Timor-Leste•Asia1 week
$50 USD
Varies by filing options
3 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
The Visa Application Authorization (VAA) is a mandatory pre-entry document for foreign nationals who are not visa-exempt and intend to enter Timor-Leste via land borders or specific seaports. It is not a visa itself, but a pre-approved authorization that allows you to obtain your visa upon arrival at the border.
The Visa Application Authorization (VAA) is a critical pre-entry requirement for non-exempt foreign nationals entering Timor-Leste through land or specific sea borders. It serves as a pre-approval mechanism that facilitates the issuance of a visa upon arrival. Applicants must ensure they have sufficient cash in USD, as border facilities lack electronic payment infrastructure.
| Initial grant | 3 months |
| Extension increments | 3 months |
Must not be a citizen of a visa-exempt country
Must be entering via a land border or specific seaport
Intention of a genuine visit (tourist or business)
Sufficient funds (USD 100 per entry + USD 50 per day of stay)
Confirmed accommodation arrangements
Return or onward ticket/evidence of departure
Completed Visa Application Form
Scan of passport bio-page (valid for at least 6 months)
Scan of departure ticket or evidence of travel arrangements
Evidence of sufficient funds (e.g., bank statement)
Sponsorship Form (if sponsored)
Copy of sponsor's passport/residency permit or National Electoral card
| Visa Application Form | Fill online |
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