Visa Process Guide for Laos

Visa Process for Laos

Visa Types

• Tourist Visa (T Visa): Valid for 30 days, single or multiple entry
• Business Visa (B Visa): Valid for 30 days, single entry, can be extended
• Diplomatic Visa (D Visa): Issued to diplomatic personnel
• Official Visa (O Visa): Issued to government officials on official business
• Transit Visa (TR Visa): Valid for 72 hours, allows transit through Laos without leaving the airport

Required Documents

For Tourist and Business Visas:

• Passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
• Visa Application Form: Completed and signed
• One passport-sized photograph: Color, recent
• Proof of onward travel: Flight or bus ticket out of Laos
• Proof of accommodation: Hotel reservation or letter of invitation
• Visa fee: Paid in cash or credit card

Additional Documents for Business Visas:

• Letter of invitation from a company in Laos: Stating the purpose and duration of the trip
• Proof of business registration: For applicants representing a company

Application Procedures

Online Application (eVisa):

• Visit the Laos eVisa website (https://evisa.gov.la/)
• Complete the online application form
• Upload required documents
• Pay the visa fee

Embassy or Consulate Application:

• Visit the Laos embassy or consulate in your home country
• Submit the required documents
• Pay the visa fee

Fees

• Tourist Visa: $30
• Business Visa: $45
• Transit Visa: $20

Timelines

• eVisa: 3-5 business days
• Embassy or Consulate Application: 1-2 weeks

Additional Information

• Visas can be extended once within Laos.
• Visa extensions must be applied for at the Immigration Department in Vientiane.
• Overstaying a visa is subject to fines and potential imprisonment.
• It is advisable to check with the Laos embassy or consulate in your home country for the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and procedures.