Timorese visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. 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 U.S. citizens to enter Timor-Leste for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Timor-Leste e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Timor-Leste visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
Timor-Leste tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Timor-Leste nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Timor-Leste in Washington, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 36 minutes)
Timor-Leste visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Timor-Leste diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Timor-Leste from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,649 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,699 | 3.03% |
| 2010 | 1,632 | -3.94% |
| 2011 | 2,207 | 35.23% |
| 2012 | 2,211 | 0.18% |
| 2013 | 2,130 | -3.66% |
| 2014 | 1,666 | -21.78% |
| 2015 | 1,732 | 3.96% |
| 2016 | 1,699 | -1.91% |
| 2017 | 1,715 | 0.94% |
| 2018 | 1,682 | -1.92% |
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 & United States comparison
Timor-Leste's area is approximately 14,870 km2 (5,741 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 615.16 times bigger than Timor-Leste.
As of October 2025, Timor-Leste's population is ~1.4 million people - 339,319,577 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Timor-Leste & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Timor-Leste | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,447,652 | 340,767,229 | 339.3 million fewer people live in Timor-Leste than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 10 | 273 | Timor-Leste has 263 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 68 | 134 | Timor-Leste passport holders visit 66 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 15 | 1147 | Timorese hosts 1132 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Timor-Leste in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Timor-Leste in 2018 was approximately 1,682.
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