Timor Leste Travel Guide
Did you know?
The population of Timor Leste is around 1.32 mil., which puts the country in 155. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).
How far is it?
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The distance between Dili (TL) and Washington D.C. (US) is 9915 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Timor Leste
| Miles | Dili | Suai | Liquiçá | Baucau | Tutuala | Maliana | Ermera | Atauro Island |
| Dili | - | 57 | 16 | 60 | 116 | 39 | 18 | 22 |
| Suai | 57 | - | 50 | 100 | 150 | 23 | 40 | 78 |
| Liquiçá | 16 | 50 | - | 76 | 132 | 29 | 12 | 29 |
| Baucau | 60 | 100 | 76 | - | 55 | 92 | 75 | 62 |
| Tutuala | 116 | 150 | 132 | 55 | - | 145 | 129 | 115 |
| Maliana | 39 | 23 | 29 | 92 | 145 | - | 20 | 57 |
| Ermera | 18 | 40 | 12 | 75 | 129 | 20 | - | 38 |
| Atauro Island | 22 | 78 | 29 | 62 | 115 | 57 | 38 | - |
Practical Information for Travelers
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Timor Leste.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Eat and drink safely
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Japanese Encephalitis
Japanese encephalitis is an infectious disease caused by arboviruses from the same family of microbes (Flaviviridae) that cause yellow fever or tick-borne encephalitis.The vector of infection is mosquitoes of the genus Culex and Aedes.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Prevent bug bites
Rabies
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Timor Leste for tourism
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).
- Allowed stay: 30 days
- For arrivals by air only
Electricity
220V (50 Hz)
In Timor Leste the standard voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, E, F, I sockets are used.
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Type C
Type E
Type F
Type IFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 155 / 231 Ranking | 1 318 445 Austronesian (Malayo-Polynesian), Papuan |
Area | 160 / 230 Ranking | 5.7 thous. mi² |
Life expectancy | 147 / 196 Ranking | 69.6 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 67.9women 71.4 |
Median age | 21 / 157 Ranking | 19.6 Average age of population expressed in years.men 18.9women 20.2 |
Population growth | 34 / 172 Ranking | 2.19% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 104 / 131 Ranking | 68.1% Ability to read, write and count.men 71.9%women 64.2% |
GDP | 155 / 194 Ranking | 4 140 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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