Timorese visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African 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 South African citizens to enter Timor-Leste for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Timor-Leste e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Timor-Leste visa on arrival for South African citizens | Eligible | |
Timor-Leste tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Timor-Leste nearest your place of residence.
- Lisbon: The Embassy of in Lisbon, ~ 8390.18 kilometers (5213.42 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now).
- Jakarta: The Embassy of in Jakarta, ~ 9072.40 kilometers (5637.33 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 59 minutes).
Timor-Leste visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Timor-Leste diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Timor-Leste from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 299 | N/A |
| 2009 | 365 | 22.07% |
| 2010 | 332 | -9.04% |
| 2011 | 423 | 27.41% |
| 2012 | 481 | 13.71% |
| 2013 | 656 | 36.38% |
| 2014 | 498 | -24.09% |
| 2015 | 515 | 3.41% |
| 2016 | 548 | 6.41% |
| 2017 | 614 | 12.04% |
| 2018 | 623 | 1.47% |
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 & South Africa comparison
Timor-Leste's area is approximately 14,870 km2 (5,741 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 81.58 times bigger than Timor-Leste.
As of October 2025, Timor-Leste's population is ~1.4 million people - 61,656,794 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Timor-Leste & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Timor-Leste | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,447,652 | 63,104,446 | 61.7 million fewer people live in Timor-Leste than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 10 | 124 | Timor-Leste has 114 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 68 | 67 | Timor-Leste passport holders can visit 1 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 15 | 197 | Timorese hosts 182 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Timor-Leste in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Timor-Leste in 2018 was approximately 623.
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