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title: Laos visa for citizens of Saint Lucia
description: Citizens of Saint Lucia 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 Saint Lucia

Citizens of Saint Lucia 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 designated Laos visa-on-arrival checkpoint** — Only select international airports and border crossings issue VoA
2. **Fill out application form** — Obtain and complete the visa application form at the counter
3. **Submit documents and passport photo** — Hand over your passport, photo, and completed form
4. **Pay visa fee in cash** — Pay the fee (usually USD 30) at the payment counter
5. **Collect passport with visa stamp** — Wait while processing (usually 15-30 minutes) and collect your passport

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)** (Identity)
- **Completed visa on arrival application form** (Supporting): Obtain at arrival counter or pre-print
- **Passport-sized photo (4x6 cm)** (Identity)
- **Visa fee in cash (USD or local currency)** (Financial): Typically $30 for tourist visa
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel)
- **Hotel booking or invitation letter** (Travel, optional): May be requested

## Good to know

- Only 18 of 33 border crossings issue VoA; check official list before travel.
- E-Visa is available for some entry points but VoA is used here.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **No onward ticket** — Show proof of departure from Laos
- **Arriving at a non-VoA border crossing** — Use only airports and crossings that offer visa on arrival
- **Insufficient funds or cash** — Carry enough USD or Lao Kip to pay the fee

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Saint Lucia need a visa for Laos?

Citizens of Saint Lucia 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 Saint Lucia stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Saint Lucia need for Laos?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Completed visa on arrival application form; Passport-sized photo (4x6 cm); Visa fee in cash (USD or local currency); Return or onward ticket; Hotel booking or invitation letter.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

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