Timor-Leste
Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste
People: East Timorese
Timor-Leste is located in South-Eastern Asia and has a population of around 1.4 million. Its capital city is Dili, and the most widely spoken official language is Portuguese.
By the numbers, Timor-Leste is the 153rd most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.02% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 154th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 94 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Timor-Leste — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Dili |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | South-Eastern Asia |
| Population | 1,391,221 |
| Area | 14,874 km² |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) $ |
| Official Languages | Portuguese, Tetum |
| Dialling Code | +670 |
| Internet TLD | .tl |
| Timezone | UTC+09:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | TL / TLS |
| Borders | Indonesia |
Travelling to Timor-Leste?
Packing for Timor-Leste? Grab a ready-made Timor-Leste packing list so nothing gets left behind. Pack a universal travel adapter for your devices. You can also check clothing and shoe sizes in Timor-Leste before you shop, and look up popular foods from Timor-Leste if you want to know what's on the menu.
Leaving your car at a UK airport? Compare off-airport parking with Airparks before you fly to Timor-Leste. Thinking about staying longer? Some travellers fund extended trips by teaching English abroad with a TEFL certificate.
Getting to and around Timor-Leste
This site is a member of the CJ Affiliate and AWIN affiliate networks. We earn commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Book a Rental Car with Carla — Pay at Pickup
Compare car hire prices for Timor-Leste — reserve with no upfront payment via Carla.
Search Cheap Flights to Timor-Leste
Find and book cheap airfare with flexible dates and hundreds of airlines.
Planning a trip to Timor-Leste?
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We are also a member of the CJ Affiliate and AWIN affiliate networks. Links below are affiliate links.
Protect Your Devices on Public Wifi
Hotel and airport wifi in Timor-Leste carries real risk — a VPN keeps your logins and card details private on any network.
Frequently Asked Questions about Timor-Leste
What is the capital and currency of Timor-Leste?
The capital of Timor-Leste is Dili and the currency is the United States dollar (USD), symbol $.
What is the capital of Timor-Leste?
The capital of Timor-Leste is Dili.
What currency does Timor-Leste use?
Timor-Leste uses the United States dollar (USD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Timor-Leste?
The official languages of Timor-Leste are Portuguese and Tetum.
What is the dialling code for Timor-Leste?
The international dialling code for Timor-Leste is +670.
What side of the road does Timor-Leste drive on?
Timor-Leste drives on the left-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Timor-Leste
IndonesiaThis page contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you purchase through our links, at no extra cost to you. Learn more.
Last updated: