Burundi passport holders must obtain a Laos eVisa before travel. Applicants can choose between a Laos Travel eVisa or a Laos Visit eVisa, depending on their travel purpose.
The eVisa allows a stay of up to 30 days, is valid for up to 60 days, and permits single entry only. Applicants select either standard, rush, or super rush processing when applying.
Which eVisa types are available, and what do they allow?
Applicants from Burundi can apply for either a Laos Travel eVisa or a Laos Visit eVisa.
Activities permitted under the Laos Travel eVisa
- Leisure travel and holiday visits.
- Visiting recognised tourist attractions.
Activities permitted under the Laos Visit eVisa
Nationals holding a Laos Visit eVisa can take part in non-tourism activities, including:
- Attending unpaid business meetings.
- Visiting friends or family members.
What is the cost of applying for a Laos eVisa?
Check the Laos eVisa Fee before applying.
What must applicants provide for a Laos eVisa?
For the Laos eVisa, Burundi passport holders must provide a clear scan of the passport biopage and a recent passport-sized photograph. All documents must meet the conditions listed below.
Passport and Photo Conditions
Passport requirements
- The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Laos.
- Passport details must exactly match the information entered in the application form.
Photograph requirements
- The photograph must be recent and passport-sized.
- The photo must be in colour with a plain background.
- The applicant’s face must be clearly visible, with no shadows or glare.
How is a Laos eVisa application submitted online?
Step 1
Fill out the Laos eVisa application form with accurate personal and passport details, then upload the required documents in the correct format.
Step 2
Pay the applicable fee processing fee using a valid credit/debit card, then submit the application form for processing.
Step 3
Wait for a few days as your eVis request is being processed. Once approved, the eVisa is sent to your email. Save a digital copy or print it for travel.
Additional Guidance for Applicants
- The processing fee depends on multiple factors, such as nationality, selected processing time, and the currency exchange rate. Kindly check the fee before applying.
- Before your current eVisa expires, apply for an extension by contacting the immigration authorities in Vientiane.
- Applicants from Burundi can use the Complete Ongoing Laos eVisa Application feature to finish their incomplete application form.
- The “Add Applicant” option allows multiple travellers to be included in a single submission. Applications are processed together, with status updates sent to the primary applicant. Each traveller is issued a separate eVisa.
- All status updates for the Laos eVisa application will be shared via email.
Our Service Strengths
Step 1
Accuracy Check: Applicant details and documents are reviewed by our eVisa application handling team to help reduce errors before submission.
Step 2
Secure Portal: Personal transactions and uploaded documents are protected through data encryption from any kind of theft or misuse.
Step 3
Customer Assistance: Support is available to applicants to address their queries regarding the Laos eVisa policy, status updates, and fees.
