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title: Laos visa for citizens of Benin
description: Citizens of Benin 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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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Laos visa for citizens of Benin

Citizens of Benin 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

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at eligible entry point** — Proceed to a Lao international airport or land border crossing that offers visa on arrival for Benin citizens.
2. **Complete visa application form** — Fill out the visa on arrival application form provided at the immigration counter.
3. **Submit documents and fee** — Hand over your passport, photo, completed form, and pay the visa fee in cash.
4. **Receive visa and enter** — The visa is stamped into your passport; proceed through immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Passport-sized photo** (Identity): One recent color photo (4x6 cm) with white background.
- **Visa fee** (Financial): Payable in cash (USD or Lao Kip) at the entry point.
- **Onward or return ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel within 30 days.
- **Visa application form** (Supporting): Completed on arrival at the immigration counter.

## Proof of funds


No specific proof of funds required, but immigration may ask for evidence of sufficient funds for stay.

## Good to know

- Only certain border crossings offer visa on arrival; check the official list before travel.
- Have exact cash in USD or Lao Kip as change may not be available.
- Passport must have at least two blank pages for the visa stamp.

## 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 or no onward ticket** — Carry proof of onward travel and sufficient cash for your stay.
- **Arriving at a border crossing not designated for visa on arrival** — Use only the airports and land crossings that officially offer visa on arrival for your nationality.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Benin 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 Benin stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

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

Passport; Passport-sized photo; Visa fee; Onward or return ticket; Visa application form.

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

At least 6 months.

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