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title: Laos visa for citizens of Kiribati
description: Citizens of Kiribati 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 Kiribati

Citizens of Kiribati 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.*

Official application site: https://laoevisa.gov.la/

## 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
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Obtain visa on arrival** — Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at designated international airports or land border checkpoints.
2. **Complete application form** — Fill in the visa application form available at the entry point.
3. **Submit required documents** — Provide passport, photograph, and any other requested documents to the officer.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the visa fee in cash (USD or LAK) as per the published rates.
5. **Receive visa and enter** — Once processed, collect the visa sticker and proceed to passport control.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Completed visa on arrival application form** (Travel): Form provided at entry point or online.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Recent passport photo (usually 4x6 cm).
- **Visa fee payment (cash in USD or local currency)** (Financial): Fee payable on arrival varies by nationality.
- **Valid return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Laos may be requested.
- **Hotel booking or proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): May be requested upon arrival.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Sufficient funds for stay may be requested.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is available only at specific international airports and land border checkpoints.
- Some border crossings are only open to regular visa holders – check before travel.
- eVisa and visa on arrival are separate processes; eVisa cannot be obtained at the border.
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months remaining validity.
- **Incorrect or missing documents** — Carry required documents including photo and payment cash.
- **Previous immigration violations or overstay** — Ensure no prior overstay or blacklist in Laos.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Kiribati 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 Kiribati stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Completed visa on arrival application form; Passport-sized photograph; Visa fee payment (cash in USD or local currency); Valid return or onward ticket; Hotel booking or proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://laoevisa.gov.la/

## Sources

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

## More

- [Laos visa for every passport](/visa/laos)
- [Every destination for Kiribati passport holders](/visa/passport/kiribati)