Brunei Darussalam
General visa requirements for travelling to Brunei Darussalam. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Transit visa (Transit Visa-Free (Airport))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 1 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- Less than 24 hours
- Entry
- Single entry
Transit passengers staying less than 24 hours without leaving airport do not require visa. Excludes nationals of Cuba, Israel, and North Korea.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Passengers transiting through Brunei International Airport without leaving the airport.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 0; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
Transit visa (Transit Visa on Arrival (72 Hours))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa on arrival
- Maximum stay
- 3 days
- Processing time
- A few minutes at immigration
- Fee
- BND 20
- Validity
- 72 hours
- Entry
- Single entry
Maximum stay 72 hours. Must arrive and depart via Brunei International Airport. Not available to nationals of Cuba, Israel, and North Korea. Nationals of Bangladesh, India, Iran, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka must have a sponsor (airline or travel agent).
Eligibility
-
Purpose of visit
Transit passengers traveling to third country, departing within 72 hours.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash; Amount: 20.00
How to apply
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Document submission
Present passport, onward ticket, and visa application at immigration.
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Fee payment
Pay BND 20 visa fee at immigration counter.