A Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is essential for anyone working, earning income, or conducting business in Timor-Leste. The TIN helps ensure that employers and individuals comply with tax regulations. This guide walks you through how to get a Taxpayer Identification Number in Timor-Leste (Individual).
Step 1: Prepare Required Documents
To apply for a TIN, you need:
- A completed application form
🔗 Download TIN Application Form – Individual (PDF) - Valid proof of identity (any one of the following):
- Passport
- Driver’s License
- Birth Certificate
Make sure your ID matches the name and birth details you provide on the form.
Step 2: Complete the Application Form
You must fill in the following details:
- Full legal name
- District of birth (if born in Timor-Leste)
- Residential address (no P.O. boxes)
- Residency status
- Sources of income (e.g. salary, business, freelance)
- Taxpayer declaration (must be signed and accurate)
✔ Double-check the form before submission to avoid delays.
Step 3: Submit Your Application
Submit your application in person at any National Directorate of Domestic Revenue (NDDR) or Petroleum Revenue (NDPR) office.
Main NDDR Office Address:
📍 Building No.5, Palácio do Governo, Dili, Timor-Leste
📞 (+670) 333 9646
📧 [email protected]
District Offices:
- Dili Office: Rua Pres. Nicolao Lobato (Opposite Ensul Building)
- Baucau Office: Villanova St, Kota Baru, Baucau
- Maliana Office: Holsa St., Maliana
For queries, contact:
📞 NDDR: (+670) 331 0059
📞 NDPR: (+670) 333 9542
Eligibility
You are eligible to apply for a TIN if:
- You are an individual receiving income in Timor-Leste
- You are an employee or employer
- You are a Timorese resident or foreigner with legal residence
- You are over 17 years of age
📌 Employers must ensure employees have a TIN for proper tax deduction.
Fees
There is no application fee for obtaining a TIN for individuals. However, this may vary depending on additional services or document processing.
Validity
- The TIN is valid indefinitely unless canceled or replaced
- Any change in legal name, residency, or status must be reported to NDDR
Processing Time
TINs are generally issued within a few business days upon successful application and document verification.
Why You Need a TIN
A TIN ensures:
- Correct tax deductions by employers
- Legal income reporting to the Ministry of Finance
- Eligibility for employment, contracts, and banking
Other Uses of the TIN
- Filing annual tax returns
- Verifying income for loan and mortgage applications
- Registering businesses or opening a sole proprietorship
- Ensuring compliance for immigration or visa renewal
Helpful Tips
✔ Make sure your documents are current and legible
✔ Submit the exact name spelling used on your ID documents
✔ Employers can assist staff in the TIN registration process
