The Timor-Leste Embassy in Japan is an official diplomatic mission of Timor-Leste, located in Tokyo. It provides visa information, Timor-Leste passport services, consular assistance and support for Timor-Leste citizens living in Japan and travelers heading to Timor-Leste.
The Embassy of Timor-Leste in Tokyo represents the government of Timor-Leste in Japan and manages the bilateral relationship between the two countries, covering diplomacy, trade and cultural exchange. As Timor-Leste's principal mission in the country, it works directly with the Japan government and oversees consular services nationwide.
Citizens and residents of Japan traveling to Timor-Leste come here for visa guidance and application requirements. Timor-Leste citizens living in Japan rely on the mission for passport renewals, civil registry matters such as birth and marriage registration, notarial services and emergency assistance.
Apply for a Timor-Leste visa for tourism, study, work, business or transit. The embassy provides visa information and application guidance for citizens and residents of Japan.
Passport renewal and replacement for Timor-Leste citizens abroad, including lost or stolen passports and emergency travel documents.
Consular help for Timor-Leste citizens in distress: accidents, hospitalization, arrest, lost documents or crisis situations in Japan. Emergency contact procedures are published on the official website.
Authentication and certification of official documents for use abroad — powers of attorney, certified copies and signature legalization for papers moving between the Timor-Leste and Japan legal systems.
Registration of life events for Timor-Leste nationals abroad: births, marriages and deaths are entered into the national civil registry so they are recognized at home.
Referrals to local legal resources and lists of lawyers for Timor-Leste citizens involved in legal proceedings in Japan.
Entry requirements for Timor-Leste depend on your nationality, the purpose of your trip and how long you plan to stay. Some travelers enter visa free for short visits while others need a visa or electronic authorization — check the current rules with this embassy or on the official Timor-Leste immigration portal before booking travel.
Work, study and family visas usually require sponsorship or admission first and take longer to process than visitor visas. Typical Timor-Leste visa documents include a valid passport, photos, proof of funds, travel insurance, accommodation details and purpose specific papers. Apply well before travel and book your visa appointment early.
Officers refuse incomplete files more often than weak ones — run through this checklist before your appointment:
Requirements vary by visa type and nationality — the official checklist from the Timor-Leste authorities is always the final word.
The embassy may close on Japan public holidays as well as Timor-Leste national holidays — always confirm before visiting.
Free to call from any phone, 24 hours. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Call + 81 33 238 0210 during office hours, email diplomat01@embtltokyo.jp, or check the official website for contact forms.
The embassy is located at Fujimi 1-Chome, Chiyoda-Ku Tokyo 102-0085 Japan
Contact the embassy or check the official website for the current application procedure — many countries route applications through online portals and visa application centers. Book an appointment before visiting.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality, the purpose of travel and length of stay. Check the current rules with this embassy or on the official Timor-Leste immigration portal before booking travel.
The mission is generally open on weekdays (09:00–12:00–13:30–17:00 on Mondays) and closed on weekends and public holidays of both countries. Check the live status in the office hours panel on this page.
Visa information and applications, passport services for Timor-Leste citizens, document notarization and legalization, civil registry matters, and emergency consular assistance.
Almost always, yes. Most missions require appointments for visa and passport services; walk-in availability is limited to emergencies. Book through the official website.
Call the local emergency number 110 first for immediate danger. For consular help — lost passports, accidents, arrests — contact the mission at + 81 33 238 0210 during office hours or use the emergency line on the official website.