Timor-Leste to Indonesia: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇹🇱 Timor-Leste → 🇮🇩 Indonesia
Visa Free

Up to 30 days without a visa.

Timor-Leste citizens can enter Indonesia without a visa for up to 30 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Cost of living in Indonesia is about 16% lower than in Timor-Leste (index 26 vs 42, NYC=100) — making it an attractive destination for longer stays.

Timor-Leste Passport Strength

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

Entry Details — Indonesia

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
30 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Indonesia
26.1
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Indonesia
35%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$652/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Asia Destinations — Timor-Leste Passport

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Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Indonesia is approximately 16% cheaper than Timor-Leste (index 26 vs 42, NYC=100). This makes it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking value.
Indonesia cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Indonesia — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Timor-Leste passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Indonesia. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

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

The authorised stay for Timor-Leste citizens in Indonesia is 30 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Indonesia?+

Bali — Second Home Visa actif depuis 2022. Second Home Visa — Frais : $350. Durée : 5 ou 10 ans. Dépôt $130 000 sur compte bancaire indonésien ou propriété équivalente. Investor KITAS — Frais : IDR 50M+. Durée : 2 ans renouvelable. Investissement dans société PT PMA. Capital minimum $100 000. Social Visa B211 — 60 jours, extensible 4× (max 6 mois). Tolérance pour revenus étrangers.

What is the cost of living in Indonesia?+

The cost of living index for Indonesia is 26.1 (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 Indonesia.

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

A valid Timor-Leste passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

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.