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🇧🇳 Brunei Darussalam for 🇮🇷 IR citizens
Transit Visa on Arrival
Transit visa on arrival – obtain your transit visa at the port of entry.
Maximum stay3 days
Government fee5 BND
AppointmentRequired
Visa validity3 days
Other options
Documents
Always required
Original passport valid for at least 6 months beyond date of entry, with at least one blank page for the transit visa.
MFA guidance requires a valid passport; 6‑month rule is applied consistently across entry types. Required by MFA for all transit visa applicants. Standard passport validity requirement applies to residence-permit holders as well.
Confirmed onward air ticket to a third country departing Brunei within 72 hours of arrival.
MFA transit visa rules explicitly require a confirmed onward air ticket and continuation of journey within 72 hours.
Valid visa or entry authorisation for the third-country destination, where required by that country’s rules.
MFA transit conditions specify a valid visa to the third country, where appropriate. Electronic approvals should be printed or saved.
Sponsor letter or guarantee from a Brunei-registered airline or travel agent acting as local sponsor for the transit visa on arrival.
For nationals of Bangladesh, India, Iran, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, MFA requires a sponsor such as an airline or travel agent for the 72‑hour transit visa on arrival. Some airlines (e.g., Royal Brunei) may provide sponsorship as part of specific packages.
Proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses during the 72-hour transit period (cash, cards, or recent bank statement).
MFA transit visa conditions explicitly require sufficient funds throughout the period of transit.
Ability to pay the transit visa on arrival fee in Brunei dollars at Brunei International Airport.
MFA requirements specify a BND 5 fee for transit visa on arrival, payable in local currency. Same BND 5 fee applies to residence-permit-based transit visas on arrival.
Recommended
If leaving the airport, proof of hotel booking or other accommodation in Brunei for the transit period.
Not explicitly listed on MFA page but commonly requested when transit passengers intend to stay in Brunei overnight.
Travel tips
Quick local advice for smoother arrivals and day-to-day travel.
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Brunei doesn't have a huge street-taxi culture-download the local ride-hailing app Dart. You can pay the driver in cash or top up Dart Credits in-app with a card, which is handy for airport transfers and getting around Bandar Seri Begawan.
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If you're coming via Singapore, you can usually use Singapore dollars in Brunei (and Brunei dollars in Singapore) thanks to a long-running currency interchangeability agreement-great for avoiding exchange fees (notes are easiest).
Last verified: 2025-12-04