Indian nationals visiting Laos in 2025 will be required to hold a valid visa before entry. Laos has several visa types such as Visa on Arrival (VoA), electronic visa (e-Visa) and embassy visa. Such options have flexibility in terms of tourism, business or other short-term visits.
Documents Generally Needed to obtain Laos Visa
Valid Indian passport containing at least 6 months of validity till date of arrival and two blank pages.
The recent passport-size photographs with the given criteria.
Onward or confirmed return flight tickets.
Evidence of accommodation Hotel reservation or a host invitation letter to Laos.
Proof of adequate finances to cover the period of stay.
Filled visa application form online (when it comes to e-Visa) or on arrival (when it comes to VoA).
A vaccination certificate of Yellow Fever is advised.
Visa fees as and where applicable.
Visa Types and Fees
Tourist Visa ( e- Visa or Visa on Arrival): 30 days single entry, it is renewable once, to a period of 30 days. Typical fee $30–$50 (approx. ₹2,500–₹4,200).
Business Visa: This is normally 1 month with the possibility of extension. Fees vary.
Transit Visa: 7 days, no extensions.
Embassy Visa: It is applied at Lao embassy and is appropriate in longer stays or specialities. Fees vary.
Application Process and Major Conditions
In case of e- Visa: You can apply online and then at the official e- Visa portal of Laos, upload documents, pay fees and once the visa is granted it is received within a normal span of 3-5 working days.
Visa on Arrival: Visa on Arrival is available in international airports ( Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse ) and at certain land borders. Bring all the necessary papers and money in USDs.
Passport should have a minimum of 6 months of validity on the date of arrival.
E-visa approval or already filled application forms of VoA should be carried by travelers in the form of printouts.
Exceeding visa time can draw fines.
Travel insurance is optional but advisable.
Frequently Asked Questions of Indian Travelers to Laos.
Summary
Laos offers hassle-free and convenient visa conditions to Indian tourists in terms of e- Visa, Visa on Arrival and visas issued by the embassy. There is clearance on immigration by proper documentation, payment of visa fees and carrying of travel proofs. Holders of Indian passports will have up to 30 days (renewable) of stay whether they come to visit, on business or transit purposes. They should apply for e-Visa early in order to save time during busy travel months.
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