Timor-Leste
China
China visa for citizens of Timor-Leste
Entry requirement
China requires citizens of Timor-Leste to hold a visa issued in advance.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- China visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at tl.china-embassy.gov.cn
Which China visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry)
- Processing time
- Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply
China’s official site for the tourist visa is consular.mfa.gov.cn. Processing time, as China states it: Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry).
Chinese missions in Timor-Leste
China has 1 mission in Timor-Leste, with its embassy in Dili.
Chinese citizens travelling to Timor-Leste
ChinaTimor-Leste Visa on arrival Timor-Leste visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- 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.
Before travelling from Timor-Leste to China, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of Timor-Leste can stay in China
How long citizens of Timor-Leste may stay in China is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of Timor-Leste apply
In Timor-Leste, applications go to the Chinese embassy in Dili, or to a visa centre acting for China; fees, documents and processing times are published by China.
China’s neighbours for citizens of Timor-Leste
Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Myanmar, North Korea and Russia require citizens of Timor-Leste to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Timor-Leste
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Timor-Leste need a visa for China?
China requires citizens of Timor-Leste to hold a visa issued in advance.
Where is the Chinese embassy in Timor-Leste?
The Chinese embassy in Timor-Leste is in Dili.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Timor-Leste?
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Can citizens of Timor-Leste enter China visa-free?
No; citizens of Timor-Leste need a visa for China obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.