry, valid 30 days, requires an invitation or business purpose letter, fee USD 30
  • Ordinary (embassy) visa: available for longer stays through Timor-Leste diplomatic missions abroad

Visa on arrival

  • Visa on arrival is issued at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (Dili) and designated land/sea border points.
  • Join the visa-on-arrival counter queue before immigration
  • Present passport, return ticket, and accommodation proof
  • Pay the USD 30 fee in cash (USD preferred; exact change recommended)
  • Processing typically takes 15-60 minutes depending on queue length
  • Passport is stamped with the visa directly; no separate sticker application needed beforehand

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: USD 30, payable in cash
  • No additional service fee at the airport counter
  • Total estimated cost: USD 30 plus incidental costs
  • Processing time: typically under an hour at the port of entry
  • No express lane is offered; arriving on less busy flights reduces wait time

Tips for Pakistan travelers

  • Carry exact USD cash, as change may not always be available at the counter
  • Common issues include not having a confirmed onward ticket, which can delay processing
  • Visa on arrival is generally straightforward for Pakistani travelers with no restrictions beyond standard documentation
  • Check current travel advisories, as flight connections to Dili are limited and usually routed via Bali or Singapore
  • Extensions can be obtained at the Directorate of Migration in Dili before the initial 30 days expire

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.