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Do Timor-Leste citizens need a visa for Vietnam?

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Timor-Leste citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Vietnam — applied for online before departure.

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Timor-Leste vs Vietnam: passport comparison

Timor-Leste

56

visa-free countries

Global rank: #96 · mobility 113.5

Vietnam

24

visa-free countries

Global rank: #153 · mobility 80.7
11

countries both Timor-Leste and Vietnam can enter visa-free together

Timor-Leste + Vietnam: passport compatibility

63%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Timor-Leste and Vietnam travel together — by entry type:

11 both visa-free
22 both visa on arrival
41 both e-visa / eTA
51 both need a visa
72 access differs

Where Timor-Leste and Vietnam can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

✓ Both visa-free (11)

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How the entry rule changed: Timor-Leste → Vietnam

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Timor-Leste → Vietnam rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

12passports gained easier entry to Vietnam
0passports saw Vietnam tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Timor-Leste passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Vietnam: good to know

Hanoi

Capital

Vietnamese Dong (VND)

Currency

Indochina Time (UTC+7)

Time zone

+84

Calling code

A, C, F

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Timor-Leste goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Vietnam

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Timor-Leste citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Timor-Leste citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Vietnam — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Timor-Leste or Vietnam?
The Timor-Leste passport is stronger: 56 visa-free countries versus 24. Global rank: Timor-Leste #96, Vietnam #153.
Where can Timor-Leste and Vietnam citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 11 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Vietnam?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Timor-Leste and Vietnam?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Timor-Leste passport ranking

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