Laos Visa

Laos provides e-visas to streamline international travel and business activities for citizens of most countries.

How it works

1. Apply

Complete the application form.

2. Pay

Pay e-visa fees using credit/debit cards.

3. Download

Download your e-visa certificate from your email or government website.

Laotian visa requirements by country

Citizens of the following countries are eligible for a Vietnam e-visa.

Countries	Entry Visa	e-Visa	Visa On Arrival
Albania	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Andorra	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Argentina	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Armenia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Australia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Austria	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Azerbaijan	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Bahamas	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Belarus	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Belgium	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Bolivia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Bosnia and Herzegovina	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Brazil	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Brunei	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Bulgaria	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Cambodia	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Canada	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Chile	Required	Eligible	Eligible
China	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Colombia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Costa Rica	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Croatia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Cuba	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Czech Republic	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Denmark	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Dominican Republic	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Ecuador	Required	Eligible	Eligible
El Salvador	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Estonia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Fiji	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Finland	Required	Eligible	Eligible
France	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Georgia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Germany	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Greece	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Guatemala	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Honduras	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Hong Kong	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Hungary	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Iceland	Required	Eligible	Eligible
India	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Indonesia	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Ireland	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Italy	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Jamaica	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Japan	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Kazakhstan	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Kyrgyzstan	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Latvia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Lithuania	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Luxembourg	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Macedonia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Malaysia	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Maldives	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Mexico	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Moldova	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Mongolia	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Montenegro	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Morocco	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Myanmar	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Netherlands	Required	Eligible	Eligible
New Zealand	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Nicaragua	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Norway	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Panama	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Paraguay	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Peru	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Philippines	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Poland	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Portugal	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Qatar	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Romania	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Russia	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Saudi Arabia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Serbia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Singapore	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Slovakia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Slovenia	Required	Eligible	Eligible
South Africa	Required	Eligible	Eligible
South Korea	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Spain	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Sweden	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Switzerland	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Tajikistan	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Thailand	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible
Taiwan	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Trinidad and Tobago	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Turkmenistan	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Ukraine	Required	Eligible	Eligible
United Arab Emirates	Required	Eligible	Eligible
United Kingdom	Required	Eligible	Eligible
United States	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Uruguay	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Uzbekistan	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Vanuatu	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Venezuela	Required	Eligible	Eligible
Vietnam	Not Required	Eligible	Eligible

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers for the most frequently asked questions below

Who can apply for eVisa?

Lao eVisa facility is available for these following countries: see list

How to apply?

Applicant can apply in 3 simple steps.

Step 1: Provide the application details and upload the necessary documents.

Step 2: Review your application and pay the fee online.

Step 3: Download the eVisa Approval Letter.

Port of Entry

Wattay International Airport (Vientiane Capital)

Lao – Thai Friendship Bridge I (Vientiane Capital)

Luang Prabang International Airport (Luang Prabang)

Lao – Thai Friendship Bridge II (Savannakhet Province)

Pakse International Airport (Champasack Province)

Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge IV (Bokeo Province)

Boten International Checkpoint (Luang Namtha Province)

Boten Railway Station (Luang Namtha Province)

Khamsavath Railway Station (Vientiane Capital)

At the Arrival Port

As soon as you arrive in Laos with the eVisa approval letter, follow the steps mentioned below:

Go to the Immigration area and enter the dedicated eVisa lane.

Present your passport and eVisa Approval Letter to the Immigration officer.

Get the final Immigration approval and enter Laos.

Document Information

If you are applying for the eVisa, you have to upload the following documents:

Photograph size 4×6 cm (have been taken no longer than 6 months).

Passport bio page

Photograph Specifications

The size of the photograph must be 4×6 cm, as per ICAO Standard photograph: your visa application photograph must meet certain criteria regarding size and content. Submitting photos that do not meet these criteria can delay the visa application process.

Processing Time

The processing time of the eVisa is usually 03 working days after submitting the application and pay the visa fee, provided that all information supplied by applicants meets the criteria and accepted by the Lao Government Authorities, otherwise the processing time could be longer.

How long is an eVisa valid for?

An eVisa is valid for a maximum of 60 days after receiving the Approval Letter.

How long can I stay in Laos using the eVisa?

The Stay Permit of eVisa is 30 days.