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title: Laos visa for citizens of Saudi Arabia
description: Citizens of Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia

Citizens of Saudi Arabia 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
- **Proof of funds:** Show at least $1,000 equivalent or proof of sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated Laos port of entry** — Only specific airports, land borders, and railway crossings issue VOA. See note about border restrictions.
2. **Obtain and fill out visa application form** — Complete the VOA form provided at the immigration counter.
3. **Submit form, photos, and passport** — Hand all documents to the immigration officer for processing.
4. **Pay visa fee in cash** — Pay $40 USD (or equivalent in Thai Baht) at the designated counter.
5. **Wait for visa issuance** — Processing is typically 15–60 minutes while the visa is stamped.
6. **Receive passport and enter Laos** — Collect your passport with the visa sticker. Proceed to customs.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid at least 6 months from arrival)** (Identity): Must have at least 2 blank visa pages.
- **Completed visa application form (issued on arrival)** (Supporting): Received at the port of entry counter.
- **Two recent passport-size photographs (4×6 cm)** (Identity): White background.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure within 30 days.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement, credit card, or cash showing ability to stay.
- **Visa fee in cash (USD or Thai Baht)** (Supporting): Typically $40 USD. Check local currency availability.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Enquired upon arrival, not always mandatory.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 1,000 equivalent
- Cash
- Bank statement
- Credit card

Sufficiency determined at officer's discretion.

## Good to know

- Not all border crossings issue VOA; 18 of 33 land crossings only accept regular visa holders.
- eVisa is an alternative for specific airports and border bridges, but this route is VOA.
- VOA may not be available for all nationalities; this info applies only to Saudi Arabia passport holders.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity from arrival date.
- **Lack of blank visa pages** — Carry at least two blank pages.
- **No onward/return ticket or proof of funds** — Prepare a printed onward ticket and proof of cash.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Saudi Arabia need a visa for Laos?

Citizens of Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Saudi Arabia need for Laos?

Passport (valid at least 6 months from arrival); Completed visa application form (issued on arrival); Two recent passport-size photographs (4×6 cm); Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa fee in cash (USD or Thai Baht); and 1 more depending on your situation.

### 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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