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Israel to Timor-Leste visa requirements

Israeli passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste, but can get a tourist visa on arrival at Dili airport or seaport for USD 30, valid for a 30-day single-entry stay. Timor-Leste (East Timor) is not in the Schengen area and does not waive visas for Israeli citizens. Only a short list of nationalities (such as Portugal and the United States) are visa-exempt for tourism. Israeli ordinary passport holders fall into the "all other countries" category, which is eligible for a visa on arrival (VOA) when entering by air at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport in Dili or at the Dili sea port. The tourist VOA costs USD 30 (cash only), allows a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days, and can be extended once for another 30 days (extension fee USD 40) by applying to the Immigration Service before the visa expires. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months with a blank page. Note that visa on arrival is generally NOT available at land borders (e.g., from Indonesian West Timor) for most nationalities including Israelis; those crossing by land must obtain a Visa Application Authorization in advance. There are no Israel-specific entry bans for tourism. All major sources (the Timor-Leste Immigration Service, the Customs Authority, and the visa policy summary) agree on this, so the confident verdict for a short tourist stay arriving by air is visa on arrival.
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
Tourist visa on arrival (VOA)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days, extendable once for a further 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 30 (cash only); extension USD 40
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued on the spot at the airport/seaport immigration counter
standard track
Validity
Visa valid for the 30-day stay from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you arrive by air or sea
Visa on arrival for Israelis is granted at Dili's Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport or the Dili sea port. If entering overland from Indonesia, you must instead obtain a Visa Application Authorization in advance.
· Air/sea only· Land border = pre-authorization
/02
Check passport validity
Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has at least one blank page for the visa sticker.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Have a confirmed return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.
· Onward ticket· Accommodation· Funds
/04
Bring USD 30 in cash
The VOA fee is USD 30 paid in cash at the counter. ATMs and money-changers may be unavailable at the entry point, so carry exact cash.
· USD 30 cash· No card payment
/05
Complete the arrival card and apply at immigration
Fill out the arrival card on the plane or at the airport, then present it with your passport and fee at the immigration desk to receive the visa sticker.
· Arrival card· Immigration counter
/06
Extend if needed
If you wish to stay longer than 30 days, apply to the Immigration Service (Serviço de Migração) before your visa expires to extend once for another 30 days (USD 40).
· Apply before expiry· USD 40 extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Israel -> Timor-Leste · Tourist visa on arrival (VOA)
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date
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 in cash for the visa fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCompleted arrival/disembarkation card
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
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredArriving by air (Dili airport) or sea, not a land border
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalVisa Application Authorization in advance if crossing by land
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedTravel insurance covering your trip
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.
ConditionalArrival, health, or customs declaration
Submit before departure or on arrival through the destination's official system when required
Follow the airline and official arrival-system instructions in force at departure.
Official sourcesImmigration Service of Timor-Leste - Tourist VisaTimor-Leste Customs Authority - Obtaining a VisaWikipedia - Visa policy of Timor-Leste
Application link included: Immigration Service of Timor-Leste - Tourist Visa
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on arrival (tourist)USD 30Single entry, 30-day stay; cash only at the counter
Visa extensionUSD 40Optional; extends stay once for a further 30 days, apply before expiry
Visa Application Authorization (land entry)USD 30Only if entering overland; obtained in advance, not on arrival
Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 70incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival at Dili airport/seaport
Issued on the spot at immigration
Pay USD 30 in cash, submit arrival card and passport, receive the visa sticker. Best option for air/sea travelers.
Visa Application Authorization (advance)
Several business days before travel
Required for overland entry from Indonesia; applied for through the Immigration Service before arriving at the land border.
Visa from a Timor-Leste diplomatic mission
Varies by mission
Optional pre-arrival application at an embassy/consulate if you prefer to secure the visa before departure.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Israel is not on the visa-exempt list
Only a few nationalities (e.g., Portugal, United States) are visa-exempt for tourism; Israeli citizens are not, so a visa is required.
High
/02
VOA available for air and sea arrivals
Israelis fall under the 'all other countries' category eligible to obtain the visa on arrival at Dili airport or seaport.
High
/03
Land borders do not offer visa on arrival
Travelers entering overland from Indonesia must arrange a Visa Application Authorization beforehand, a common point of confusion.
Medium
/04
Cash-only fee can catch travelers out
The USD 30 fee must be paid in cash and money facilities may be unavailable at the entry point.
Medium
/05
Single entry only
The VOA does not allow re-entry; a new visa is needed if you leave and return.
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
Israel to Timor-Leste route verified
Confirmed via the Timor-Leste Immigration Service and Customs Authority that Israeli ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt but qualify for a USD 30, 30-day single-entry tourist visa on arrival at Dili airport/seaport, extendable once.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Israeli citizens get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste?—
Yes. Israeli ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt but can obtain a tourist visa on arrival when entering by air at Dili International Airport or by sea at the Dili port. The fee is USD 30 for a 30-day single-entry stay.
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