How to get a Laos visa from Ghana

• A Laos tourist visa allows Ghanaians to travel to Laos for tourism or family visit.
• In addition to a completed application form, the following items are required:
• Passport:
• must have 6 months validity
• must have 1 blank visa page for stamping
• must not be damaged or changed
• Photograph:
• Two colored photos taken in 3 months on quality paper
• Has to be taken against white background
• 2×2 inches
• Face must be facing front with neutral expression
• Not head-wear or eyeglasses are allowed accept for religious purposes
• A visa does not guarantee entry into Laos; it is at the immigration officers’ discretion to allow entry into the country.
• Applicants are advised to start processing their visa well in advance of their travel — sometimes the processing time could take up to one month.
• Travelers must not overstay their visa. Doing this will attract a heavy fine.
• It costs US$10 for each day overstayed, paid at the immigration checkpoint on departure.
• The tourist visa fee varies depending on the passport of origin—it usually ranges between with US$30 and US$45.
• It's cheaper to pay in US dollars than the local currency. No other foreign currencies are accepted.
• The 30-day tourist visa can be extended an additional 90 days at a cost of 20,000K per day, but only in major cities such as Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Pakse and Savannakhet.

• Ghanaians traveling to Laos for business need to secure a business visa.
• Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for Ghanaians. No other immunizations are required for Laos at this time.
• Customs inspections at ports of entry are lax, as long as you're not bringing in more than a moderate amount of luggage.
• You're not supposed to enter the country with more than 500 cigarettes or 1L of distilled spirits. All the usual prohibitions on drugs, weapons and pornography apply.
• You may not always be required to show a return ticket if you are travelling overland. However, it is wise to procure an itinerary from a travel agent to avoid problems.
• Visas are usually valid for 30 days. If you obtain a visa in advance from the embassy, it's generally valid for a 30-day stay within two months of issue.
• Though it is unlikely that you will be asked to provide proof, applicants are advised to bring last few bank statements, tax returns or salary slips.
• You can extend your 30-day visa up to an additional 60 days for a fee of US$2 per day through the Department of Immigration in Vientiane.
• If you overstay your visa, you’ll have to pay US$10 a day on exit for every day over.
• Adults travelling alone with children should be aware that they may be required to produce documentary evidence of parental responsibility before entering the country.
• It is not usually needed, but you should come along with a veterinary certificate in case it is asked.
• You may need to provide an invitation letter from the Laos company you will be visiting. This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
• If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
• A letter of financial support or your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed. Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration.
• You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
• It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
• Applicants are advised to ensure their applications are accompanied by all relevant supporting documents before submission.
• Incorrect statements may result in delay or refusal of your visa application, or if not discovered until after visa has been issued, may result in revocation.

The official national currency in Laos is the Lao kip (K). Although only kip is legally negotiable in everyday transactions, in reality, three currencies are used for commerce: kip, Thai baht (B) and US dollars (US$).

Laos is only relatively safe. Violent crime, such as robbery and sexual assault, occur from time to time but tourists are rarely targeted. Extreme caution is advised while in the country.

No. Laos is not one of the 26 Schengen countries.

Laos is a Southeast Asian country traversed by the Mekong River and known for its mountainous terrain, French colonial architecture, hill tribe settlements, and Buddhist monasteries.

Some Lao people are able to understand, read and talk in English but the common language is Thai.