The visa on arrival allows a single entry for up to 30 days. It can be extended once in-country for another 30 days (USD 40).

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Mexico to Timor-Leste visa requirements

Q: How much does the visa on arrival cost?

USD 30, payable in US dollars cash only. Carry exact cash, as ATMs and exchange may be unavailable at entry.

Q: Is the visa on arrival available at land borders?

Generally no for most foreigners. Land entry from Indonesia usually requires a pre-approved Visa Application Authorization, so arriving by air or sea into Dili is recommended.

Q: What documents do I need at the airport?

A passport valid 6+ months with a blank page, USD 30 cash, an onward/return ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds.

Q: Can I apply for the visa before I travel?

Yes. You can apply in advance at a Timor-Leste diplomatic mission, which is useful if you prefer certainty or plan to enter by land.

Mexican ordinary passport holders need a visa for Timor-Leste, but can get a Tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA) at Dili's Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport or the Dili Sea Port for USD 30 (cash). It allows a 30-day, single-entry stay, extendable once. Timor-Leste (East Timor) does not grant visa-free entry to Mexican citizens. However, travelers arriving by air or sea at Dili can obtain a Tourist Visa on Arrival valid for a single entry of up to 30 days. The fee is USD 30, payable in cash only (USD), and the visa can be extended once for an additional 30 days by applying in-country (extension fee USD 40), ideally at least 15 days before expiry. Requirements include a passport valid for at least 6 months with a blank page, proof of onward/return travel, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds. Note that land border crossings (e.g. from Indonesian West Timor) generally require a pre-approved Visa Application Authorization rather than a true visa on arrival, so air arrival into Dili is the simplest route. Only a limited set of nationalities (notably Portuguese and US nationals) are visa-exempt; Mexico is not among them. Mexicans may alternatively apply for a visa in advance at a Timor-Leste diplomatic mission.

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 (Class I tourist visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 30 (cash, USD only)

consular fee only

Processing time

Issued on arrival (same day, at the immigration counter)

standard track

Validity

30 days from entry; extendable once for a further 30 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you are arriving by air or sea into Dili

The visa on arrival is reliably available at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (DIL) and the Dili Sea Port. Land borders from Indonesia generally require a pre-approved Visa Application Authorization instead, so plan to fly or arrive by sea into Dili.

· Air/Sea entry

/02

Check passport validity and blank pages

Ensure your Mexican ordinary 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

Carry proof of onward or return travel, confirmation of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.

· Onward ticket· Accommodation proof

/04

Bring USD 30 in cash

The visa fee must be paid in US dollars in cash at the immigration counter. ATMs and currency exchange may be unavailable at the point of entry, so bring exact cash beforehand.

· USD cash only

/05

Complete the arrival card and apply at immigration

On landing, fill out the arrival/disembarkation card and present your passport and documents at the visa-on-arrival counter to receive your 30-day tourist visa.

· Arrival card

/06

Extend in-country if needed

If you wish to stay longer than 30 days, apply for a one-time 30-day extension (fee USD 40) at the Immigration Service in Dili, ideally at least 15 days before your visa expires.

· Extension USD 40

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

14 items

Personalized checklist

Mexico -> Timor-Leste · Tourist Visa on Arrival (Class I tourist visa)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredMexican ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival

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 (US dollars) for the visa fee

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 (hotel booking / host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay

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

required

RequiredCompleted arrival/disembarkation card

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

required

RecommendedArrival by air (Dili airport) or sea (Dili Sea Port)

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

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip

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

recommended

OptionalExtension application 15+ days before expiry (if extending)

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

optional

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 Visa Timor-Leste Customs Authority - Obtaining a Visa Wikipedia - 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

Tourist visa on arrivalUSD 30Single entry, 30-day stay; cash in US dollars only

Visa extension (in-country)USD 40One extension for a further 30 days, applied for at Immigration in Dili

Transit visaUSD 20Optional alternative for stays under 3 days

Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 70incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival at Dili airport/seaport

Same day (issued at the counter on arrival)

Pay USD 30 cash and present documents at immigration; the standard route for tourists arriving by air or sea.

Visa at a Timor-Leste diplomatic mission

Several business days to a few weeks

Apply in advance at a Timor-Leste embassy/consulate; useful if you prefer a visa before travel or are entering by land.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Mexico is not on the visa-exempt list

Only a small set of nationalities (notably Portuguese and US nationals) enter visa-free; Mexico is not included, so a visa is required.

High

/02

Visa on arrival is available for air/sea arrivals

Mexican travelers can obtain the tourist visa directly at Dili airport or seaport without applying in advance.

High

/03

Cash-only USD fee

The USD 30 fee must be paid in US dollars cash; card payment and on-site exchange may not be available.

Medium

/04

Land borders are different

Crossing by land from Indonesia generally needs a pre-approved Visa Application Authorization, not a simple visa on arrival.

Medium

/05

Single-entry limitation

The visa permits only one entry; leaving and re-entering requires a new visa (except Oecussi enclave travel).

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

Mexico to Timor-Leste route verified

Confirmed via Timor-Leste Immigration Service, Customs Authority, and Wikipedia visa policy that Mexican ordinary passport holders receive a USD 30, 30-day single-entry tourist visa on arrival at Dili airport/seaport.

/09 — The questions