Timorese visa for Malaysian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Malaysian passport holders visiting Timor-Leste for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malaysian citizens to enter Timor-Leste for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Timor-Leste e-visa for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Timor-Leste visa on arrival for Malaysian citizens | Eligible | |
Timor-Leste tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malaysian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Timor-Leste.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Timor-Leste.
If you are looking for Timor-Leste visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Malaysia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Timor-Leste nearest your place of residence.
- Kuala Lumpur: The Embassy of Timor-Leste in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 56 minutes)
Timor-Leste visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Timor-Leste diplomatic mission offices to Malaysia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malaysia traveling to Timor-Leste from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malaysia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,755 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,737 | -1.03% |
| 2010 | 1,810 | 4.20% |
| 2011 | 1,829 | 1.05% |
| 2012 | 1,944 | 6.29% |
| 2013 | 1,455 | -25.15% |
| 2014 | 1,665 | 14.43% |
| 2015 | 1,698 | 1.98% |
| 2016 | 1,631 | -3.95% |
| 2017 | 1,714 | 5.09% |
| 2018 | 1,581 | -7.76% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Timor-Leste & Malaysia comparison
Timor-Leste's area is approximately 14,870 km2 (5,741 sq mi), while the area of Malaysia is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi). This means Malaysia is 22.09 times bigger than Timor-Leste.
As of October 2025, Timor-Leste's population is ~1.4 million people - 33,022,136 fewer people than the population of Malaysia.
We have highlighted Timor-Leste & Malaysia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Timor-Leste | Malaysia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,447,652 | 34,469,788 | 33.0 million fewer people live in Timor-Leste than Malaysia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 10 | 107 | Timor-Leste has 97 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malaysia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 68 | 133 | Timor-Leste passport holders visit 65 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 15 | 126 | Timorese hosts 111 fewer foreign missions than Malaysia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malaysia travel to Timor-Leste in one year?
The number of visitors from Malaysia visiting Timor-Leste in 2018 was approximately 1,581.
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