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title: Laos visa for citizens of South Africa
description: Citizens of South Africa 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 South Africa

Citizens of South Africa 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

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated border checkpoint** — Ensure it is one of the crossings that issue visa on arrival.
2. **Complete arrival/departure card and visa form** — Fill out the forms provided at the border.
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, photo, forms, and visa fee in USD.
4. **Receive visa and enter** — Visa is stamped in passport; proceed to immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months with blank visa pages.
- **Passport photo** (Identity): One recent color photograph, passport-sized.
- **Arrival/departure card** (Travel): Completed on arrival.
- **Visa application form** (Supporting, optional): May be required; usually provided at border.

## Good to know

- Only certain border crossings issue visa on arrival; check the latest list.
- Exact change in USD is recommended; availability of change may be limited.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Missing or incorrect documents** — Carry a passport photo and complete forms accurately.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Laos?

Citizens of South Africa 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 South Africa stay in Laos?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of South Africa need for Laos?

Passport; Passport photo; Arrival/departure card; Visa application form.

### 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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