The honest, current version: what it costs, what they ask for, and how long it really takes. Checked June 2026.
Tourist
What it ise Visa or Visa on Arrival, 30 days
Fees~US$40 to 50 (incl. service)
Takese Visa ~3 working days; VoA at arrival
Validity30 days, single entry (extendable)
Apply viaOnline, laoevisa.gov.la (official); or VoA at major entry points
Good to knowCarry passport photos, hotel booking, return ticket.
The document checklist
Passport, valid 6+ months with 2+ blank pages
Clear scan of passport bio page
Recent digital passport photo
Confirmed return / onward flight
Hotel / accommodation booking
Proof of sufficient funds
Business
What it ise Visa or Visa on Arrival, 30 days
Fees~US$40 to 50 (incl. service)
Takese Visa ~3 working days; VoA at arrival
Validity30 days, single entry (extendable)
Apply viaOnline, laoevisa.gov.la (official); or VoA at major entry points
Good to knowBusiness visit, Carry passport photos, hotel booking, return ticket.
We do this end to end
Forms, appointment, the exact photo spec, a personal document checklist in your travel wallet, and a human who has filed this exact visa before. You pack, we paper.