Brunei Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
59
Visa on arrival
5
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
64
Visa required in advance
134

Brunei's visa policy is selectively open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free or visa on arrival, you will need to apply for a Brunei tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Brunei Visa-Free (59)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Brunei without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Brunei (5)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Brunei border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

Fees

Brunei Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Visa on Arrival - single entry (Category C nationalities)

    typically up to 30 days stayofficial sourcemfa.gov.bn ↗

    BND 20 (~$15)

  • Visa on Arrival - multiple entry (Category C nationalities)

    typically up to 30 days stayofficial sourcemfa.gov.bn ↗

    BND 30 (~$23)

  • Embassy-issued visit visa - single entry (Brunei Embassy, Washington DC)

    valid for up to 3 monthsofficial sourcemfa.gov.bn ↗

    USD 20

  • Embassy-issued visit visa - multiple entry (Brunei Embassy, Washington DC)

    valid for up to 3 monthsofficial sourcemfa.gov.bn ↗

    USD 30

  • Business/professional visit visa (Brunei High Commission, New Delhi)

    official sourcemfa.gov.bn ↗

    INR 1,000 (~$10)

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Transit

Brunei Transit Visa

Brunei publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

Issued to any person who is in transit and en route to a third country via Brunei Darussalam.

up to 3 dayson arrival

Maximum stay 72 hours (3 days), per the official MFA Types of Visa page. Transit visas are only issued at Brunei International Airport (granted at the point of transit). Terms and conditions apply.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Brunei Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Brunei?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Brunei visa-free or with a visa on arrival. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Brunei tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Brunei without a visa?

59 countries can visit Brunei without a visa in 2026, including: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Brunei.

How do I apply for a Brunei tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Brunei, you typically need to apply at a Brunei embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Brunei without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Brunei varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Brunei Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Brunei visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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