For Kiribati passport holders, the Laos eVisa offers a fully online way to secure entry approval before departure. Below is the practical guide explaining how the process works, what is required, and what to expect at each stage.
What travel purposes are covered?
For Kiribati citizens, these are the allowed uses of the Laos eVisa:
Laos Travel eVisa: Permitted for a leisure visit only, such as:
- Holiday visit
- Short-term tourism
- Leisure visits
Laos Visit eVisa: Allows visits that are not related to tourism:
- Business Visits
- Visiting relatives and personal contacts
- Attending family events or private gatherings
Important Note: With your approved eVisa type, you are allowed only a single entry.
What is the validity period of the approved Laos eVisa?
These are the maximum allowed days of stay and the validity period for the Laos eVisa for the applicants from Kiribati:
- Validity: 60 days from the approval date
- Allowed Stay: 30 days
What happens when an applicant uses the “Add Applicant” option while completing
the application form?
When completing the form, applicants may use the "Add
Applicant" option to include multiple
travellers in one submission. All applications are processed together, and updates are sent to the
primary applicant, but each traveller will receive a separate eVisa.
Which documents do I need for the Laos eVisa?
Applicants from Kiribati need the following documents to apply for a Laos eVisa.
- Applicant Photo
- Passport bio-page
- Validity: 6 months from the intended entry date.
How much does the Laos eVisa cost?
Check the Laos eVisa Fee before applying.
How can I submit a Laos eVisa application?
Step 1
Register on the Laos eVisa Application portal using your email ID. Now fill out the application form with the passport number and travel dates.
Step 2
Now select the eVisa type that aligns with your reason for travel (travel or visit eVisa), and review the details once, then select the processing time (normal, rush or super-rush). And upload the required documents.
Step 3
Next, submit the application form and pay the processing fee using the available payment methods, and wait a few days while your eVisa request is being processed. The approved Laos eVisa will be shared via email.
What should travellers keep in mind?
- Entry Checks: Immigration may ask for the eVisa and documents.
- Extensions: Requests must be made in-country at the immigration office before expiry.
- Arrival Conditions: Final entry approval is decided by immigration authorities at the border.
Service Features at a Glance
Completing Incomplete Applications: The "Complete your Ongoing Laos eVisa Application" feature allows applicants to resume their incomplete Laos eVisa application form without starting a new application.
Expert Checking: Applications are reviewed to confirm that all required information is complete and that the documents are correct and valid before submission.
24/7 Support: Assistance is available at any time to answer questions about the Laos eVisa policy, document requirements, status updates, and fees.
Transparent Fees: All charges are shown clearly before payment, with no hidden costs.
