Timor-Leste to China: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇹🇱 Timor-Leste 🇨🇳 China
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

Timor-Leste citizens must obtain a visa before entering China. Apply in advance at the China embassy or consulate in Timor-Leste. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the China embassy application. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~38, NYC=100).

Timor-Leste Passport Strength

55 Visa-free
27 Visa on arrival
55 e-Visa
62 Visa required

Entry Details — China

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — China
38.4
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — China
45%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$960/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Asia Destinations — Timor-Leste Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

China and Timor-Leste have a broadly similar cost of living (index 38 vs 42, NYC=100).
China cost of living guide →
Tax rates in China — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Timor-Leste citizens need a visa to visit China?+

Timor-Leste passport holders currently have Visa Required access to China. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can Timor-Leste passport holders stay in China?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the China embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for China?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in China?+

The cost of living index for China is 38.4 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for China.

What documents are required for Timor-Leste citizens to enter China?+

A valid Timor-Leste passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.