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title: Venezuela visa for citizens of Laos
description: "Citizens of Laos need a visa for Venezuela and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $30. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Venezuela visa for citizens of Laos

Citizens of Laos need a visa for Venezuela 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://www.saime.gob.ve/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist / Business
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Create account on SAIME portal** — Register at https://www.saime.gob.ve/ with a valid email
2. **Complete eVisa application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload passport, photo, itinerary, hotel, bank statement, insurance, and vaccination certificate
4. **Pay visa fee online** — Pay $30 USD via credit/debit card or bank transfer
5. **Submit application** — Review all information and submit electronically
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 3-5 business days; check status online
7. **Receive eVisa by email** — Approved eVisa is sent as PDF; print and carry during travel

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages
- **Digital passport photo (white background, 35x45mm)** (Identity): Taken within last 6 months
- **Completed eVisa application form** (Supporting): Fill online at SAIME portal
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed reservation or booking
- **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation** (Travel): Must cover entire stay
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Minimum balance equivalent to $500 USD
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting): Coverage for entire stay in Venezuela
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): If traveling from endemic area
- **Passport copy (data page)** (Identity): Clear scanned copy
- **Proof of employment or business registration** (Employment, optional): For business travelers: company letter

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $500 USD
- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Sufficient funds to cover stay and return

## Good to know

- eVisa must be used within 90 days of issuance
- Entry may be refused if passport has less than 6 months validity
- Yellow fever vaccination required if traveling from endemic countries

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission
- **Insufficient funds or unclear bank statement** — Provide statement showing at least $500 USD balance
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew passport before applying

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Laos need a visa for Venezuela and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist / Business.

### How long can citizens of Laos stay in Venezuela?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Venezuela visa cost for citizens of Laos?

Government fee: $30.

### How long does Venezuela visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Digital passport photo (white background, 35x45mm); Completed eVisa application form; Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel reservation or letter of invitation; Bank statement (last 3 months); and 4 more.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.saime.gob.ve/

## Sources

- [saime.gob.ve](https://www.saime.gob.ve/)

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