Fiji passport → Laos

Laos visa for citizens of Fiji

eVisaVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Fiji 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 (typically $1,000 equivalent)

How to apply

1
Arrive at eligible border checkpoint
Proceed to a Laos international border checkpoint that offers visa on arrival for Fijian passport holders.
2
Complete visa application form
Fill out the visa on arrival application form provided at the checkpoint.
3
Submit documents and pay fee
Hand over passport, photo, form, and pay the visa fee in cash (USD or Lao Kip).
4
Receive visa and enter
Visa is stamped into passport; proceed through immigration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must have at least 6 months validity from date of entry.
Passport-size photo
One recent color photo (4x6 cm).

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Laos within 30 days.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
Bank statement or cash equivalent may be requested.

Supporting

Visa application form
Completed on arrival at the checkpoint.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: $1,000 equivalent

Bank statement
Cash

Immigration may ask to see proof of funds; not always enforced.

Good to know

Not all border crossings offer visa on arrival; only international checkpoints are valid.
eVisa is available for certain entry points but this lane is VOA.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date.

Insufficient funds or no onward ticket

Carry proof of sufficient funds and a return/onward ticket.

Arriving at a non-VOA checkpoint

Only use international border crossings that offer VOA.

FAQ

Do citizens of Fiji need a visa for Laos?

Citizens of Fiji 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 Fiji stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Fiji need for Laos?

Valid passport; Passport-size photo; Visa application form; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

How long must my passport be valid for Laos?

At least 6 months.

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