A few facts about Dili
- About 150,000 people live in Dili, the capital of Timor-Leste and its biggest city.
- Dili is also the centre of the region that shares its name.
- Towns nearby: Aileu (19 km), Gleno (24 km) and Likisá (26 km).
Dating by city / Timor-Leste / Dili Municipality / Dili
Singles in Dili
No one from Dili has a public profile here yet. Create yours and people nearby will be able to find you.
A first date in Dili
A weekday evening works well in Dili: places are quieter, you can actually hear each other, and there is no pressure to make it a long night.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Dili
How far around Dili can I search?
More than 250,000 people live within 50 km of Dili, in 9 towns and cities including Likisá, Aileu and Atsabe. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Dili free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Dili or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Dili real?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Dili?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Timor-Leste or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
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First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.