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Visitors to Brunei must obtain a visa from one of the Bruneian diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries or citizens who are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival. All visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months.
Holders of ordinary passports of the following countries and territories (including all ASEAN member states) may enter Brunei without a visa for stays up to the duration listed below: [1] [2]
90 days 30 days 14 days |
1 - for British nationals, only British citizens and British subjects with right of abode in the UK enjoy visa-free entry.
Holders of diplomatic or official / service passports of the following countries may enter Brunei without a visa for 30 days (unless otherwise noted):
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1 - 14 days
2 - 15 days
3 - 90 days
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Under the Passports Act (Charter 146) and the Passports (Visa) (Exemption) Order 1985 [3] Malaysian and Singaporean citizens have never needed a visa to gain access to Brunei. The visa exemption for citizens of both countries was codified into Passports (Visa) (Exemption) Order 1985 upon its enactment on 1 March 1985. [3] Unknown: Peru Ordinary passports:
Diplomatic and official passports:
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Holders of passports of the following 7 countries and territories may obtain a visa on arrival for a fee at all immigration checkpoints. [46]
The availability of the type of visas obtainable on arrival depends on nationality. [1]
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1 - A multiple entry visa for B$30, valid for 30 days.
2 - A single entry visa for B$20, valid for 30 days.
3 - A multiple entry visa for B$30, valid for 14 days.
4 - A single entry visa for B$20, valid for 14 days.
Holders of diplomatic or official/service passports of the following countries may obtain a visa on arrival (V.O.A) for the following period:
30 days 14 days |
Passengers transiting through Brunei International Airport for less than 24 hours do not require a visa. [1]
Those traveling to a third country can obtain a transit visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 72 hours. This does not apply to nationals of Cuba, Israel and North Korea. Nationals of Bangladesh, India, Iran, Pakistan and Sri Lanka must have a sponsor such as an airline or a travel agent. [1]
Holders of passports issued by the following countries who possess an APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) containing the code "BRN" on the back of the card may enter Brunei without a visa for business trips for up to 90 days. [1]
ABTCs are issued to citizens of: [47]
Entry and transit is refused to Israel citizens, even if not leaving the aircraft and proceeding by the same flight. [1]
Immigration offenses, such as visa overstaying, are punishable by jail, fines and caning. [48]
Most visitors arriving to Brunei on short-term basis in 2011 were from the following countries of nationality:
| Rank | country | 2011 [49] |
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| 1 |  Malaysia | 61,470 |
| 2 |  China | 32,853 |
| 3 |  Indonesia | 20,350 |
| 4 |  Australia | 18,845 |
| 5 |  United Kingdom | 18,222 |
| 6 |  Philippines | 17,446 |
| 7 |  Singapore | 16,221 |
| 8 |  New Zealand | 10,381 |
| 9 |  Thailand | 4,809 |
| 10 |  India | 4,616 |
Visitors to the Republic of China (Taiwan) must obtain a visa or authorization in advance, unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries whose nationals are eligible for visa on arrival. All visitors must hold a passport valid for 6 months.
The visa policy of mainland China deals with the requirements which a foreign national must meet to travel to, enter, and remain in the mainland of the People's Republic of China. Several categories of visas are available, depending on the purpose and length of stay. Chinese visas are issued outside China by the Chinese diplomatic missions, and in China by the exit and entry administrations (EEAs) of the county-level public security bureaus (PSBs). Visa exemptions exist for nationals of certain countries based on bilateral agreements and unilateral decisions.
A foreign national wishing to enter Mexico must obtain a visa unless they are the citizen of one of the 68 eligible visa-exempt countries or one of the 3 Electronic Authorization System-eligible countries. Visas are issued by the National Institute of Migration, dependent on the Secretariat of the Interior, with the stated goal of regulating and facilitating migratory flows into the country.
Most visitors to Indonesia may obtain a visa on arrival to Indonesia, unless they are a citizen of one of the visa-exempt countries. However, some countries must obtain a visa in advance from one of the Indonesian diplomatic missions before being allowed to enter Indonesia.
The visa policy of Albania allows citizens of certain countries to enter Albania without a visa. Citizens of certain other countries must obtain a visa from one of the Albanian diplomatic missions. Alternatively, they may obtain an electronic visa.
The visa policy of the Philippines is governed by Commonwealth Act No. 613, also known as the Philippine Immigration Act, and by subsequent legislation amending it.
The visa policy of Ireland is set by the Government of Ireland and determines visa requirements for foreign citizens. If someone other than a European Union, European Economic Area, Common Travel Area or Swiss citizen seeks entry to Ireland, they must be a national of a visa-exempt country or have a valid Irish visa issued by one of the Irish diplomatic missions around the world.
Visitors to Peru must obtain a visa from one of the Peruvian diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.
The visa policy of Malaysia consists of the requirements for foreign nationals to travel to, enter, and remain in Malaysia. Most visitors to Malaysia are granted visa-free entry for a period of 90, 30, or 14 days respectively. However, nationals from some countries must first obtain a visa from one of the Malaysian diplomatic missions around the world before being allowed into the country.
Visitors to Thailand must obtain a visa from one of the Thai diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries, or citizens who may obtain a visa on arrival, or citizens eligible for an e-Visa.
Non–New Zealand citizens wishing to enter the Realm of New Zealand must obtain a visa unless they are
The visa policy of Singapore deals with the requirements a traveller must meet to enter Singapore. A foreign national, depending on their country of origin, must meet certain requirements to obtain a visa, which is a permit to travel, to enter and remain in the country. A visa may also entitle the visa holder to other privileges, such as a right to work, study, etc. and may be subject to conditions.
The visa policy of the United Arab Emirates allows citizens of certain countries to enter the United Arab Emirates without a visa. Citizens of certain other countries must obtain a visa from one of the UAE diplomatic missions. Alternatively, they may obtain an online visa through Smart Service or airlines.
Visitors to Azerbaijan must obtain a visa from one of the Azerbaijani diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries, or citizens eligible for an electronic visa on arrival, or citizens eligible for an electronic visa.
Visitors to Vietnam must obtain either an e-Visa or a visa in advance, unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.
Visitors to Chile must obtain a visa from one of the Chilean diplomatic missions unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries.
Papua New Guinea Visitors must obtain a visa on arrival or e-Visa to enter the country. Visitors can also apply for a visa from the PNG diplomatic missions. All visitors must have a passport valid for 6 months.
Visitors to East Timor must obtain a visa, unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries.
Visitors to Oman must obtain a visa prior to travel unless they come from one of the visa-exempt countries.
Any foreign national who wishes to enter Myanmar must obtain a visa unless they are a citizen of one of the designated visa-exempt countries.
