Mortgage Calculator Timor-Leste 2026
Calculate your monthly mortgage payment in Timor-Leste, total interest and full amortisation schedule. Fixed or variable rate (Prime Rate / Fed Funds Rate). Updated for 2026.
Amortisation schedule
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What mortgage can I afford?
Enter your net income to calculate the recommended maximum payment and the mortgage amount you can finance.
Maximum mortgage by term
| Term | Maximum (30%) | Maximum (35%) |
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Indicative estimate based on international responsible lending guidelines. Actual approval depends on the lender, credit history and local regulations.
How do mortgages work in Timor-Leste?
Like most countries, mortgages in Timor-Leste use the French amortisation system: constant monthly payments throughout the life of the loan. The formula is C = P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n − 1], where P is the principal, r the monthly interest rate and n the total number of instalments. The local currency is the USD ($).
Reference interest rate in Timor-Leste
The standard reference index for variable-rate mortgages in Timor-Leste is the Prime Rate / Fed Funds Rate. For variable mortgages, the applied rate = reference index + spread agreed with the lender. Reviews are typically annual or semi-annual.
Source: U.S. Federal Reserve (federalreserve.gov). This calculator lets you enter any reference rate value and compare scenarios.
Practical example: $30,000 over 15 years at 9.0%
For a fixed-rate mortgage of $30,000 over 15 years at 9.0% per year:
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Monthly payment | $304 |
| Total paid (15 years) | $54,770 |
| Total interest | $24,770 |
How much should I spend on a mortgage?
The general international recommendation is that the monthly mortgage payment should not exceed 30–35% of the household's net monthly income. If you have other debts, the total should not exceed 40%. Use the "What mortgage can I afford?" section on this page to calculate your borrowing capacity.
Indicative figures for 2026. This calculator provides results based on the French amortisation system; for a binding offer please consult your local financial institution.
Frequently asked questions about mortgages in Timor-Leste
How is the monthly mortgage payment calculated in Timor-Leste?
What is the reference rate for variable mortgages in Timor-Leste?
Is it better to take a fixed or variable mortgage?
What is a mortgage amortisation schedule?
What share of income should go towards a mortgage?
How is a mortgage calculated in other countries?
The French amortisation system (constant monthly payment) is universal, but each market has its own characteristics: the reference rate for variable mortgages, the typical fixed rate, the maximum loan term and the local currency all vary significantly. In high-inflation countries like Turkey or Argentina, rates exceed 30%; in Japan or Switzerland, they are below 2%.
| Country | Currency | Variable index | Typical fixed rate | Typical term |
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| 🇫🇷 France | € (EUR) | Euribor | 3.5 % | 20 years |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | € (EUR) | Euribor | 3.5 % | 25 years |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | £ (GBP) | Bank of England Base Rate | 4.5 % | 25 years |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | Fr. (CHF) | SNB Policy Rate / SARON | 1.8 % | 20 years |
| 🇺🇸 United States | $ (USD) | Prime Rate / Fed Funds Rate | 6.5 % | 30 years |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | CA$ (CAD) | Bank of Canada Policy Rate | 4.5 % | 25 years |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | A$ (AUD) | RBA Cash Rate | 5.5 % | 25 years |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | NZ$ (NZD) | RBNZ Official Cash Rate | 5.5 % | 25 years |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | ¥ (JPY) | Bank of Japan Policy Rate | 1.5 % | 35 years |
| 🇨🇳 China | ¥ (CNY) | LPR | 4.0 % | 25 years |
| 🇮🇳 India | ₹ (INR) | RBI Repo Rate | 8.5 % | 20 years |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | R$ (BRL) | SELIC Rate | 11.5 % | 25 years |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | $ (MXN) | TIIE | 11.0 % | 20 years |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | ₺ (TRY) | CBRT Policy Rate | 35.0 % | 15 years |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | R (ZAR) | SARB Repo Rate | 11.0 % | 20 years |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | S$ (SGD) | central bank reference rate | 3.0 % | 30 years |
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