Lao People's Democratic Republic
General visa requirements for travelling to Lao People's Democratic Republic. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Work / Immigration visa (Student/Work Long-Stay Authorization)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- Varies by case
- Fee
- Varies by case
- Validity
- According to approved status
- Entry
- Single entry
Long-stay routes should be confirmed directly with competent authorities.
Eligibility
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Employment
Long-stay study/work requires approved status.
Required status: Approved long-stay authorization
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (Tourist eVisa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Processing time
- Varies by case
- Fee
- As set on official portal
- Validity
- As granted
- Entry
- Single entry
Use official Lao eVisa portal for eligibility and submission requirements.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Lao eVisa application; Form url: https://laoevisa.gov.la/
Business visa (Business Entry Authorization)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- Varies by case
- Fee
- Varies by case
- Validity
- As granted
- Entry
- Single entry
Business travelers should follow official consular procedures.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Business support documents may be requested