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title: Laos visa for citizens of Chad
description: Citizens of Chad 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 Chad

Citizens of Chad 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

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months, with blank visa pages, and have a passport photo, visa fee (cash), and onward ticket ready.
2. **Arrive at an eligible entry point** — Visa on arrival is available at major international airports and certain land border crossings (e.g., Luang Prabang, Pakse, Vientiane airports, and Friendship Bridges).
3. **Obtain and complete the visa application form** — Collect a visa on arrival form at the immigration counter and fill it out.
4. **Submit documents and pay fee at counter** — Present passport, photo, completed form, and onward ticket together with visa fee (cash) to immigration officer.
5. **Wait for visa processing** — Processing usually takes a few minutes to about 30 minutes.
6. **Receive visa and enter Laos** — Once issued, the visa sticker is placed in your passport, allowing entry for up to 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity and at least 2 blank visa pages** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months
- **Passport-size photograph (white background, 4x6 cm)** (Identity): One recent passport photo
- **Visa on arrival application form** (Travel): Completed upon arrival or can be downloaded in advance
- **Visa fee in cash (USD or Lao kip)** (Financial): Approximately $40 for tourist visa
- **Return or onward flight ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward or return travel
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Credit card or cash showing ability to support stay

## Proof of funds

- cash
- credit card

Payment of visa fee is required in cash (USD or LAK).

## Good to know

- Not all land border crossings offer visa on arrival – check official list beforehand.
- Visa on arrival is for tourism only; other purposes may require pre-arranged visa.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date.
- **Missing or incorrect documents (e.g., no photo, no onward ticket)** — Bring all required documents as listed.
- **Insufficient visa fee (cash only, not ATM)** — Carry enough cash (USD or LAK) to cover the fee.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Chad 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 Chad stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity and at least 2 blank visa pages; Passport-size photograph (white background, 4x6 cm); Visa on arrival application form; Visa fee in cash (USD or Lao kip); Return or onward flight ticket; Proof of sufficient funds.

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

At least 6 months.

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