The Visa on Arrival visa
Up to 30 daysThe traditional visa issued at Laos airports and major land borders, with the same 30-day stay as the eVisa.
About the Visa on Arrival visa
Visa on arrival is issued at Laos international airports and major land crossings to eligible nationalities. Applying online in advance is recommended to avoid airport queues.
How Laos eVisa Process Works
- 1
Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.
- 2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.
- Live3
Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.
- 4
Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Laos Immigration.
- 5
Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.
Who is eligible
- Available to most nationalities at designated ports of entry.
- Confirm your specific crossing offers visa on arrival before you travel.
Documents required for a Laos visa
Prepare the following documents and information to complete your application smoothly.
Passport valid for at least six months from your arrival date.
01Valid passport with at least 6 months validity.
A recent passport-style photograph.
02White background, face centred, no glasses.
Proof of onward or return travel.
03Clear, colour scan or photo.
Sufficient funds for your stay.
04Last 3 months, clearly legible.
Safe. Fast. 100% online. Your information is encrypted and protected. No physical documents or embassy visits required.
Processing time
Visa on arrival is issued at the border, but pre-applying online lets you skip the queue and arrive ready to travel.
Extension
The stay can be extended twice at the immigration office, for a total of up to 90 days.
Prices are all-inclusive and confirmed in the application — no hidden government or service fees added later.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How we reviewed this page
VerifiedVisitsVisa follows strict sourcing guidelines. The Laos visa information on this page is verified against official government sources and reviewed by our visa specialists. We avoid using tertiary references and update this page as entry requirements change.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official Laos visa portal
Official SourceOfficialLaos Immigration
Immigration & entry-requirement notices
Official SourceOfficialIATA Travel Centre
Documentation database
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