Laos eVisa

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Tourist eVisa

Multiple entries: No
Maximum stay per entry: 30 days
Validity: 30 days after entry
Service fee: 34 USD
Government fee: 37 - 52 USD

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Do you need a visa for Laos?

With just a few exceptions, the answer would be yes: you need a visa to explore Laos.

Some nationalities do not need a visa to enter Laos, like all ASEAN member states, and others are not allowed to apply online and instead must obtain their travel permit at the corresponding embassy. This is the case for nationalities like Afghanistan, Lebanon, Nigeria, Pakistan and more.

If the nationality of your passport is not included in these two cases, that means that you are eligible to apply for the Laos Tourist eVisa, processed entirely online in just a few days.

What is the eVisa for Laos?

Laos has made available to foreign travelers the Tourist eVisa. This document allows the holder to enter Laos for 30 days and is processed 100% online, without the need of going to the embassy in person or presenting documentation in paper format.

The Laos Tourist eVisa can only be applied for by citizens of eligible nationalities who are traveling for tourism purposes.

It is mandatory to print out the eVisa approval letter we will send to your email and show it to the border authorities upon arrival in Laos.

Who can apply for the eVisa to Laos?

How long can you stay in Laos with this visa?

You can only enter the country once for up to 30 days.

What are the requirements to apply for the eVisa to Laos?

Passport valid for at least 6 months
Recent photograph of the applicant
Email address to receive the approved eVisa

How to apply?

Complete the application online

Prepare your passport and fill in our simple online form in 5 minutes

Receive your eVisa

We will send you your approved eVisa within a few days, without you having to go anywhere!

Start your journey

On arrival, show your passport and your approved eVisa

Where to submit your visa application?

With Visagov, you can submit your visa application fully online here.

Common reasons for a rejected application

Criminal history
Incomplete documentation
Overstayed in the country
Using a previously lost passport
Overstayed previous visas

Why choose Visagov

Higher chance of approval

Over 80% of rejections are due to avoidable mistakes. We use AI, OCR and biometrics to reduce errors and ensure your application is approved.

Money-back guarantee

It is unlikely, but it could happen that your application is rejected. In that case, we will refund all the government fees.

Experts by your side

Do you have a question? Write or call us! We are here to help you in every step of the way.

Faster & easier

Official forms tend to be complicated. With us, the entire process is carried out online in a single, simplified form in the language of your choice.

How much does a Tourist eVisa to Laos cost?

The cost depends on the applicant's nationality: Vietnamese citizens can get this document for a lower fee, but all other countries will be charged 37 - 52 USD.

The processing fees have a cost of 34 USD, and they include 24/7 customer service and a full review by our experts to ensure the success of your application.

Processing time for the Laos eVisa

On average, the processing time is 4 days.

How far in advance do I need to apply?

You should send in your application at least 1 week before your trip, but 2 weeks would be the safest choice. You can start the process almost two months before arriving in Laos.

Factors affecting eVisa processing times

The most common factors than can affect the processing times of your application are:

Incomplete information
Typos or incorrect details
Peak travel seasons
Mismatch between passport and application details

With Visagov, you can be sure to minimize the risk of errors and have your application processed as soon as possible.

Check the status of your eVisa application

You can always check the status of your application here simply by entering your order ID.

Types of visas for Laos

Business visa: issued to foreigners and their family members who travel to Laos for investment opportunities or economic data collection.
Spouse visa: for foreign citizens or stateless individuals who are legally married to a Lao citizen.
Expert visa: for foreign experts or thecnicians who have been approved to work in Laos. It is also needed by their family members.
Student visa: for foreign students who travel to study, research, collect data or join an internship program in Laos.
Diplomatic visa: requested by diplomats who have been assigned to Laos, as well as their family members.
Official visa: issued to administrative and/or technical staff working on embassies or consulates, and also their family members.
Long-term visa: for foreign laborers and their family members, and for foreigners who benefit the country of Laos with their knowledge or work.
Short-term visa: it is needed in specific circumstances.
- If you have been approved to travel temporarily for meetings, training or study tours.
- If you wish to visit family members, friends, collect investment information or other commercial purposes.

What documents do I need to enter Laos?

Passport valid for at least 6 months and with at least two blank pages.
Approved eVisa if needed.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a country with risk of transmission of this disease.

FAQs

Can you work on a Tourist eVisa?

No, the Laos eVisa only allows the holder to travel for tourism purposes.

What to do if your visa expires?

You should always leave the country before your current visa expires. Otherwise, you will be fined, deported and even banned from returning to Laos.

Can you extend your stay with the Tourist eVisa?

Yes, you can apply for two extensions, allowing a total of 60 extra days to stay in Laos. If you want to extend your visa, you need to go in person to the Immigration Department in Vientiane or Immigration office Division in the province you’re staying in.

Can the Laos eVisa be changed once it has been processed?

Our customer support team carefully reviews every form to prevent sending in an incorrect application but, once it has been processed, it is not possible to change the details of the eVisa. If you need to make any changes, you will need to apply for the Laos eVisa again.

Do you need a transit visa to stop in Laos?

The Laos Transit visa will only be needed in these cases:

The traveler is not a citizen of a visa-exempt country
The traveler wishes to leave the airport

This visa allows the holder to stay in Laos up to 5 days, with no possibility of extension.

Will my eVisa be accepted at every point of entry?

No. The Laos eVisa is only accepted at the following entry points:

Luang Prabang International Airport
Pakse International Airport
Wattay International Airport
Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge I (land crossing shared with Thailand)
Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge II (land crossing shared with Thailand)
Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge IV (land crossing shared with Thailand)
Boten International Checkpoint (road checkpoint shared with China)
Boten Railway Station (connects with Mohan Railway Station in China)