Timorese visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for New Zealand 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 New Zealand citizens to enter Timor-Leste for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Timor-Leste e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Timor-Leste visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Eligible | |
Timor-Leste tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand 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 New Zealand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Timor-Leste nearest your place of residence.
- Canberra: The Embassy of in Canberra, ~ 2330.92 kilometers (1448.37 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 minutes).
- Melbourne: The Consulate General of in Melbourne, ~ 2582.49 kilometers (1604.68 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 minutes).
Timor-Leste visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Timor-Leste diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Timor-Leste from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,067 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,004 | -5.90% |
| 2010 | 1,099 | 9.46% |
| 2011 | 711 | -35.30% |
| 2012 | 815 | 14.63% |
| 2013 | 737 | -9.57% |
| 2014 | 896 | 21.57% |
| 2015 | 1,057 | 17.97% |
| 2016 | 1,035 | -2.08% |
| 2017 | 1,004 | -3.00% |
| 2018 | 1,109 | 10.46% |
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 & New Zealand comparison
Timor-Leste's area is approximately 14,870 km2 (5,741 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 17.71 times bigger than Timor-Leste.
As of October 2025, Timor-Leste's population is ~1.4 million people - 3,572,292 fewer people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Timor-Leste & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Timor-Leste | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,447,652 | 5,019,944 | 3.6 million fewer people live in Timor-Leste than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 10 | 72 | Timor-Leste has 62 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 68 | 135 | Timor-Leste passport holders visit 67 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 15 | 115 | Timorese hosts 100 fewer foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Timor-Leste in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Timor-Leste in 2018 was approximately 1,109.
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