Check with the office. The official pages for this service leave out some details, or are older than a year. Use this page as a starting point and confirm fees and documents before you apply.
Short visa for foreigners passing through Timor-Leste to another country, allowing up to 72 hours. Normally obtained on arrival, but can be requested at an embassy or consulate abroad.
Where to apply in Australia
On arrival in Timor-Leste; advance applications at a Timor-Leste embassy or consulate (Embassy Deakin ACT; Consulates-General Sydney NSW and Darwin NT; honorary consulates Brisbane, Adelaide, Hobart). Which Australian posts accept them is not stated.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Timor-Leste.
How to apply
On arrival at border posts with no form | or lodge a signed form, 3x4 cm photo and proof of funds, accommodation, onward ticket and purpose at an embassy or consulate | people previously refused or with unpaid fines must obtain it beforehand
Applications are handled through Migration Service of Timor-Leste, https://migracao.gov.tl.
Documents you need
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Intent to leave within 72 hours
- Proof of funds (US$100 per entry plus US$50 per day, or sponsor)
- Arrival declaration
- Form, photo and supporting proof if applying abroad
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: US$20 (cash)
Processing time: Page mentions up to 15 days under extensions; unclear for new applications.
Good to know
Single entry, no work or study. Embassy and consulate sites for citizen services (passports, civil registry) were not found on official domains; mnec.gov.tl and migracao.gov.tl pages read give no Australia-specific citizen procedures.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Timor-Leste's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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