Dominican Republic passport holders need an approved eVisa to enter Laos. To apply, travellers must upload a clear scan of passport bio page and a recent passport-sized photograph.
Brief About the Laos eVisa System:
- Validity: 2 months from the issue date
- Stay Duration: 30 days
- Allowed Entry: Single Entry
- Laos eVisa Type: Travel and Visit eVisas.
What activities are allowed under the Laos eVisa?
Citizens of the Dominican Republic can use their opted Laos eVisa for allowed reasons only:
Laos Travel Visa:
Permitted for the following short-stay activities:
- Personal travel breaks
- Exploring local attractions
- Organised short-duration trips
Laos Visit Visa:
Allowed for short-duration visits that are not for tourism:
- Private visits with friends or relatives
- Participation in unpaid business meetings or conferences, etc.
What happens if I overstay in Laos?
Staying beyond the allowed period in Laos may
lead to fines. Travellers should depart on time or
request a stay extension at a Laos immigration office.
What is the passport validity of the Laos eVisa?
The passport must remain valid
for 6 months from the intended entry date.
How can I know the Laos eVisa fee?
Applicants from the Dominican Republic should check the Laos eVisa Fee before applying.
How is a Laos eVisa requested through the online system?
Step 1
Enter personal, passport, and travel details, review the details, and then upload required documents.
Step 2
Pay the processing fee using your valid credit/debit card and submit your Laos eVisa application form for processing.
Step 3
Now wait for a few days as your eVisa request is processed. Once approved, the Laos eVisa will be delivered by email.
Helpful Information For Applicants
Passport-size photograph
- Use a recent colour photograph taken against a plain background, with your full face clearly visible.
- Avoid images that are blurred, edited, cropped, or affected by shadows or glare.
Application mistakes to avoid
- Do not enter passport details that differ from those shown on the passport bio page.
- Avoid uploading documents that are expired, damaged, or only partially visible.
General advice for applicants
- Keep copies of the submitted application and uploaded documents for future reference.
- Check your email regularly for updates or any follow up requests related to the application.
What assistance can applicants expect?
Group Travel: Use the Add Applicant option to include multiple travellers in one submission. Applications are processed together, updates go to the primary applicant, and each traveller receives a separate eVisa.
Expert Checking: Each application is reviewed by our eVisa application handling team to verify the accuracy of personal information and the validity of the required documents.
Application Updates: Each status update for the eVisa application is shared via email by our eVisa processing team.
Finnish Incomplete Application: Applicants can resume an incomplete eVisa application form using the Complete Your Ongoing Laos eVisa Application feature.
