Timor-Leste
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 1.42 million people live in Timor-Leste, on 14,919 km². The capital is Dili.
- Capital
- Dili
- Population
- 1,418,517
- Area
- 14,919 km²
- Official languages
- Portuguese and Tetum
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Timor-Leste?
Sockets take plug type C/E/F/I, at 220 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Timor-Leste?
Call 112 for the police, 110 for an ambulance and 115 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Timor-Leste?
Round up, or leave small change.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Timor-Leste?
Traffic drives on the left, so look right first when you cross the street.
What currency is used in Timor-Leste?
Prices are in US Dollar (USD).
What language do they speak in Timor-Leste?
Official languages: Portuguese and Tetum.
How do I call a number in Timor-Leste from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +670.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
