E-visa

Laos Tourist eVisa

Eligible nationalities visiting for tourism.

ProcessingLanding Authorization in as little as 3 business days
Valid for2 months from issue
EntriesSingle
Stay up to30 days
Official portalSee detailsfee confirmed before payment
  1. 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
  2. 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
  3. 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
  4. 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates

1Overview

The Laos Tourist eVisa is an electronic travel authorisation for tourism, applied for online. It allows a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days.

It is not for business, employment or diplomatic purposes, which need a visa from a Laos Embassy or Consulate.

TypeE-visa
CountryLaos
Documents4 items
Govt portalSee details

Who needs it

  • Citizens of over 160 countries can apply.
  • Most foreign nationals need a visa, but citizens of ASEAN countries, Russia, South Korea, Japan, Switzerland and Luxembourg, among others, can enter visa-free for 15 to 30 days depending on nationality.
  • Every traveller, including infants and minors, needs their own visa.
Entry points: Wattay (Vientiane), Luang Prabang and Pakse airports; Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges I, II and IV; Boten Railway Station (Lao-China border) and Khamsavath Railway Station (Vientiane). Smaller land borders, such as some crossings from Vietnam or Cambodia, likely do not accept the eVisa.

2Requirements

  • PassportValid for at least 6 months from arrival, with one blank page.
  • Passport photoRecent photo.
  • Proof of accommodationHotel booking or invitation letter.
  • Email addressA valid email address.
Validity: Single entry, up to 30 days per entry, valid for 60 days (about 2 months) from issue.

Important to know

  • Incorrect passport details are the main denial reason; low-quality photos are also common.
  • It is not for business trips.
  • It is not accepted at many smaller land borders.
  • If denied, submit a new application with corrected information.

3How to apply with Ok E-visa

  1. Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
  2. Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
  3. We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application.
  4. Receive your resultAn approval letter arrives by email as a PDF; print it, in colour if possible, and carry it.

4Timing and speed

StandardGovernment can take up to a few days
FastestLanding Authorization in as little as 3 business days

Processing speeds

StandardStandard processing
FastFaster than standard
Super Fastas fast as 3 days

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.

An extension carries a fee.

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

  • An approval letter arrives by email as a PDF; print it, in colour if possible, and carry it.
  • On arrival, go to the dedicated eVisa counter for your entry stamp.
  • Extension is possible at the Immigration Office in Vientiane or provincial capitals, usually for 30 more days, for a fee.

?Questions about Laos Tourist eVisa

Do I need a visa for Laos?

Most nationals do; some nationalities enter visa-free for 15 to 30 days.

How do I receive it?

As a PDF approval letter by email; print it and bring it.

Which entry points accept it?

Three airports, several Thai-Lao bridges and two railway stations.

How long can I stay?

Up to 30 days, single entry, valid 60 days from issue.

How long does processing take?

Government can take a few days; expedited can be as little as 3 business days.

Can I use it for business?

No, tourism only.

Can I extend in Laos?

Yes, usually 30 more days for a fee.

What if it is denied?

Resubmit with corrected information.

How long does the Laos Tourist eVisa take?

Processing: as fast as 3 days. 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 Tourist eVisa 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

Checked before filingWe look for common mistakes that cause rejections.
No surprise chargesYour total in USD is shown before you pay.
Real human supportReach us on WhatsApp or email any time.
Track every stepUpdates by email, WhatsApp and order tracking.

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.

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