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title: Laos visa for citizens of France
description: "Citizens of France can get a visa on arrival in Laos. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $35. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Laos visa for citizens of France

Citizens of France 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
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $35
- **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 (typically $1,000 equivalent)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at eligible border crossing** — Only certain airports and land borders issue VOA (e.g., Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse, Friendship Bridges).
2. **Proceed to VOA counter** — Look for the 'Visa on Arrival' sign before immigration.
3. **Submit application form and photo** — Fill out the form and hand it with your passport and photo to the officer.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the fee in cash (USD or THB).
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15–30 minutes.
6. **Receive visa and enter** — Officer stamps visa into passport; proceed to immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity and two blank pages.
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Obtain and fill out at the border or airport.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent photo (4x6 cm).
- **Visa fee in cash** (Financial): Pay in US dollars or Thai baht (exact change preferred).
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel within 30 days.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash may be requested.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of $1,000
- Cash
- Bank statement

Officers may ask to see proof of funds.

## Good to know

- VOA may be refused if passport has less than 6 months validity.
- Some border crossings do not offer VOA (e.g., only for regular visa holders).
- Have exact cash in USD or THB to avoid delays.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months.
- **No onward ticket** — Carry a printed return/onward ticket.
- **Previous overstay in Laos** — Do not overstay previous visas.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $35.

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

Valid passport; Completed visa application form; Passport-size photo; Visa fee in cash; Onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

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