Laos Digital Immigration Form (LDIF)
All foreign travellers, including visa holders and visa-exempt visitors.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The Laos Digital Immigration Form (LDIF) is a digital arrival and departure registration that replaced paper arrival and departure cards on 1 September 2025.
It is a registration, not a visa, and does not grant entry or permission to stay.
Who needs it
- All foreign nationals and stateless travellers need it, including visa holders, visa-exempt visitors, diplomats, children and transit travellers.
- Lao citizens are excluded; no other exemption is published.
- It does not replace a visa or exemption.
2Requirements
- PassportA valid passport.
- Passport bio page photoPhoto of the bio-data page.
- Email addressA valid email address.
- Travel detailsEntry port, arrival date and accommodation details.
Important to know
- Errors on the government form cause rejections, such as transit travellers choosing Tourism or poor passport images.
- The government form reportedly has a 10 MB file cap, is English-only and is open weekdays 08:00 to 16:00 Lao time.
- Do not register more than 3 days before travel.
- An LDIF does not grant entry; a valid visa or exemption is still needed.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application.
- Receive your resultA QR code is emailed; keep it on your phone or print it.
4Timing and speed
Arrival and departure each need a separate registration. You cannot register earlier because the QR code is valid for 3 days.
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
See the official portal for fee details; a paid service charges for completing the form and support.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal at no service charge.
6After approval
- A QR code is emailed; keep it on your phone or print it.
- Show it at the checkpoint with your passport and visa or exemption.
- The government form handles one person at a time, so families register each member separately.
?Questions about Laos Digital Immigration Form (LDIF)
Does it replace a visa?
No. You still need an eVisa, visa on arrival or visa exemption.
Who must complete it?
All foreign and stateless travellers entering or leaving Laos; only Lao citizens are excluded.
How far ahead?
Within 3 days before arrival and separately within 3 days before departure.
How do I present it?
Show the emailed QR code on your phone or printed, with your passport and visa.
Does it cover land borders?
Partly; four checkpoints at launch including one land crossing.
Do children need it?
Yes, every traveller must be registered.
Is transit covered?
Yes, registration is still required.
How long does the Laos Digital Immigration Form (LDIF) take?
Processing: as fast as 15 minutes. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using Laos Digital Immigration Form (LDIF) help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
