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Laos visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Laos? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: South-Eastern Asia | Continent: Asia

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22Visa-free
0eVisa
148Visa on arrival
28Visa required

Laos entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 22 can enter Laos visa-free (most commonly for up to 15 days) and 148 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 28 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

170 of 198 passports can travel to Laos without arranging anything before departure.

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Laos entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Laos
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaVisa on arrival
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaVisa required
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippinesVisa-free (30 days)

Laos visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Laos.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa035019
Asia123206
Europe103500
North America02300
Oceania01202
South America01101

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 22
Visa on arrival 148
Visa required 28

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Laos?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 22 can enter visa-free, 148 can get a visa on arrival and 28 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Laos without a visa?

22 passports have visa-free access to Laos, including Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Philippines and others. The most common visa-free stay is 15 days.

Does Laos offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 148 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Laos. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Do Asian passport holders need a visa for Laos?

Of 50 passports from Asia, 44 can enter Laos visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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