Laos Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | Yes | Yes | Yes/1 |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passports
To enter Laos, your passport must be valid for at least six months after the date you arrive and at least two blank pages.
Visas
[1] Of all the EU member states, only Luxembourgers do not need a visa to visit Laos for 15 days.
All in all, Laos allows nationals of the following countries to enter without a visa for varying durations. These countries are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Laos offers eVisa to nationals of many countries. You can check the complete list here. Please note that eVisa holders can only enter Laos from any of the following ports/ boarding posts:
• Wattay International Airport.
• Pakse International Airport.
• Luang Prabang International Airport.
• Lao-Thai Friendship Bridges of I, II, and IV.
• Boten International Checkpoint.
• Boten Railway Station.
• Khamsavath Railway Station.
Types and Cost
Visa fees can vary based on the applicant's nationality.
Validity
eVisa is usually valid for 60 days.
Application to
Apply online at https://laoevisa.gov.la.
Working days
Expect three working days if all the information given meets the criteria and is accepted by the authority.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
Embassy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic in the UK
Telephone: 0207 402 3770.
Website:
Address: , Embassy of the Lao PDR, 49 Porchester Terrace, London, W2 3TS,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1800.
Embassy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic in the USA
Telephone: (202) 332 6416.
Website: http://www.laoembassy.com
Address: NW, 2222 S Street, Washington, 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1630.
