Palauan citizens planning a trip to Laos must obtain an eVisa through the online system. This modern approach simplifies the travel preparation process, ensuring you have the necessary authorisation before you leave. Accuracy in your application details is vital for a quick and successful outcome.
Quick Overview of the Laos eVisa
The Laos eVisa provides a clear set of permissions for your travel:
- Stay Limit: You are permitted to remain in Laos for a maximum of 30 days.
- Entry Type: The visa is valid for a single entry only.
- Use-By Date: You must enter Laos within 60 days from the date your eVisa is issued.
Required Application Materials
As a national of Palau, you will need to prepare specific materials for your online submission, primarily a valid passport and a recent digital photograph.
Important Note: We do not provide the full list of required documents here. For detailed specifications on the passport and photo requirements, please refer to our dedicated Documents Required.
Choosing the Correct eVisa Purpose
The Lao government offers two eVisa options, and you must choose the one that aligns with your travel plans:
- Travel eVisa: For all tourism-related activities, such as sightseeing and holidays.
- Visit eVisa: For non-tourist visits, including family visits or non-paid business meetings.
Application Costs and Processing Speeds
The cost of your eVisa application is made up of the mandatory government fee, our dedicated service fee, and the fee for your preferred processing time. Options include standard, rush, and super rush processing.
Important Note: To ensure complete transparency, we do not display the fee structure here. For a full breakdown of the government fee, service fee, and processing time costs, please visit our Laos eVisa Fees and Processing Time.
Your Journey to eVisa Approval
Securing your eVisa is a simple online process:
- Data Submission: Fill in the application form with your personal, passport, and travel information. Upload the required documents and verify all details.
- Payment: Complete the secure payment for the application using a credit card, debit card, or other accepted method.
- Receive Authorisation: Your application will be reviewed. Once approved, the official eVisa approval letter will be sent to your email address.
Key Information for Palauan Travellers
- Passport Condition: Your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months upon arrival in Laos and must have at least two blank pages for immigration stamps.
- Application Time: While the standard processing time is three working days, we strongly advise applying well in advance of your travel date to account for any unforeseen delays.
- Immigration Warning: You must not exceed the 30-day stay limit. Overstaying is a serious offence that carries penalties.
