Single Entry eVisa Short Stay

Mode: eVisaEntry: Single Entry • Short StayStay Duration: 30 DaysValidity: 2 Months

Processing

3 to 5 Working Days

Mode

eVisa

Entry

Single Entry • Short Stay

Stay Duration

30 Days

Validity

2 Months

Overview

Travelers can enter Laos once for tourism or brief stays using the Laos Single-Entry eVisa. Personal information, passport details, and other papers are submitted online to complete the application. The visa must be utilized within the designated validity period following approval and typically allows a stay of up to 30 days.

Why Travunited

•Professional advice throughout the Laos eVisa application procedure is provided by expert visa support.

•Support for accurate documentation: Assistance in creating and confirming any necessary paperwork.

•Fast and seamless processing: Effective management to reduce application failures and delays.

•Tailored consultation: Advice according to the traveler's plans and visa specifications.

•Application review: Thoroughly examining forms and documentation prior to submission.

•Status updates: Continual information about the status of the visa application.

•Trip support: Help with itineraries, trip plans, and entry procedures.

•Dependable service: A knowledgeable staff guarantees a simple Laos eVisa application process.

Stats

•Laos introduced the electronic visa (eVisa) system in July 2019 to streamline the visa application procedure for foreign visitors.

•30-day stay cap: The Laos eVisa permits visitors to spend a maximum of 30 days in the nation.

•Validity period: After approval, an eVisa is normally good for entry into Laos for 60 days following the date of issuance.

•Reasonably priced visa fee: Depending on nationality, a Laos eVisa often costs about USD 50.

•Boost to tourism: By making travel simpler and quicker, the eVisa system's implementation has contributed to an increase in foreign visitor arrivals.

•Increasing tourist numbers: Between January and August 2024, Laos welcomed almost 2.6 million foreign visitors, indicating a robust tourism revival.

•Significant increase in tourism: In 2025, the nation welcomed around 4.6 million foreign visitors, demonstrating Laos' growing appeal as a travel destination.

•Economic contribution: Tourism is a significant industry in Laos, contributing more than $1 billion a year to the country's economy.

•Online application system: Travelers can easily complete the entire visa application procedure online without having to visit an embassy.

•Multiple entrance points: eVisa holders can enter Laos via land border checkpoints and a few international airports.

Documents Required

Per Traveller

Passport copy

Required

Required document

Recent Photo

Required

Required document

Visa application Form

Required

Required document

Flight Reservations

Required

Required document

Hotel Bookings

Required

Required document

Bank statements 3 months

Required

Required document

Travel Insurance

Required

Required document

Download Templates

Download sample document templates to help you prepare your application.

Visa Guide

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Eligibility

•Candidates must be nationals of nations that qualify for the Laos eVisa program, such as India and numerous other nations.

•A valid passport must include blank pages for immigration stamps and be valid for at least six months beyond the date of intended entrance.

•Tourism or short-term visits: The eVisa is primarily granted for leisure travel, tourism, or brief personal visits; it is not intended for employment or long-term activity.

•Completed online application: Candidates must complete the online application and submit their travel, passport, and personal details.

•papers needed: During the online application process, candidates must supply papers such a recent passport-size photo and a passport biodata page.

•Proof of travel plans: Passengers may be required to present their return or subsequent airline tickets and lodging information.

Important Notes

•Only one entry is permitted with the eVisa; re-entry into Laos requires a new visa.

•Tourism: The visa is mostly granted for travel and brief trips, not for work.

•Stay duration: With a single-entry eVisa, visitors can typically spend up to 30 days in Laos.

•Validity of passport: The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months following the date of entry.

•Print the eVisa approval: When entering Laos, visitors must have a printed copy of the approved eVisa.

•Specific international airports and border crossings are the only locations where the eVisa is accepted.

•Document accuracy: To prevent problems with entry, all information must match the details on the passport.

•Non-refundable charge: In the event that the application is denied, the visa fee is typically not refundable.

Rejection Reasons

•Name, passport number, or personal information errors are examples of incorrect application details.

•An incomplete application form is one that lacks necessary fields or data.

•Blurry passport scans or photos that don't match visa standards are examples of invalid or low-quality paperwork.

•Issues with passport validity: The passport is valid for less than six months prior to the planned departure date.

•Information that doesn't match the passport or any supporting documents is called mismatched information.

•The applicant's nation is ineligible for the Laos eVisa program.

•Submission of fake or deceptive information is considered suspicious or untrue.

•Prior immigration infractions include overstays of visas or immigration problems in Laos or other nations.

•Lack of a clear indication of tourism or a brief visit is known as an unclear travel aim.

•Payment problems include incomplete or unsuccessful visa fee payments made throughout the application procedure.

FAQs

1.Do I need a visa to enter Laos?

Most travelers do need a visa to enter Laos. However, citizens of ASEAN countries and a few others can enter visa-free for short stays. Check your specific country’s eligibility.

2.Is travel insurance required for a Laos visa?

Not mandatory, but strongly recommended for covering medical emergencies and unexpected travel issues.

3.Do I have to go to an embassy or consulate?

No, everything is done online. The eVisa acceptance letter is emailed after approval.

4.Where is the Laos eVisa accepted?

Only some international airports and selected land border crossings authorized by the Laos immigration authority accept the eVisa.