The visa on arrival grants a single entry of up to 30 days. It can be extended at the Immigration Department in Dili up to a cumulative total of 90 days.

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Argentina to Timor-Leste visa requirements

Q: Can I get the visa at the land border with Indonesia?

Not as an Argentine. Only Indonesian, Portuguese and US nationals can apply at the land border. Other nationalities must obtain a Visa Application Authorization in advance, so arriving by air or sea at Dili is simplest.

Q: How much does the visa cost and how do I pay?

USD 30 for the single-entry tourist visa, paid in cash at the port of entry. ATMs are not guaranteed at the border, so bring US dollars.

Q: Is there an e-visa for Timor-Leste?

No. Timor-Leste does not operate a general online e-visa system. Eligible travelers obtain the visa on arrival, or apply in advance at a diplomatic mission.

Q: What documents do I need on arrival?

A passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, proof of sufficient funds, the completed arrival card, and the USD 30 fee in cash.

Argentine ordinary passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste, but it can be obtained on arrival (VOA) at Dili airport or seaport for USD 30, granting a single-entry stay of up to 30 days. Argentina is not on Timor-Leste's visa-exemption list, so a visa is required. However, Argentine ordinary passport holders qualify for a Tourist Visa on Arrival when entering by air at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (Dili) or by sea at the Dili Sea Port. The on-arrival visa costs USD 30, is single-entry, and authorizes a stay of up to 30 days, extendable once for a further 30 days (and up to a cumulative 90 days) through the Immigration Department in Dili. Travelers must hold a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, a return/onward ticket, accommodation details, and proof of sufficient funds. Important caveat: VOA is only available at the Dili air and sea ports. Argentine nationals entering overland from Indonesia must obtain a Visa Application Authorization in advance — only Indonesian, Portuguese and US citizens may apply at the land border. Timor-Leste has no general electronic visa platform, so payment is made in cash (USD) on arrival. Timor-Leste is in Southeast Asia and is not part of the Schengen area, so the 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Tourist Visa on Arrival (Class I / Visa de Turismo)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days, extendable to a cumulative 90 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 30 (paid in cash on arrival)

consular fee only

Processing time

Issued on arrival (same day at the port of entry)

standard track

Validity

Valid for the single 30-day stay granted at entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your entry point

Plan to arrive by air at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (Dili) or by sea at the Dili Sea Port, where Argentine nationals can obtain a visa on arrival. Do not enter overland without prior authorization.

· Air or sea only· Dili

/02

Prepare your documents

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months with a blank page, and gather a confirmed return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

· Passport 6+ months· Onward ticket

/03

Carry the visa fee in cash

Bring USD 30 in cash to pay the visa fee; ATMs are not guaranteed at the border. Also carry evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.

· USD 30 cash· Sufficient funds

/04

Complete the arrival card

Fill in the immigration arrival/disembarkation card given on the flight or at the port before reaching the visa counter.

· Arrival card

/05

Apply at the visa-on-arrival counter

Present your passport, ticket, accommodation proof and fee at the immigration desk. A single-entry 30-day tourist visa sticker is issued on the spot once conditions are met.

· On-arrival counter

/06

Extend if needed

If you wish to stay longer, apply at the Immigration Department (Serviço de Migração) in Dili before your 30 days expire, up to a cumulative 90 days.

· Immigration Dept, Dili· Before expiry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Argentina -> Timor-Leste · Tourist Visa on Arrival (Class I / Visa de Turismo)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond entry

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the visa sticker

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredUSD 30 visa fee in cash

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking / host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RequiredCompleted immigration arrival card

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredArrive via Dili air or sea port (not a land border)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedPrinted itinerary and contact details

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesImmigration Service of Timor-Leste — Tourist Visa Timor-Leste Customs Authority — Obtaining a Visa Wikipedia — Visa policy of Timor-Leste

Application link included: Immigration Service of Timor-Leste — Tourist Visa

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa on arrivalUSD 30Single entry, up to 30 days; paid in cash at the port of entry

Visa extension (30 days)USD 35-40Applied for at the Immigration Department in Dili to extend the stay

Transit visaUSD 20For stays of up to 3 days only; not for tourism stays

Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 70incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival at Dili

Same day (issued at the counter)

Standard channel for Argentine tourists arriving by air or sea at Dili; visa granted on the spot if conditions are met.

Prior application at a diplomatic mission

Several business days

Optional advance application through a Timor-Leste embassy/consulate; useful for overland arrivals needing prior authorization.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Argentina is not visa-exempt

Timor-Leste exempts only a short list of nationalities (e.g., Portugal, USA, Indonesia); Argentina is not among them, so a visa is required.

High

/02

Visa on arrival is available at Dili

Argentine ordinary passport holders can obtain the visa at the Dili air or sea port without applying in advance.

High

/03

Land borders need prior authorization

Only Indonesian, Portuguese and US nationals may apply at the land border; Argentines must arrange a Visa Application Authorization beforehand.

Medium

/04

Cash-only fee

The USD 30 fee must be paid in cash on arrival, as card payment and ATMs are unreliable at ports of entry.

Medium

/05

No general e-visa

Timor-Leste has no online e-visa platform, so eligible travelers rely on the on-arrival process.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Argentina to Timor-Leste route verified

Confirmed via the Immigration Service of Timor-Leste and Customs Authority that Argentine ordinary passport holders receive a USD 30 single-entry 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Dili air/sea ports; no e-visa exists and land entry needs prior authorization.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Argentine citizens need a visa for Timor-Leste?—

Yes. Argentina is not visa-exempt, but Argentine ordinary passport holders can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at the Dili airport or seaport for USD 30.

How long can I stay?+

Can I get the visa at the land border with Indonesia?+

How much does the visa cost and how do I pay?+

Is there an e-visa for Timor-Leste?+

What documents do I need on arrival?+

/11 — Passport tools