Embassies in Timor-Leste
Foreign embassies and consulates in Timor-Leste, plus Timor-Leste's own diplomatic missions abroad — with contact details, office hours and visa guidance for each.
Timor-Leste at a glance
Diplomatic Overview
Timor-Leste hosts 16 foreign embassies and diplomatic missions, most of them in Dili, representing countries from 5 continents. Timor-Leste also maintains 10 embassies and consulates in 9 countries worldwide, spanning 4 continents.
Embassies and Consulates in Timor-Leste: An Overview
Timor-Leste is host to 16 foreign diplomatic missions sent by 16 countries. As in most countries, the diplomatic community is centred on the capital, Dili, where 16 of these missions are based.
Which type of mission should you contact?
Not every mission offers the same services. The list below includes 14 embassys and 2 honorary consulates. An embassy is the main mission and normally sits in the capital; a consulate general or consulate handles visas and passport work for its own region; an honorary consulate offers limited help and usually cannot issue visas. If you are unsure which one to approach, our guide to embassies and consulates explains the difference in plain language. Read the guide →
Timor-Leste's own missions abroad
Timor-Leste maintains its own network of 10 embassies and consulates in 9 countries across 4 continents. If you are a Timor-Leste citizen travelling or living overseas, these are the offices that renew your passport, register a birth abroad and assist in an emergency.
What you will find on each listing
Every listing on this page links to a full profile with the street address, telephone number, email, official website, a map and live opening hours converted to Timor-Leste local time. Contact details change without notice, so always confirm on the mission's official website before travelling to an appointment.
Foreign Embassies in Timor-Leste
16 diplomatic missions located in Timor-Leste, most in Dili. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and visa services.
Embassy of Australia Dili 
Embassy of Brazil Dili 
Embassy of Brunei Dili 
Embassy of Canada Dili 
Embassy of China Dili 
Embassy of Cuba Dili 
Embassy of Indonesia Dili 
Embassy of Japan Dili 
Embassy of Malaysia Dili 
Honorary Consulate of Mexico Dili 
Embassy of New Zealand Dili 
Embassy of Philippines Dili 
Honorary Consulate of Poland Dili 
Embassy of Portugal Dili 
Embassy of Thailand Dili 
Embassy of United States Dili Timor-Leste Embassies & Consulates Abroad
Timor-Leste operates 10 diplomatic missions in 9 countries across 4 continents. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and services offered.
Timor-Leste Embassy in Canberra Australia Timor-Leste Consulate General in Melbourne Australia Timor-Leste Embassy in Brussels Belgium Timor-Leste Embassy in Beijing China Timor-Leste Embassy in Jakarta Indonesia Timor-Leste Embassy in Tokyo Japan Timor-Leste Embassy in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Timor-Leste Consulate General in Manila Philippines Timor-Leste Embassy in Lisbon Portugal Timor-Leste Embassy in Washington United States Visiting Timor-Leste — visa basics
Short visits
Entry rules for Timor-Leste depend on your nationality — many travelers need a visa or electronic authorization, while some enter visa-free for short stays. Check with the nearest Timor-Leste mission listed above.
Applying for a visa
Applications are handled by Timor-Leste's embassies and consulates abroad, or through authorized visa centers. Book an appointment and confirm required documents before you apply.
Longer stays & work
Work, study and family visas usually require sponsorship or admission first and take longer to process. Start with the official immigration portal of Timor-Leste.
Always confirm current requirements with the nearest Timor-Leste embassy before travel. (Replace this section with your hand-written visa guide for Timor-Leste.)
Frequently asked questions
How many embassies are there in Timor-Leste?
Timor-Leste hosts 16 foreign diplomatic missions — embassies, consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates. The full list above is searchable by country.
Where are most embassies located in Timor-Leste?
Most missions are concentrated in Dili (16 missions), typically near government ministries and the diplomatic quarter.
Does Timor-Leste have embassies in other countries?
Yes — Timor-Leste operates 10 diplomatic missions abroad, each listed above with full contact details.
How do I contact my country's embassy in Timor-Leste?
Select your country from the list above to open its embassy page, where you'll find phone, email, address, a map and current office hours. For emergencies, use the 24-hour consular line on the official website.