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Indian Citizens Visiting Laos

Visa requirements, entry rules, and travel information for 2026

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Visa on arrival for 30 days
Up to 30 days per visit

Indian citizens can obtain a visa upon arrival at Laos's airports and designated border crossings. Have your documents and fees ready before landing.

📋 Required Documents

🛂 Valid passport — minimum 6 months validity beyond your stay
📷 Recent passport-sized photos (white background, last 6 months)
📝 Completed visa application form (from the embassy website)
✈️ Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking
🏨 Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, Airbnb, or host invitation)
💳 Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, last 3 months)
🏥 Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage recommended)
💼 Proof of employment, business registration, or student enrollment

⚠️ Requirements vary. Always verify with the official Laos embassy before applying.

🛂 How to Get Your Visa on Arrival

  1. 1
    Prepare your documents
    Have your passport, return ticket, accommodation proof, and cash for the visa fee ready before landing.
  2. 2
    Proceed to visa on arrival counter
    On arrival at Laos's airport, look for the "Visa on Arrival" counter before passport control.
  3. 3
    Submit your application
    Complete the arrival form, submit your documents, and pay the visa fee in the accepted currency.
  4. 4
    Receive your visa
    Your visa is stamped in your passport on the spot. You may stay for up to 30 days.

🏛️ Laos Embassy Contact

Contact the Laos embassy in your country to apply for your visa.

🌐www.indianembassylaos.gov.in
View full embassy details →

Laos — Quick Facts

Laos, officially the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR), is a country in Mainland Southeast Asia, and the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia. It is bordered by Myanmar and China to the northwest, Vietnam to the east, Cambodia to the southeast, and Thailand to the west and southwest.

🏛️ Capital
Vientiane
💱 Currency
Lao kip (LAK)
📞 Dial Code
++856
🗣️ Language
Lao

🆘 Emergency Numbers in Laos

🚔 Police
191
🚑 Ambulance
195
🚒 Fire
190

⚠️ Visa information is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect recent policy changes. Always verify requirements with the official embassy or government website before travel.

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