Guatemala passport → Laos

Laos visa for citizens of Guatemala

eVisaVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Guatemala 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
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Arrive at a designated border checkpoint
Present yourself at one of the Lao international border crossings that issue visa on arrival.
2
Complete the visa application form
Fill out the arrival/departure card and visa application form provided at the checkpoint.
3
Submit documents and pay fee
Hand over your passport, photograph, onward ticket, and the visa fee (USD 40) to the immigration officer.
4
Receive visa and enter Laos
Once processed (usually 10–15 minutes), your passport will be stamped and you may proceed through immigration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Passport-size Photograph
One recent photograph (usually 4x6 cm).

Travel

Onward or Return Ticket
Confirmed ticket showing departure from Laos within 30 days.

Financial

Visa Fee in Cash
USD 40 (or equivalent Thai baht / Lao kip) paid at the border.

Supporting

Visa Application Form
Completed arrival/departure card provided on arrival.

Proof of funds

Visa fee must be paid in cash (USD, Thai baht, or Lao kip). No fixed minimum balance is required, but border officials may request proof of funds.

Good to know

Not all border crossings issue visa on arrival; 18 of the 33 crossings are only open to regular visa holders.
Entry via land borders may require a visa obtained in advance; confirm the specific checkpoint is VOA-eligible.
Overstaying the 30-day period incurs fines of USD 10 per day.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date you enter Laos.

Insufficient funds or no onward ticket

Carry proof of onward travel and enough cash for the visa fee and your stay.

Arriving at a non-VOA border checkpoint

Use only the international airports (Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse) or the designated Friendship Bridges and Boten crossing.

FAQ

Do citizens of Guatemala need a visa for Laos?

Citizens of Guatemala 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 Guatemala stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Guatemala need for Laos?

Valid Passport; Passport-size Photograph; Visa Application Form; Onward or Return Ticket; Visa Fee in Cash.

How long must my passport be valid for Laos?

At least 6 months.

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