How Indian passport holders get a visa for Laos: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — apply online before travel
- Government fee: USD 35 (~₹3,000) standard eVisa. Rush options up to USD 50. Non-refundable.
- Processing time: 3 business days standard (3–5 with verification). Apply 1–2 weeks before travel.
- Maximum stay: 30 days from arrival, single entry. Extendable in-country by another 60 days via the Department of Immigration in Vientiane.
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 78/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from arrival, 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-style photo (white background, JPG)
- Confirmed return / onward ticket
- Hotel bookings or itinerary
- Valid email + card for online payment
How & where to apply
Apply on the official Lao eVisa portal — laoevisa.gov.la. Visa-on-arrival is also available at major airports (Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse) and some land borders, but the eVisa is faster on arrival. Lao Visa Online — eVisa portal (official, laoevisa.gov.la)
Transit & connections
No transit visa needed for an airside connection through Vientiane (VTE) or Luang Prabang (LPQ).
Good to know
eVisa is the simplest route. Laos is popular as a slow-travel addition to a Thailand or Vietnam trip — many travellers cross by land from Thailand. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://immigration.gov.la/en/visas
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Laos?
eVisa — apply online before travel. eVisa is the simplest route. Laos is popular as a slow-travel addition to a Thailand or Vietnam trip — many travellers cross by land from Thailand. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Laos visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from arrival, 2 blank pages; Recent passport-style photo (white background, JPG); Confirmed return / onward ticket; Hotel bookings or itinerary; Valid email + card for online payment
How long does a Laos visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: 3 business days standard (3–5 with verification). Apply 1–2 weeks before travel.. Government fee: USD 35 (~₹3,000) standard eVisa. Rush options up to USD 50. Non-refundable.. Maximum stay: 30 days from arrival, single entry. Extendable in-country by another 60 days via the Department of Immigration in Vientiane..
How do Indians apply for a Laos visa?
Apply on the official Lao eVisa portal — laoevisa.gov.la. Visa-on-arrival is also available at major airports (Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse) and some land borders, but the eVisa is faster on arrival. Official source: https://immigration.gov.la/en/visas