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title: Laos visa for citizens of India
description: Citizens of India 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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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Laos visa for citizens of India

Citizens of India 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. **Confirm your entry point offers VOA** — Only 15 of 33 border crossings issue visas on arrival; e-Visa holders may use Luang Prabang, Pakse, Vientiane airports, the 3 Friendship Bridges, and Boten (road and rail).
2. **Prepare documents and cash** — Bring passport, photos, onward ticket and USD cash for the fee.
3. **Complete the arrival/visa form** — Fill the form on arrival or distributed in transit.
4. **Submit at the visa-on-arrival counter** — Hand documents and fee to the immigration officer before passport control.
5. **Receive stamped visa and enter** — The 30-day single-entry visa is stamped into your passport; keep the arrival slip for departure.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport valid at least 6 months** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Completed arrival/visa application form** (Identity): Provided and filled at the border or on the plane/boat.
- **Recent passport-size photo** (Identity): Usually 1–2 photos; spares recommended as photo booths may charge.
- **Visa fee in cash (USD)** (Supporting): Payable in cash; USD recommended, THB often accepted at a worse rate.
- **Confirmed onward/return ticket** (Travel): Officers may ask for proof of departure within 30 days.
- **Hotel booking or accommodation address** (Travel, optional): Sometimes requested as proof of stay.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Occasionally requested; cash or bank statement usually suffices.

## Proof of funds

- cash
- bank statement

Proof of funds is only occasionally requested at the border.

## Good to know

- Only 15 of 33 border crossings issue visas on arrival — verify your crossing beforehand.
- Carry USD cash; card payment is not accepted at VOA counters.
- Bring spare passport photos as on-site photo services are costly.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity under 6 months** — Renew passport before travel.
- **No onward ticket shown** — Carry a printed confirmed departure booking.
- **Arriving at a crossing that does not issue VOA** — Check the crossing offers VOA or obtain an e-Visa in advance.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of India 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 India stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

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

Passport valid at least 6 months; Completed arrival/visa application form; Recent passport-size photo; Visa fee in cash (USD); Confirmed onward/return ticket; Hotel booking or accommodation address; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- [Lao Official Online Visa - Get your lao eVisa online - Lao eVisa](https://laoevisa.gov.la/)
- [Laos Visa for Indian Citizen | Apply for eVisa Portal](https://www.evisagov.la/official/en-us/countries/india)
- Laos online eVisa Application - Laoembassy.com (laoembassy.com, third-party site)

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- [Laos visa for every passport](/visa/laos)
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