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Egypt to Timor-Leste visa requirements

Egyptian ordinary passport holders can get a visa on arrival (VOA) when entering Timor-Leste by air at Dili airport or by sea at Dili port. It costs USD 30, is valid for a 30-day stay, single entry, and is extendable once in-country. Timor-Leste (Asia, not in the Schengen area) is not on Egypt's visa-exemption list, so Egyptian ordinary passport holders are not visa-free. However, Timor-Leste grants a visa on arrival to citizens of all non-exempt countries, including Egypt, when arriving at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport in Dili or the Dili sea port. The VOA is a single-entry tourist visa costing USD 30, valid for a stay of up to 30 days, extendable once in-country for an additional 30 days for a USD 40 extension fee. Requirements are a passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with at least one (officially two recommended) blank page, a completed arrival card, a return or onward ticket, evidence of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds (commonly cited as around USD 150 per day). IMPORTANT: the VOA is only issued at Dili air and sea ports. Travelers entering by land from Indonesian West Timor must obtain a Visa Application Authorization in advance from the Timor-Leste consulate in Kupang, Indonesia. Egyptian travelers should also note Timor-Leste does not currently operate a general eVisa; the practical options are VOA on arrival by air/sea or a pre-arrival visa through a Timor-Leste diplomatic mission. Figures verified against the Immigration Service of Timor-Leste, the Timor-Leste Customs Authority, and the U.S. State Department as of mid-2026.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa on arrival (single-entry tourist visa)
Maximum stay
30 days (extendable once for +30 days)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple allowed only for Oecussi)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 30 (extension USD 40)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued on arrival at the border (same day)
standard track
Validity
Visa valid for the 30-day authorized stay from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you are arriving by air or sea at Dili
The visa on arrival is issued only at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (Dili) or the Dili sea port. If entering by land from Indonesian West Timor, you must first obtain a Visa Application Authorization from the Timor-Leste consulate in Kupang.
· Air/sea only· Land entry differs
/02
Check passport validity and blank pages
Ensure your Egyptian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has at least one (ideally two) blank page for the visa sticker.
· 6 months validity· Blank page required
/03
Prepare supporting documents and cash
Carry a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, evidence of sufficient funds (about USD 150 per day), and USD 30 in cash for the visa fee.
· USD cash· Onward ticket
/04
Complete the arrival card
Fill in the immigration arrival card provided at the border post on arrival.
· At border
/05
Pay the fee and receive the visa
Present documents at the immigration counter, pay the USD 30 fee in cash, and receive a single-entry 30-day tourist visa.
· USD 30· 30 days
/06
Extend in-country if needed
To stay longer, apply for a 30-day extension (USD 40) at the Migration Service in Dili at least 15 days before your visa expires.
· USD 40· Apply early
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredEgyptian passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one (ideally two) blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredArrival by air (Dili airport) or sea (Dili port)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredUSD 30 visa fee in cash
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCompleted immigration arrival card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation in Timor-Leste
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds (~USD 150/day)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredVisa Application Authorization from Kupang consulate (land entry only)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedTravel/health insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
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.
Application link included: Immigration Service of Timor-Leste - Tourist Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on arrival (tourist, single entry)USD 30Paid in cash at Dili airport or sea port
Visa extension (in-country)USD 40One 30-day extension at Migration Service, Dili
Transit visa (under 3 days)USD 20Optional alternative for short transits
Total estimateUSD 30USD 70incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Pre-arrival visa via diplomatic mission
Varies (allow 1-3 weeks)
Apply at a Timor-Leste embassy/consulate before travel; useful where no VOA access applies.
Visa Application Authorization (Kupang)
Several days
Required only for land border entry from Indonesian West Timor; obtained from the Timor-Leste consulate in Kupang.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Egypt is not on Timor-Leste's visa-exemption list
Egyptian nationals are not visa-free, so a visa is required, but it can be obtained on arrival rather than in advance.
High
/02
Arriving by land instead of air/sea
VOA is not issued at land borders; land arrivals from West Timor need a prior authorization from the Kupang consulate.
Medium
/03
Insufficient passport validity or blank pages
Passports with less than 6 months validity or no blank page can be refused entry.
Medium
/04
No cash for the fee
The USD 30 fee must be paid in cash; card facilities are unreliable at the border.
Medium
/05
No onward ticket or proof of funds
Immigration may ask for a return/onward ticket and evidence of funds before issuing the visa.
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 · major
Egypt to Timor-Leste route verified
Confirmed visa on arrival (USD 30, 30 days, single entry) for Egyptian ordinary passport holders arriving by air/sea at Dili against the Immigration Service of Timor-Leste and Customs Authority; noted land-entry authorization requirement.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can an Egyptian get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste?
Yes. Egypt is not on the visa-exemption list, but Egyptian ordinary passport holders are eligible for a visa on arrival when entering by air at Dili airport or by sea at the Dili port. It costs USD 30 for a 30-day stay.
Is there an eVisa for Timor-Leste?+
How long can I stay and can I extend?+
Can I enter Timor-Leste by land from Indonesia with a VOA?+
What documents do I need at the border?+
Is Timor-Leste part of the Schengen area?+
/11 — Passport tools

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