Hong Kong passport holders must hold a Laos eVisa for short stays. The eVisa is issued with a 60-day validity, one permitted entry, and a maximum stay of 30 days. Applicants from Hong Kong can choose the Travel eVisa or the Visit eVisa, depending on the nature of their visit.
Which documents must applicants submit for a Laos eVisa?
These are the required documents that citizens of Hong Kong are required to submit with their Laos eVisa application:
- Passport Biopage (clear scan)
- Validity: 6 months from the date of entry
- Applicant Passport-Size Photograph
- The photo must be recent and show the applicant’s current appearance.
- The full face should be clearly visible, with no coverings that hide facial features.
Which type of Laos eVisa should you choose?
Applicants from Hong Kong must choose the correct Laos eVisa based on their reason for travel.
Laos Visit eVisa:
It allows travel for reasons other than tourism, such as:
- Attending family events.
- Participating in business discussions (unpaid), etc.
Laos Travel eVisa:
Valid for tourism-related travel: Personal holiday visits, local area visits
What is the total fee for the Laos eVisa?
Travellers from Hong Kong must check the Laos eVisa Fee before applying.
Can multiple travellers be included in one Laos eVisa application?
Yes. The form
includes an “Add Applicant” option that allows more than one traveller to
be submitted in a single application. All travellers are processed together, updates are sent to the
primary applicant, and each traveller receives a separate eVisa.
Can the Laos eVisa application be saved and finished later?
Yes, you can complete
your unfinished Laos eVisa application later by using the 'Complete your Ongoing Laos eVisa
Application' feature.
How should a Laos eVisa application be submitted?
Step 1
Enter your personal, passport, and travel information in the Laos eVisa application form, then review the information and upload the required documents.
Step 2
Complete the payment using an accepted method (credit/debit card, PayPal, or cryptocurrency) to submit your application for review.
Step 3
Now wait a few days while your eVisa request is being processed; once approved, the Laos eVisa will be delivered to your registered email address.
Important Details for Applicants
- Application status updates are sent to the email address used during submission.
- Processing options include standard, rush, and super-rush; applicants from Hong Kong can choose any one from them depending on their travel dates.
- Travellers must only carry out activities permitted under the selected eVisa type; violations may result in penalties by Laos immigration authorities.
- Visa extensions must be requested in person at the Immigration Office in Vientiane before the eVisa expires.
Similarities between Laos and Hong Kong Culture
Food culture and eating habits
- Rice and noodles are everyday staples.
- Meals are often shared.
- Street food and markets are common.
Respect and social behaviour
- Politeness is valued.
- Public confrontation is avoided.
- Respect for elders and hierarchy is important.
Religion and Traditional practices
- Traditional beliefs are present.
- Respect for spirits and lucky signs is common.
- Temple visits and offerings take place.
Our Service Features
Complete Follow-up: The eVisa support team follows up with each applicant multiple times until the applicant receives their approved eVisa.
Timely Delivery: All eVisa applications are processed and delivered within the selected timeframe by our eVisa processing team.
Application Handling: Each application is checked carefully by our eVisa application handling team to increase the approval rate.
Transparent Fees: There are no hidden charges; all fee-related information is shown before applying.
