Republic of the Congo
Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste visa for citizens of the Republic of the Congo
Entry requirement
Timor-Leste issues citizens of the Republic of the Congo a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Timor-Leste visa?
Tourist Visa (on arrival or from an embassy)
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- 30 days, extendable once by 30 days
- Fee
- US$30
- Processing time
- Issued at the border on arrival; extensions up to 15 days
All visa types for Timor-Leste
For the tourist visa, Timor-Leste’s official sources give a standard fee of US$30. Processing time, as Timor-Leste states it: Issued at the border on arrival; extensions up to 15 days. Longest stay on the tourist visa: 30 days, extendable once by 30 days.
Citizens of Timor-Leste travelling to the Republic of the Congo
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Travel advice for Timor-Leste
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo planning a trip to Timor-Leste can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Timor-Leste at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 20 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Timor-Leste (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Timor-Leste (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long citizens of the Republic of the Congo can stay in Timor-Leste
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo may stay in Timor-Leste for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Timor-Leste.
How citizens of the Republic of the Congo apply
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo receive the visa for Timor-Leste at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Citizens of Timor-Leste travelling to the Republic of the Congo
Citizens of Timor-Leste must obtain a visa before travelling to the Republic of the Congo.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for Timor-Leste?
Timor-Leste issues citizens of the Republic of the Congo a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
How long can citizens of the Republic of the Congo stay in Timor-Leste?
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo can stay in Timor-Leste for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Timor-Leste tourist visa cost?
Timor-Leste’s official sources give a standard fee of US$30 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Issued at the border on arrival; extensions up to 15 days.
Do citizens of Timor-Leste need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?
Citizens of Timor-Leste must obtain a visa before travelling to the Republic of the Congo.
Can citizens of the Republic of the Congo enter Timor-Leste visa-free?
No; citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.