Timor-Leste PassportVisa-Free Countries & Travel Power 2026
Ranked #99 of 199 passports worldwide
- Visa-free
- 43
- Visa on arrival
- 21
- eTA / e-Visa
- 43
- Total reach
- 107
The Timor-Leste passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 107 countries as of 2026, making it a passport with moderate global reach. Timor-Leste passport holders can enter 43 destinations completely visa-free, 21 countries offer visa on arrival, and 43 destinations are accessible via electronic travel authorisation (eTA or e-Visa).
All data is sourced directly from official government publications - foreign ministry visa policy pages, border authority portals, and published bilateral agreements. Timor-Leste citizens can also explore 22 citizenship by investment programs and 381 golden visa / residency by investment programs to obtain a second passport or residence permit.
Visa-Free Destinations for Timor-Leste Passport Holders (43)
Enter with just your Timor-Leste passport - no visa application, no fee, no advance paperwork required.
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Visa on Arrival Countries for Timor-Leste Passport (21)
Receive your visa stamp at the airport on arrival - no embassy visit required.
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eTA & e-Visa Destinations for Timor-Leste Passport Holders (43)
Apply online before you travel - an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) or e-Visa is granted digitally, with no embassy visit required.
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Citizenship by Investment Programs Available to Timor-Leste Citizens (22)
As a Timor-Leste passport holder you can apply for citizenship by investment in 22 countries - gaining a second passport that may significantly increase your global travel access and provide additional rights to live, work, and do business abroad.
From USD 230,000 · Not stated verbatim on cip.gov.ag fetched pages
From - · 30 business days (from receipt of Agency report by the National Directorate of Migration)
From - · Not specified on official source. Council of Ministers meets twice yearly to decide applications.
From USD 75,000 · varies
From USD 1,000,000 · Not specified officially; applications require approval from Ministry of Interior and final grant by Royal Decree.
From USD 200,000 · 3 to 4 months from application submission to approval in principle
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From USD 250,000 · 3 to 6 months
From USD 1,000,000 · Approximately 6 weeks (as stated on official world.adoptingelsalvador.gob.sv)
From EUR 3,000,000 · 3 to 6 months
From USD 235,000 · 3-4 months
From JOD 3,000,000 · Not stated on official page
From USD 500,000 · Ministry of Justice reviews within 5 business days of receipt, then evaluates for 30 days before forwarding to government for further review. Applications submitted to Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Lao consulate/embassy abroad.
From USD 500,000 · varies
From USD 90,000 · Three to four months from date of application submission
From EUR 200,000 · 5–10 months (officially stated as ~5 months; industry sources estimate 8–10 months)
From USD 250,000 · 160-180 days from submission to approval in principle
From USD 240,000 · Approximately 90 days from acceptance of application for processing
From WST 4,000,000 · Minimum 3-year timeline: begins with temporary resident permit, progresses to permanent resident permit (with minimum 15 days per year physical presence requirement), then citizenship eligibility after 3 years.
From USD 90,000 · 1.5–3 months to decision (official CIP site states 'approvals in as little as two months'); post-approval passport issuance approximately 3 months
From USD 400,000 · Not specified on official page; decision rests with the President of the Republic of Turkey
From USD 130,000 · Not specified on official pages; 3 months allowed to complete oath and pay fees after Commission approval (with possible 2-month extension upon written request).
Timor-Leste Passport FAQ
How many countries can Timor-Leste passport holders visit without a visa in 2026?
Timor-Leste passport holders can visit 43 countries completely visa-free in 2026. An additional 21 countries offer visa on arrival and 43 destinations are accessible with an eTA or e-Visa - bringing the total to 107 destinations accessible without a pre-arranged embassy visa.
What is the Timor-Leste passport ranking in 2026?
The Timor-Leste passport ranks #99 out of 199 passports globally in 2026, based on the number of accessible destinations (107 countries).
Do Timor-Leste passport holders need a visa to travel to Europe?
Timor-Leste passport holders can travel to many EU/Schengen countries visa-free. Check the full list above for specific destinations and maximum stay durations.
Can Timor-Leste citizens get a second citizenship through investment?
Yes. Timor-Leste citizens can apply for 22 citizenship by investment (CBI) programs including those in the Caribbean (St Kitts, Dominica, Grenada), Malta, Turkey, and others. These programs grant a second passport in exchange for a qualifying investment, typically starting from $100,000–$200,000.
Which countries can Timor-Leste passport holders visit on arrival?
21 countries offer visa on arrival to Timor-Leste passport holders. Top destinations include: Burundi, Bahrain, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, and 16 more.