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Do Hong Kong passport holders need a visa to visit TL?

Q: Where can I get the visa on arrival?

At Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport in Dili or at the Dili Sea Port. Land border crossings have restrictions and are not reliable for visa-on-arrival.

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

It costs USD 30 and must be paid in US dollars cash. ATMs and currency exchange may not be available at the entry point, so bring exact change.

Q: Can I extend my stay beyond 30 days?

Yes. You can extend once for an additional 30 days at the Immigration Service in Dili for USD 40, applied for before your visa expires.

Q: What documents do I need at the airport?

A passport valid 6+ months with two blank pages, a completed arrival card, a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds.

Q: Is Timor-Leste part of the Schengen area?

No. Timor-Leste is in Southeast Asia and is not a Schengen country, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Hong Kong SAR ordinary passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste, but it can be obtained on arrival. A 30-day single-entry tourist visa-on-arrival costs USD 30 (cash) at Dili's Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport or the Dili Sea Port. No advance application is required for air/sea arrivals. Timor-Leste does not grant visa-free entry to Hong Kong SAR passport holders. However, HK travelers fall under the country's general visa-on-arrival regime: a Class I (tourist) visa is issued at the main entry points on payment of a USD 30 fee in cash. The visa permits a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days, and can be extended once for a further 30 days at the Immigration Service for USD 40. Travelers must present a passport valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages, a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds. Visa-on-arrival is reliable at Dili airport and seaport; land border crossings have restrictions and should not be relied on for VoA. Because cash USD is required and ATMs/exchange may be unavailable at the entry point, travelers should carry exact change. Timor-Leste is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen/ETIAS rules do not apply. Sources verified include the official Timor-Leste Immigration Service (migracao.gov.tl), the Timor-Leste Customs Authority, and Wikipedia's visa policy summary as of 2026.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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 (Class I tourist visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 30 (cash)

consular fee only

Processing time

Issued on arrival (same day at entry point)

standard track

Validity

Use on arrival; 30-day stay, extendable once for 30 more days (USD 40)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity and blank pages

Ensure your HKSAR passport is valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date and has at least two blank pages for the visa sticker and entry stamp.

· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages

/02

Book onward travel and accommodation

Hold a confirmed return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details). Immigration officers may ask to see these before issuing the visa.

· Return/onward ticket· Accommodation proof

/03

Carry USD 30 in cash

The visa-on-arrival fee must be paid in US dollars cash. ATMs and currency exchange may be unavailable at the airport, so bring exact change.

· USD 30· Cash only

/04

Arrive at an approved entry point

Fly into Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (Dili) or arrive at the Dili Sea Port, where visa-on-arrival is reliably issued. Avoid relying on land borders for VoA.

· Dili airport· Dili seaport

/05

Complete the arrival card and apply at the counter

Fill in the arrival/disembarkation card, present your passport and supporting documents at the immigration desk, and pay the fee to receive the Class I tourist visa.

· Arrival card· Immigration desk

/06

Extend if needed before expiry

If you wish to stay longer than 30 days, apply for a single 30-day extension at the Immigration Service in Dili for USD 40 before your visa expires.

· Extension USD 40· Apply before expiry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

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HKSAR passport valid 6+ months from arrival

required

At least two blank passport pages

required

USD 30 in cash for the visa fee

required

Confirmed return or onward ticket

required

Proof of accommodation (hotel or host)

required

Sufficient funds for the stay

required

Completed arrival/disembarkation card

required

Arrive via Dili airport or seaport (not land border)

recommended

Spare USD cash for the 30-day extension (USD 40)

optional

Travel insurance covering Timor-Leste

recommended

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa-on-arrival (tourist) feeUSD 30Paid in cash at the entry point; single entry, 30-day stay

Visa extension (optional)USD 40One 30-day extension at the Immigration Service in Dili

Overstay penaltyUSD 70+ (variable)Charged per day or per incident; avoid by extending in time

Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 70incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival at Dili airport/seaport

Same day (at the counter)

Issued immediately on arrival after payment and document check. This is the standard and recommended route for HK tourists.

Visa extension in Dili

A few business days

Applied for in-country at the Immigration Service if a longer stay is needed.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No cash USD on hand

The USD 30 fee must be paid in cash and ATMs/exchange may be unavailable at the entry point, leading to delays.

High

/02

Passport validity under 6 months

Entry is refused if the passport is not valid for at least 6 months from arrival.

Medium

/03

Attempting VoA at a land border

Visa-on-arrival is reliable at Dili airport and seaport but restricted at land crossings.

Medium

/04

No onward ticket or accommodation proof

Officers may refuse the visa without evidence of a genuine short visit.

Medium

/05

Overstaying the 30-day limit

Failing to extend in time results in fines on departure.

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

HK to Timor-Leste route verified

Confirmed via official Timor-Leste Immigration Service and Customs Authority that HKSAR ordinary passport holders receive a USD 30, 30-day single-entry tourist visa on arrival at Dili airport/seaport; extendable once for USD 40.

/09 — The questions