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title: Laos visa for citizens of Guatemala
description: Citizens of Guatemala need a visa for Laos and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Laos visa for citizens of Guatemala

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

- **Valid Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
- **Passport-size Photograph** (Identity): One recent photograph (usually 4x6 cm).
- **Visa Application Form** (Supporting): Completed arrival/departure card provided on arrival.
- **Onward or Return Ticket** (Travel): Confirmed ticket showing departure from Laos within 30 days.
- **Visa Fee in Cash** (Financial): USD 40 (or equivalent Thai baht / Lao kip) paid at the border.

## 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.

## FAQs

### 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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