Estonia passport → Laos

Laos visa for citizens of Estonia

eVisaVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Estonia 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 border checkpoint
Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at international airports (Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse) or designated land border crossings.
2
Complete visa application form
Fill out the visa application form provided at the counter with personal and travel details.
3
Submit documents and photograph
Hand over your passport, completed form, and passport photo to the immigration officer.
4
Pay visa fee
Pay the visa fee in cash (USD, THB, or LAK) as displayed at the counter.
5
Receive visa and passport
Wait a few minutes while the visa is processed and affixed to your passport; then collect your passport.
6
Proceed to passport control
Present your passport with the visa to the immigration officer for entry stamp.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least one blank visa page.
Passport-size photograph
One recent color photograph (4x6 cm) with white background.

Travel

Onward or return ticket
Proof of onward travel out of Laos within the visa validity period.
Hotel booking or accommodation proof
Optional
May be requested to confirm itinerary.

Financial

Visa fee
Approximately USD 30 (or equivalent in Thai Baht or Lao Kip) paid in cash.

Supporting

Visa application form
Provided and completed on arrival at the immigration checkpoint.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is not available at all land border crossings; check official Lao immigration website for eligible entry points.
Overstaying the visa may result in a fine of USD 10 per day.
The visa is single entry; leaving Laos voids the visa.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.

Insufficient blank pages in passport

Have at least one blank visa page available.

Lack of onward ticket

Carry a printed or digital copy of your onward or return flight booking.

Incorrect or incomplete application form

Fill out the form clearly and completely; ask for assistance if needed.

FAQ

Do citizens of Estonia need a visa for Laos?

Citizens of Estonia 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 Estonia stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Estonia need for Laos?

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Visa application form; Visa fee; Onward or return ticket; Hotel booking or accommodation proof.

How long must my passport be valid for Laos?

At least 6 months.

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