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About Brunei
Brunei is an independent Islamic sultanate on the northern coast of the Southeast Asian island of Borneo. It is a Commonwealth and ASEAN member. It is bounded to the north by the South China Sea and to all other sides by the East Malaysian state of Sarawak, which also divides the state into two disconnected and unequally sized segments. Brunei has a land area of 5,765 km2, making it slightly larger than twice the size of Luxembourg or slightly smaller than the state of Delaware in the United States. The country’s population is 417,200 people (in 2015). Bandar Seri Begawan is the country’s capital. Apart from Singapore, Brunei ranked higher on the Human Development Index (43 overall) than all other Southeast Asian countries. Bruneians are entitled to free education and medical care from the government. Brunei has excellent roads and infrastructure. Local buses and taxis are the most cost-effective modes of transportation due to an abundance of oil and low fuel prices. Brunei’s official religion is Islam. Brunei’s currency is the Brunei dollar (BND).
Procedure to apply for a visa
There are 3 ways to apply for a visa
- Brunei’s nearest embassy or consulate. If you want to apply for a job, you must use this method: You do not have a visa. You do not qualify for a Visa on Arrival. You are visa-exempt/VOA-eligible, but you want to stay in Brunei for an extended period of time.
- When you arrive. Only nationals of the countries listed below are eligible for the Brunei VOA.
- Your sponsor applies to the Department of Immigration and National Registration on your behalf. People traveling for business or investment must apply through a sponsor.
For all visa categories, the following documents must be submitted:
- Passport: It should be valid for at least six months and have a blank page for a visa sticker.
- 3 color passport size photographs
- Including all supporting documents.
Types of Visa
1 For applicants who are planning to stay or visit Brunei for less than 14 days
It doesn’t need a visa for Indian citizens who have Diplomatic or Official passports. They can stay there for up to 14 days without getting one.
2. People who want to stay or visit Brunei for more than 14 days need to apply for a visa.
Indian nationals who have Diplomatic or Official passports and plan to stay or visit Brunei for more than 14 days need to apply for a visa first.
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All applicants must submit details to the High Commission of Brunei Darussalam in New Delhi:
- Complete the visa application form
- Passport must be valid for the last 6 months from the intended date of visit.
- letter from the sponsor in Brunei or a sworn statement that has been signed by a magistrate in Brunei Darussalam.
- 2 passport-size photo blue or white background.
- Copy of confirmed flight itinerary
- Proof of accommodation from the hotel
- A marriage certificate
- A spouse IC/passport
- birth certificate
- sponsor’s Identity Card (IC), latest passport, and valid employment pass in Brunei.
- Proof of bank statement.
- Complete the visa application form
- Passport must be valid for the last 6 months from the intended date of visit.
- Immigration approval letter
- 2 passport-size photo blue or white background.
- Copy of confirmed flight itinerary
- Complete the visa application form
- Passport must be valid for the last 6 months from the intended date of visit.
- Immigration approval letter
- 2 passport-size photo blue or white background.
- Copy of confirmed flight itinerary
- A complete medical check-up form with the result.
Countries that have visa arrangements with Brunei Darussalam are as follows find the details below
| Country | Foreign Nationals entering Brunei Darussalam |
| Australia | 30 Days (Visa on Arrival) |
| Austria | 90 Days |
| Bahrain | 30 Days (Visa on Arrival) |
| Belgium | 90 Days |
| Bulgaria | 90 Days |
| Cambodia | 14 Days |
| Canada | 14 Days |
| China | 14 Days (For Diplomatic and Service Passports only) 14 Days (Visa on Arrival for tourists) |
| Croatia | 90 Days |
| Cyprus | 90 Days |
| Czech Republic | 90 Days |
| Denmark | 90 Days |
| Estonia | 90 Days |
| Finland | 90 Days |
| France | 90 Days |
| Germany | 90 Days |
| Greece | 90 Days |
| Hong Kong | 14 Days |
| Hungary | 90 Days |
| Iceland | 90 Days |
| India | 14 days (For Diplomatic and Official Passports only) |
| Indonesia | 14 Days |
| Iran | 30 Days (For Diplomatic and Official Passports only) |
| Ireland | 90 Days |
| Italy | 90 Days |
| Japan | 14 Days |
| Kuwait | 30 Days (Visa on Arrival) |
| Latvia | 90 Days |
| Laos | 14 Days |
| Liechtenstein | 90 Days |
| Lithuania | 90 Days |
| Luxembourg | 90 Days |
| Macau | 14 Days |
| Malaysia | 30 Days |
| Maldives | 14 Days |
| Malta | 90 Days |
| Mongolia | 14 Days (For Diplomatic and Official Passports only) |
| Myanmar | 14 Days |
| Netherlands | 90 Days |
| New Zealand | 30 Days |
| Norway | 90 Days |
| Oman | 30 Days |
| Pakistan | 14 Days (For Diplomatic and Official Passports only) |
| Peru | 14 Days |
| Poland | 90 Days |
| Philippines | 14 Days |
| Portugal | 90 Days |
| Qatar | 14 Days (Visa on Arrival) |
| Republic of Korea | 30 Days |
| Russia | 14 Days (For Brunei National: Diplomatic and Official Passports only)
14 Days (For Russia National: Diplomatic and Service Passports only) |
| Romania | 90 Days |
| Spain | 90 Days |
| Sweden | 90 Days |
| Switzerland | 90 Days |
| Slovenia | 90 Days |
| Singapore | 30 Days |
| Slovakia | 90 Days |
| Saudi Arabia | 30 Days (Visa on Arrival) |
| Taiwan | 14 Days (Visa on Arrival) |
| Tajikistan | 14 Days (For Diplomatic, Official and Service Passports only) |
| Thailand | 30 Days (For Diplomatic and Official Passports only)
14 Days (For Ordinary Passports) |
| Turkey | 30 Days |
| Ukraine | 30 Days |
| United Kingdom | 90 Days |
| United States of America | 90 Days |
| United Arab Emirates | 30 Days |
| Vietnam | 14 Days |
What is the processing time?
In general, visa applications take five (5) business days to process.
Visa Fees
| Visa Category | Fee |
| Short Visit | Single Entry: INR 1,000.00 Multiple Entry: INR 2,500.00 |
| Dependent / Business / Professional Visit | INR 1,000.00 |
| Employment | INR 1,000.00 |
| Diplomatic and Official Passport holders | Visa fees not applicable (Gratis) |
Best Place to visit in Brunei
1. Bandar Seri Begawan
As far as cities go, BSB might be the most beautiful one you’ve ever seen. A lesson in how oil money can change the world: It’s home to just 50,000 people.
Bandar Seri Begawan
2. Ulu Temburong
Ulu Temburong, Brunei’s Green Jewel, is tucked away in the country’s eastern exclave. It’s one of the country’s most important places.
Ulu Temburong
3. Kampong Ayer
“Water Village” is what people call the whole thing. Homes that are built on stilts rise above the channels.
Kampong Ayer
4 .Pekan Tutong
Tutong District is found just east of Bandar Seri Begawan and on the northern edge of Brunei. It is a regional hub for the whole area.
Pekan Tutong
5. Muara
Muara sticks out into the South China Sea with its own needle-shaped piece of land. This makes it the western end of the crowded Brunei and Muara District.
Muara
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