Stay Connected

SIM Cards

Staying connected in Timor-Leste is easy and affordable with a local SIM card. There are three main mobile providers:
📶 Telemor (Recommended) – Best for rural coverage and affordable internet packages. The only provider offering e-SIM services.
📶 Timor Telecom
📶 Telkomcel

Where to Buy

SIM cards are readily available at:
📍 Dili International Airport (limited options, so consider buying in town)
📍 Timor Plaza (largest selection of provider stores)
📍 Official provider outlets in major towns

📱 Setup Tip:
Bring an unlocked phone to quickly set up your SIM card upon arrival.
Purchase credit and a data plan when buying your SIM card for uninterrupted calls and internet access.

Tip: Ask about bundle packages that include both talk time and data for better value.

Internet Access

Your internet experience in Timor-Leste will vary depending on your location:
🏘️In Urban Areas: Mobile internet offers reliable coverage in main centers like Dili and other towns.
🏞️In Rural Areas (e.g., Com, Lautem): Internet speeds are generally slower than average, but sufficient for basic browsing and communication.
📡No Free Wi-Fi: Most guesthouses in rural areas do not offer free Wi-Fi.
📱Best Option: Mobile internet with a data plan is your most dependable choice.

Recomendation

Consider bringing a portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share internet access across multiple devices.
Download offline maps or other resources before traveling to areas with weak or no connectivity.
💡Pro Tip: For rural travel, buy extra data and test coverage before leaving urban areas.

Coverage Ovewrview

👍🏽Good Coverage: Main towns and urban centers typically have strong mobile signals.
👎🏽Limited Coverage: Expect weaker or no signal in remote and mountainous regions.