Timor-Leste
Coffee Coast of Asia
Overview
Southeast Asia's youngest nation, independent since 2002, with Portuguese colonial heritage, untouched coral reefs, and a society rebuilding after a turbulent past.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
South-Eastern Asia
Land Area
14,874 km²
Capital
Dili
Languages
Portuguese, Tetum
Currencies
United States dollar ($)
At a Glance
71
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
81
Freedom
81
Security
50
Life Expectancy
68 yrs
Median Age
21 yrs
Urbanization
33%
Cost Index
28
Housing Index
14
Healthcare Access
95/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.0°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Uatolari 27.6°C
2 Uatocarabau 27.6°C
3 Maubara 27.5°C
4 Pante Macassar 27.5°C
5 Baguia 27.3°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 84 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.26% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 13 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025