Monaco passport → Laos

Laos visa for citizens of Monaco

eVisaVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Monaco 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
Arrive at Lao immigration checkpoint
Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at international airports (Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse) or designated land borders (e.g., Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges).
2
Collect and complete application form
Obtain the visa application form and arrival/departure card at the counter, fill them out with accurate personal and travel details.
3
Submit documents and passport
Hand over the completed forms, passport, photograph, and onward ticket (if requested) to the immigration officer.
4
Pay visa fee
Pay the visa-on-arrival fee in cash (usually $40 USD). Keep the receipt.
5
Wait for visa processing
Processing is immediate; visa is stamped into passport within a few minutes.
6
Receive passport with visa and proceed
Collect your passport with the visa stamp, pass through passport control, and enter Laos.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date and have at least one blank visa page.
Passport-sized photograph
One recent color photograph with white background, 35x45mm.

Travel

Completed arrival/departure card
Filled out on arrival, customs form also required.

Financial

Visa fee in cash
Approximately $40 USD, must be paid in cash at the immigration counter.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is not available at all land borders; check eligibility at your specific point of entry.
Ensure you have exact change in USD or Thai baht; some border crossings may accept other currencies but USD is preferred.
The visa-on-arrival fee may vary slightly by nationality; confirm with official sources before travel.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date.

Missing required documents

Prepare a passport photo, completed forms, and cash fee in advance.

Visa not available at chosen border crossing

Confirm that your intended entry point offers visa on arrival for your nationality (e.g., some land borders are only for visa holders).

FAQ

Do citizens of Monaco need a visa for Laos?

Citizens of Monaco 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 Monaco stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Monaco need for Laos?

Passport; Passport-sized photograph; Completed arrival/departure card; Visa fee in cash.

How long must my passport be valid for Laos?

At least 6 months.

Plan your trip to Laos

Nowah is an AI travel agent that books flights, hotels and eSIMs in one conversation and keeps track of your visa paperwork along the way. Need data on arrival? See the Nowah eSIM guide for Laos.

Plan the trip in Nowah All visa guides