Timor-Leste entrepreneur visa (Business Class II)

You must be a genuine business person who intends to establish yourself in Timor-Leste to pursue business activities as a member or administrator of a commercial company registered or to be registered there, hold a relevant position in that company, and remain or intend to remain in the country for more than 183 days a year. Good health and character and compliance with earlier visas are also required.

In addition to the standard visa documents, Class II applicants submit a copy of the commercial registration, the authorisation to engage in economic activity, the company tax payment certificate, a medical certificate confirming good health, and a criminal record from the country of origin and from any country where they have lived for more than one year. Copies presented with originals are certified free of charge by the immigration officer.

The visa is first granted for six months and can be extended up to two years on proof that the business is registered, operating and complying with its corporate legal obligations. Each extension costs USD 150. Apply at least 15 days before expiry so that the validity of the current visa is suspended during processing.

Relatives dependent on a Class II business visa holder can apply for a Temporary Stay Visa, valid for the same period as your visa; they may not work. Business people who want to settle permanently can apply for a Visa to Establish Residence and then a Temporary Resident Permit, which for business persons requires a tax identification number, tax clearance and the recommendation letter (parecer). Foreigners who have entered and stayed legally for five years on work, business or temporary stay visas may apply for a Temporary Resident Permit without first holding a residence visa.