Vietnam visa On Arrival for Timor-Leste citizens

Timor-Leste Citizens are REQUIRED to get a valid visa to enter Vietnam as a tourist or businessman, no matter how long they are staying in the country.

There are 3 ways to apply for a Vietnam Visa for Timor-Leste citizens: Apply Vietnam E-Visa, apply for Visa on Arrival or apply Visa at Vietnamese Embassy.

1. Applying Vietnam Visa at Vietnam Embassy

There is no Vietnam Embassy or Consulate in Timor-Leste.

For those who want to apply for the Vietnam Visa at the Vietnam Embassy, can come to and apply at the neighboring countries, such as: Indonesia,… or your living country other than Timor-Leste.

Applicants can submit documents in person at the specific Vietnam Embassy or apply by mail to the Embassy.

2. Applying Vietnam Electronic Visa online (Vietnam E-Visa)

From August 15th, 2023, Vietnam grants E-Visa for citizens from all countries and territories. Timor-Leste passport holders can apply for the E-Visa to enter Vietnam for up to 90 days through an E-Visa online system. 

3. Applying Vietnam Visa online (Vietnam Visa on arrival)

For those who live far from the Vietnam Embassy and do not wish to send away their passport, a Vietnam visa on arrival is a good choice. Instead of getting a visa directly at the Vietnam Embassy, you will end up picking up your visa at one of Vietnam International Airports.

How to apply for a Tourist Vietnam visa on arrival?

Applying for a Tourist Visa on arrival to Vietnam requires to get a Visa approval letter in advance through a travel agent or to book a tour to Vietnam.

The process of Getting Visa on arrival: 

  • Step 1. Complete the Vietnam visa online application form
  • Step 2: Make payment of service fee online
  • Step 3: Get the approval letter via email
  • Step 4. Get visa stamped upon arrival at Vietnam airport

Read more: [How to apply for a Tourist Visa on arrival to Vietnam ?]

Required document:

You only need to provide a Passport data page image to get the Visa approval letter.

And prepare 2 passport-sized portrait photos to bring to Vietnam to get a Visa stamp upon arrival.

How long Timor-Leste passport holders can stay in Vietnam with a tourist Visa on arrival?

It can be valid for up to 30 days with single or multiple-entry.

Fee: 

 Vietnam Visa on arrival fee for Timor-Leste passport holders varies depending on the agency, and the processing time you choose. It typically ranges from US$79 to US$200.  Applicants can be charged additional fees if they want to get the Vietnam Visa approval letter in a rush. 

How to apply for a Business Vietnam visa on arrival?

Only eligible for Timor-Leste passport holders who will enter Vietnam for business working with a company in Vietnam and already have a valid sponsor company in Vietnam.

The process of Getting Business Visa on arrival (DN visa): 

  • Step 1. Complete the Vietnam visa online
  • Step 2: Make payment of service fee online
  • Step 3: Send all required documents and submit to Government website by Sponsor company
  • Step 4: Get the approval letter via email
  • Step 5. Get visa stamped upon arrival at a Vietnam airport

Read more: [How to apply for a Business Visa on arrival to Vietnam ?] 

Required documents:

  • Sponsor company’s token USB
  • Notarized business license copy
  • Passport scan with company stamp
  • The staff of your company in Vietnam who has contract with this company/organization will present at the Vietnam Immigration office (if required)

How long Timor-Leste passport holders can stay in Vietnam with a Business Visa on arrival?

You can stay in Vietnam for up to 90 days with single or multiple-entry.

Additional Note:

In addition to a valid visa for Vietnam, travelers with Timor-Leste passports should meet the following Vietnam entry requirements:

  • Timor-Leste passport should be valid for at least 6 month following arrival date in Vietnam;
  • Timor-Leste passport has at least 2 blank pages.