Tobacco 🚬

200 cigarettes;

100 cigarillos;

75 cigars;

30 grams of cut tobacco; or

A proportional combination of these goods.

Currency 💵

Funds of between US$5000 and US$10,000 must be declared to the customs authorities.

Travellers wishing to import over US$10,000 or its equivalent in foreign currency must obtain prior authorisation from theCentral Bank of Timor-Leste.

Prohibited ⛔

Live ornamental plants for individuals.

Fresh cut flowers.

Restricted ⚠️

Pets are subject to certain import requirements, and require an import permit. For further information, please visitQuarantine Requirements for Timor-Leste.

Fresh fruit and vegetables must be accompanied by an official government phytosanitary certificate from the country of origin stating that the plant has been inspected and is free from pests.

Timber for personal use will be subject to inspection upon arrival, and must be free of plant material, animal residue, seeds, soil, and bark.

All dairy products must originate from pasterurised milk, and be commercially produced and packed.

Fresh fish must be dead, and clearly labelled with the country of origin. Dried fish will be subject to inspection on arrival.

Meat must be fit for human or animal consumption, must be commercially packaged, and must be accompanied by a sanitary certificate from a veterinarian, certifying that the meat is from a single species of animal, and that the meat is free of infectious diseases.

Other rules ℹ️

Goods intended for personal use, such as clothing and toiletries.

Gifts up to a value of US$300.