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Benin embassy & consulates in Timor-Leste

Visa on arrival · 30 days$2,000/moSOS 112Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

Benin has no resident embassy or consulate in Timor-Leste on record. Timor-Leste is covered by the Benin mission in Japan (Tokyo).

Entry rules for Benin passport holders → Timor-Leste:Visa on arrival· 30 days
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Timor-Leste is covered by the Benin mission in Tokyo, Japan.

Entry rules for Benin passport holders

Timor-LesteVisa on arrival· 30 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: Benin → Timor-Leste

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 30 days without a visa.
  • Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Consular legalisation required
Benin → Timor-Leste
Driving licence abroad
No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.
Benin → Timor-Leste

Applying for a visa? Timor-Leste missions in Benin

No Timor-Leste mission in Benin on record.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Benin in Timor-Leste?

No. Benin has no resident embassy or consulate in Timor-Leste on record. Timor-Leste is covered by the Benin mission in Japan (Tokyo).

Do Benin citizens need a visa for Timor-Leste?

Visa on arrival (30 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Timor-Leste?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the Benin embassy or consulate in Timor-Leste for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.