Timor-Leste
Southeast Asia · Asia
Population
1.4M
GDP (Nominal)
$1.95B
Capital City
Dili
Currency
USD (United States Dollar)
Avg Salary
$250/mo
Region
Southeast Asia
Livability Index 2026
45/100
Cost of Living
3/100
Avg Salary
54.3/100
Safety
52.7/100
Healthcare
30/100
Education
45/100
Overall Livability
Institutional Summary
Timor-Leste is one of the world's youngest nations, offering breathtaking, untouched natural beauty and a unique cultural blend of Southeast Asian and Portuguese influences.
Cost of Living
Monthly Rent (1BR)$850
Monthly Groceries$200
Monthly Transport$30
Utilities & Internet$140
Estimated Total Monthly
$650 /person
AI Algorithm Summary
Major Strengths
- • Accessible immigration and visa pathways
Algorithmic Red Flags
- • No severe algorithmic red flags
Economic Performance
📈 Stable GrowthGDP Per Capita
$1,390
Inflation Rate
2.1%
Unemployment
1.5%
5-Year GDP Trend
Migration & Visa
Tourist Visa (On Arrival)
Work Visa
Business Visa
Visa to Establish Residence
Visa Difficulty
3/10
PR Eligibility
Permanent residency pathways exist but typically require several years of continuous legal residence and employment.
Employment Landscape
Avg Monthly Salary
$250
Trending
Top Performing Industries
Oil & Gas
Coffee Agriculture
Sandalwood
Eco-Tourism
Social Indicators
Life Expectancy
69.6 Yrs
Literacy Rate
68.1%
Top Universities (QS Rank)
Universidade Nacional Timor Lorosa'e (UNTL)#
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