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title: Laos visa for citizens of China
description: "Citizens of China can get a visa on arrival in Laos. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $40. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Laos visa for citizens of China

Citizens of China can get a visa on arrival in Laos.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $40
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (e.g., cash, credit card, or bank statement)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport has 6+ months validity and blank pages; bring photos, hotel booking, and onward ticket.
2. **Arrive at port of entry** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter at any international airport or major land border crossing.
3. **Fill out application form** — Obtain and complete the visa application form at the counter (sometimes also available online).
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over form, photos, passport, supporting documents, and pay the visa fee in cash (USD/THB/LAK).
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 10–30 minutes, but can be longer at busy times.
6. **Receive visa and clear immigration** — Once processed, passport with visa sticker is returned; proceed to immigration control for entry stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity** (Identity): Must have at least two blank visa pages
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Provided on arrival
- **Two recent passport-size photographs** (Identity): White background, 35x45mm
- **Copy of passport bio page** (Identity, optional): Sometimes requested
- **Flight itinerary (confirmed onward ticket)** (Travel): Showing departure from Laos within 30 days
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): First night booking usually sufficient
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, credit card, or bank statement showing adequate means
- **Visa fee in cash (USD or local currency)** (Financial): Approximately 40 USD, may vary slightly by nationality and entry point

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of 1,000 USD for stay
- Cash
- Credit card
- Bank statement

Enough funds for entire stay and onward travel; often not strictly checked but recommended.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is not available at all land borders; check specific crossing beforehand.
- Visa fees are cash only and may vary by nationality; have exact change in USD or Thai baht.
- Overstaying results in fines (approx. 10 USD per day).
- Passport must have at least two blank pages for visa sticker and entry stamp.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Renew passport before travel.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Show proof of departure from Laos.
- **Prior immigration violation in Laos** — Check your record or contact Laotian embassy.
- **Criminal record or security concerns** — Ensure no travel bans or serious criminal history.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of China can get a visa on arrival in Laos. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Laos visa cost for citizens of China?

Government fee: $40.

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity; Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs; Flight itinerary (confirmed onward ticket); Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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