Burkina Faso nationals travelling to Laos must hold a valid eVisa prior to arrival. The eVisa permits a stay of up to 30 days and is electronically linked to the passport used during the application. Applicants are required to provide a clear scan of the passport bio page and a recent passport-sized photograph.
What are the types of Laos eVisas, their validity, and entry rules?
A Burkina Faso citizen can apply for the Laos travel eVisa or a visit eVisa, depending on the purpose of their travel. Allowed entry is single, and the validity period is for 60 days from the issue date.
Can the Laos eVisa application be finished later?
By using the Complete Your Ongoing Laos
eVisa Application feature, you can finish your incomplete application.
What travel activities are approved with a Laos eVisa?
1. Laos Visit eVisa: Nationals from Burkina Faso can use this eVisa for activities other than tourism, such as:
- Visiting friends or relatives
- Attending unpaid business meetings or informal engagements
2. Laos Travel eVisa: This eVisa type is issued for the purpose of tourism:
- Leisure trips and holidays
- Visiting recognised tourist attractions in Laos
How much do applicants pay for a Laos eVisa?
Before submitting your eVisa application, check the Laos eVisa Fee.
How is the Laos eVisa application submitted?
When applying for the Laos eVisa, applicants from Burkina Faso must choose one of three processing options: normal, rush, or super rush.
Step 1
Fill in the online form with accurate personal and passport details, then upload the required documents.
Step 2
Pay the applicable fee processing fee using a valid credit/debit card, then submit the Laos eVisa application for processing.
Step 3
Wait for a few days as your eVisa request is being processed. Once approved, the eVisa is sent to your email. Save a digital copy or print it for travel.
Important Note: The “Add Applicant” option allows multiple travellers to be included in a single application. All applications are processed together, and status updates are sent to the primary applicant. Each traveller receives an individual eVisa issued in their own name.
Extra Guidance for Applicants
- Check your email for the payment confirmation receipt.
- Use a passport that is valid for 6 months beyond the entry date. And there must be 2 unused pages for immigration stamps.
- The email address provided must be correct, as the approved eVisa and all application status updates are sent by email.
- Once the eVisa application enters processing, it cannot be corrected or edited.
- Entry is permitted only for the travel purpose approved on the eVisa.
Brief History of Laos
- Laos has a long history of early human settlement and ancient cultures.
- Lao people gradually migrated south and established settlements along the Mekong River.
- In the 14th century, the Kingdom of Lan Xang was founded, shaping Laos’s identity and culture.
- The country later experienced periods of division and regional conflict.
- Laos came under French colonial rule in the late 19th century.
- After gaining independence in the mid-20th century, Laos went through years of internal conflict.
- In recent decades, Laos has focused on stability, development, and regional cooperation.
Our Service Features
- Application Review: Application details and documents are checked for completeness before submission by our eVisa application handling team to reduce delays.
- Secure Data Protection: Personal information, uploaded documents and transaction details are protected using data encryption.
