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title: Laos visa for citizens of Australia
description: Citizens of Australia need a visa for Laos and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Laos visa for citizens of Australia

Citizens of Australia need a visa for Laos and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 60 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (cash or card).

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at eligible port of entry** — Visa on Arrival is available at major international airports (Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse) and selected land border crossings.
2. **Complete application form** — Fill out the Visa on Arrival form provided at the immigration counter.
3. **Submit passport and photograph** — Hand over your Australian passport and a passport-sized photograph to the immigration officer.
4. **Pay visa fee in cash** — Pay the visa fee (approx. USD 40) in US dollars or local currency at the designated counter.
5. **Receive visa and enter** — The visa is stamped on arrival; you can then proceed through immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Australian passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): White background, 4x6 cm.
- **Visa on Arrival application form** (Supporting): Filled in at the airport or border checkpoint.
- **Visa fee in cash (USD)** (Financial): Approximately USD 40, exact amount may vary.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of outbound travel within 30 days.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or invitation letter from host.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be asked to show cash or bank statement.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- cash
- bank statement

Carry sufficient cash (USD or local currency) to cover visa fee and expenses.

## Good to know

- Not all land border crossings offer Visa on Arrival – check which are open to foreign passport holders.
- Visa on Arrival is only valid for 30 days single entry; extensions may be possible at immigration offices in Laos.
- Carry exact visa fee in US dollars to avoid exchange issues.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or have access to funds to cover your stay.
- **No onward ticket** — Provide proof of a return or onward flight out of Laos within 30 days.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Australia need a visa for Laos?

Citizens of Australia need a visa for Laos and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Australia stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Australia need for Laos?

Valid Australian passport; Passport-sized photograph; Visa on Arrival application form; Visa fee in cash (USD); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Laos?

At least 6 months.

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