The Laos eVisa allows eligible travellers to visit Laos for permitted short stays. The application can be completed entirely online, and the approved eVisa is sent to your email before travel.
Who Can Apply for a Laos eVisa
Eligibility for a Laos eVisa depends on your nationality.
You can review the list of eligible nationalities for Laos eVisa or confirm your eligibility during the application process when selecting your nationality.
- Albania
- Andorra
- Angola
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Canada
- Cape Verde
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Congo, Democratic Republic of the
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Estonia
- Ethiopia
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Korea, Republic of (South)
- Kosovo
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Macedonia, Republic of
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Micronesia, Federated States of
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Norway
- Oman
- Palau
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Romania
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Samoa
- San Marino
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Tuvalu
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States of America
- Uruguay
- Vanuatu
- Vietnam
Laos eVisa Requirements
The Laos eVisa application requires only 2 documents. The requirements are the same for both the visit eVisa and the travel eVisa.
- Passport bio page
- Digital photograph
There are no additional document requirements during the application. No proof of travel purpose, invitation letters, hotel bookings, or flight tickets is requested.
For complete details, you may review the Requirements for the Lao eVisa before submitting your application.
Laos eVisa Types
Travel Visa
The Travel Visa is for tourism and leisure travel to Laos. It covers holidays, sightseeing, and short-term travel itineraries, including hotel stays and visits to attractions. It is not intended for business-related visits or host-based invitations.
Visit Visa
The Visit Visa is for travellers entering Laos to visit people or organisations. It covers visits to friends or relatives, family functions, and non-paid meetings with a host company or government office. It is not intended for tourism.
What are the stay durations and validity for both Laos eVisa types?
Both Laos eVisa types are valid for 60 days, allowing a stay duration of 30 days, and are issued as single-entry eVisas.
How to Apply for a Laos eVisa
Fill the Application Form
Enter your travel and passport details and review them before you submit.
Upload Documents and Pay
Upload clean scans of all the required documents, then pay the fee online using any available payment method.
Receive Your Laos eVisa
After approval, your eVisa is sent by email. Print a copy to present on arrival.
Processing Time and eVisa Cost Information
Laos eVisa applications are processed at different speeds depending on the option selected.
Standard Processing
Processing Time: 5 - 7 Working Days
Rush Processing
Processing Time: 3 - 5 Working Days
Super Rush Processing
Processing Time: 1 - 3 Working Days
Laos eVisa processing costs can vary depending on the chosen processing option; the applicant can use the Laos eVisa fee calculator to know the exact cost.
Ports of Entry Accepted With Laos eVisa
- 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)
Travellers must carry a printed copy of the approved eVisa and present the same passport that was used during the application.
Entry Approval and Immigration Discretion
Approval of a Laos eVisa does not automatically guarantee entry into the Lao PDR. Final entry permission is granted by immigration authorities at the port of arrival in accordance with Lao immigration laws.
Applicants are expected to comply with all entry conditions and local regulations during their stay.
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Simple Process
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Cost-Effective
eVisa fees are presented clearly before payment with no hidden charges, allowing you to understand costs in advance.
Simple Process
Clear instructions and an intuitive interface help you complete each stage with confidence and accuracy.
Support and Application Status
Assistance is available throughout the application process.
- 24/7 support is available via email and live chat.
- Applicants can check their Laos eVisa Application Status online using their order details.
Support email: [email protected]
Complete Audio Guide on Laos eVisa Covering Application Tips & Travel Essentials
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