Visa Free Countries for Laotians

See all countries Laotians can enter visa free.

Visa not required Countries for Laotians

16 countries do not require Laotians to present a passport before entering the country.

Visa on Arrival countries for Laotians

13 countries permit Laotians to receive a visa at the port of entry. Often you have to pay a fee at the immigration desk, but some countries give a visa on arrival for free.

E-visa countries for Laotians

14 countries require Laotians to present an electronic visa before gaining entrance into the country.

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Visa not required countries for Laotians

Flag Country Name Stay Duration Country Description Entry Requirements
Vietnam Vietnam 30 days

Vietnam is famous for its scenic plains, its diverse culture, and for its most special taste for snake wine! It is home to over 95 million people.

  • Vietnam is a country located in the Southeastern part of the Asian continent.
  • Laos citizens don't need a visa for traveling to Vietnam as a tourist. The maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months following the arrival date in Vietnam and have at least 2 blank pages.
  • Hanoi is the capital city of Vietnam but unlike other countries whose capital is also the largest city, Hanoi is the second-largest city of Vietnam by population.
  • Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city and main commercial center of Vietnam.
  • The official language spoken in Vietnam is Vietnamese and English is favored as a second language.
  • Vietnam is famous for its natural landscapes, ancient history, and vibrant culture.
  • Vietnamese do not believe in the existence of God or gods but the three main religions practiced in Vietnam are Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
  • The official currency of Vietnam is the Vietnamese dong (VND).
  • The climate of Vietnam is characterized by strong monsoon which makes it both tropical and temperate with a considerable amount of sun, a high rate of rainfall, and high humidity.
  • Required vaccinations for Myanmar citizens traveling to Vietnam include; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), pneumonia and influenza.
  • Vietnam uses 220V supply voltage, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type A, Type C, and Type F.
  • Popular tourist centers in Vietnam include; Cu Chi Tunnels, The Marble Mountains, and Phong Nha Cave.
  • The operating airlines in Vietnam include; Vietnam Airlines, Jetstar Pacific Airlines, Vietjet, Vietnam Air Services Company (VASCO) and Bamboo Airways.
  • Vietnam uses Indochina Time all year round and it is 7 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. There is no Daylight Saving Time in Vietnam.
  • Laos and Vietnam are on the same time zone, there is no time difference between the two countries.
  • The total flight duration between Laos and Vietnam is 1 hour 42 minutes and the distance is 891 Km.
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Cambodia Cambodia 30 days

Cambodia is a country of over 16.01 million people known for being the home of the largest religious monument in the world, for its warm culture, and...

  • Cambodia is a country located in the southern part of southeast Asia with its main city at Phnom Penh.
  • Laos citizens are eligible to visit Cambodia without a visa with a duration of stay of 30 days.
  • A passport valid for at least six (6) months from the expiry date with one recent passport-sized photograph is required for Laos citizens entering Cambodia.
  • Cambodia is famous for the Khmer Empire which was a Hindu-Buddhist temple. The Khmer Empire forms what is now  Angkor, a famous tourist attraction in Cambodia.
  • The only official language spoken in Cambodia is Khmer even though a small number of the citizens speak French, English, and Chinese.
  • Cambodia's official currency is the Cambodian Riel (KHR) and US Dollars. The US Dollars is mostly used, while KHR is especially used for small transactions.
  • Theravada Buddhism is the official religion in Cambodia and it is practiced by 95% of the population. The climate in Cambodia is tropical, which makes it hot all year round.
  • The rainy season in Cambodia is from May to mid-November while the dry season is from mid-November to April.
  • The vaccines required before entering Cambodia include; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Cambodia uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type A, Type C, and Type G.
  • The top tourist centers in Cambodia include; Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple, Banteay Srei, Sihanoukville, and Preah Vihear.
  • Airlines operating in Cambodia are; Cambodia Angkor Air, Sky Angkor Airlines, Bassaka Air, JC International Airlines, Lanmei Airlines, Small Planet Airlines, KC International Airlines, and Cambodia Bayon Airlines.
  • There is no time difference between Laos and Cambodia. They are both on the same time zone.
  • The total flight duration between Laos and Cambodia is 1 hour 37 minutes, the distance is 854 Km.
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Thailand Thailand 30 days

Thailand is a country with a population of 68 million people. It's known for being the biggest rice exporter in the world,for its sensual massage parl...

  • Thailand, officially known as the Kingdom of Thailand is a country located at the center of the Southeast Asia continent and has Bangkok as its largest and capital city.
  • Laos citizens can travel to Thailand without a visa as a tourist as long as they are traveling by air. The maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Laos citizens are expected to present other travel documents like a passport with a minimum validity of 6 months as well as a valid national ID card.
  • Thailand is famous for its great 'Thai foods', martial arts, beaches, and many temples.
  • The official language spoken in Thailand is Thai.
  • Buddhism is the main religion practiced in Thailand.
  • Thailand's currency is Baht and it is represented with the symbol - ฿.
  • The climate of the country is tropical with a mean annual temperature of 82°F and high humidity.
  • Thailand experience hot season from March to May, cool season from November to February and the rainy season from June to October.
  • Required vaccinations when visiting Thailand include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies.
  • Thailand uses 230V as the standard voltage while 50Hz is the standard frequency. The power plugs and sockets in Thailand are Type A, Type B, Type C, Type F, and Type O.
  • Among the top-rated tourist centers to visit in Thailand are; Railay Beach, Koh Phi Phi, The Grand Place, Sunday Walking Street, and Pai.
  • Airlines operators in Thailand include; Bangkok Airways, Jet Asia Airways, K Mile Air, New Gen Airways, Nok Air among others.
  • The flight time difference between Laos and Thailand is 1 hour 9 minutes, the distance is 517 Km.
  • There is no time difference between Laos and Thailand, both countries are in the same time zone which is 7 hours ahead of GMT.
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Brunei Darussalam Brunei Darussalam 30 days

Brunei is a small country of over 417,200 people famous for its vast oil reserves, excellent roads and infrastructure, and the controversial...

  • Brunei is a tiny nation located on the southeastern part of Asia and has Bandar Seri Begawan as its capital.
  • Laos citizens traveling to Brunei do not need a visa for stays up to 30 days.
  • Necessary documents for Laos citizens visiting Brunei include a passport with validity of at least 6 months beyond arrival date and one page required for entry stamp as well as six blank visa pages.
  • Brunei is known for its beaches and biodiverse rainforest.
  • The official language spoken in Brunei is Malay.
  • The popular religion practiced in Brunei is Islam, while a smaller number of the population practice Christianity and Buddism.
  • Brunei's currency is the Bruneian Dollar (BND) and the symbol is $.
  • In Brunei, there is no restriction on the importation of local currency but you cannot export more than B$1000 or its equivalent.
  • The importation and exportation of Myanmar currency in Brunei is unlimited and must be declared at the port. Export currency should not exceed the amount declared.
  • The climate in Brunei is tropical equatorial and humid subtropical with heavy rainfall and temperature ranges between 22°C and 32°C.
  • Brunei experience rainy season from September to January and dry season from February to April.
  • Required vaccinations when visiting Brunei include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Brunei uses 240V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type G.
  • Tourist centers to visit in Brunei are The Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Kampong Ayer, The Istana Nurul Iman, The Royal Regalia Museum and Malay Technology Museum.
  • Royal Brunei Airline is the official airline of Brunei and the government's airline is Sultan Flight.
  • The time difference between Laos and Brunei is 1 hour. Brunei is ahead of Laos
  • The total flight duration from Laso to Brunei is 2 hours 43 minutes, the distance is 1967 Km.
  • Brunei observes Brunei Darussalam Time all year round. There is no Daylight Saving Time and its time zone is 8 hours ahead GMT.
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Singapore Singapore 30 days

The Republic of Singapore is a city-state and an island country with a population of about 5 million people and the fastest walkers in the world.

  • Singapore is a sovereign island in Southeast Asia. Its capital is referred to Singapore because it is a city-state.
  • Laos citizens have free access to visit Singapore without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
  • Laos citizens who intend to stay in Singapore for a period longer than 30 days will have to apply for the appropriate visa type.
  • Standard travel documents like passport / national ID card is sufficient for Laos citizens to visit Singapore.
  • Singapore is best known for clean, beautiful, tall and modern buildings because of its strict law on vandalism, littering and public urination on streets.
  • Major languages spoken in Singapore are; English, Malay, Tamil, and Mandarin Chinese.
  • The four major religions practiced in Singapore are; Buddhism/Taoism, Islam, Hinduism, and Christianity. Other religions include Sikhism, Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Baha'i, and Jainism.
  • Singapore currency is known as the Singapore dollar with the symbol: '$' and code 'SGD'.
  • In Singapore, amounts exceeding SGD 20,000 or its equivalent, inclusive of traveler cheque, bearer cheque, bill of exchange, and promissory note should be declared on arrival.
  • Singapore's climate is tropical. It stays hot and humid throughout the year. Singapore is usually cooler in December and January, while it gets hot in April and May.
  • Recommended vaccines for Singapore include; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Singapore uses 230V, 50Hz with socket and plug Types C, G, and M.
  • Among the top tourist centers in Singapore are Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Botanic Garden, Singapore Zoo, and Orchard Road.
  • The operating airlines in Singapore include Jetstar, Scoot, Air Asia, Cebu Pacific, and Lion Air.
  • There is no Daylight Saving Time in Singapore, the country observes Singapore Time all year round and it is 8 hours ahead of GMT.
  • The time difference between Laos and Singapore is 1 hour. Singapore is ahead of Laos.
  • The flight distance between Laos and Singapore is 1,282 Km while the flight duration is 3 hours 12 minutes.
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Philippines Philippines 30 days

Philippines is the 12th most populated country in the world with a population of over 108 million people. It is known for its exports of coconuts and...

  • The Philippines is an archipelagic country in Southeast Asia. Its capital is Manila which serves as the center of the country's cultural, economic, social and political activity.
  • Laos citizens are eligible to visit the Philippines without a visa within 30 days.
  • Laos citizens willing to spend beyond 30 days should apply for a visa at the Philippines embassy or apply for an extension of stay at the Bureau of Immigration office in the Philippines.
  • Necessary documents needed for entering the Philippines are a return ticket to origin country and a valid passport for at least six (6) months beyond the stay in the Philippines.
  • The Philippines is known for having numerous beautiful beaches with delicious fruits.
  • The official languages in the Philippines are Filipino and English.
  • The Philippines is known to be the only nation in Asia with a high number of Christian domination.
  • The Philippine Peso is the currency of Philippines with the code PHP and symbol ₱.
  • The Philippines climate comes in 5 types - tropical rainforest, tropical savanna, tropical monsoon, humid subtropical characterized by high temperature, oppressive humidity and plenty of rainfall.
  • Visitors are eligible to carry up to USD 10,000 or its equivalent in any other foreign currency, in cash or other monetary instruments, into and out of the Philippines.
  • The Philippines time zone is 8 hours ahead of the Greenwich Meridian Time. The country observes the same time all year, no daylight saving time.
  • The required vaccines before entering the Philippines are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Some top tourist centers to visit in the Philippines include; Boracay, Banaue Rice Terraces, Chocolate Hills, Tubbataha Reef, and San Agustin Church.
  • Philippines uses 220V, 60Hz with sockets and plugs Type A, Type B, and Type C.
  • Airline operators in the Philippines are Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Philippines, Cebgo, Xiamen Airlines, Jeju Air, Royal Air Charter, SkyJet Airlines, Bangkok Airways, Singapore Airlines, Scoot Tigerair, and Thai Airways.
  • The time difference between Laos and the Philippines is 1 hour. The Philippines is ahead of Laos.
  • The flight duration from Laos to the Philippines is 2 hours 40 minutes while the distance is 2,197 Km.
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Malaysia Malaysia 30 days

Malaysia is a country in south eastern Asia. It is the 44th most populated country in world having a population of over 30 million people. It has its...

  • Malaysia is among the countries in Southeast Asia with Kuala Lumpur as its capital.
  • Laos citizens can get e-visa for visiting Malaysia as a tourist for a stay period of 30 days and the visa is valid for 90 days.
  • Required documents when applying for Malaysia tourist e-visa are passport with at least 6 months of validity, a recent passport-sized photo, proof of funds, hotel reservation and return flight ticket.
  • Malaysia is known as the Halal Food Certification nation in the world. Other countries of the world get advised from Malaysia on Halal Food matters.
  • The official language spoken in Malaysia is known as Malay.
  • The major religion practiced in Malaysia is Islam. Other religions practiced by a small number of the population include Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, and traditional Chinese religions.
  • The currency spent in Malaysia is the Malaysian ringgit (MYR) with the symbol Rm.
  • Malaysia's climate is known to be equatorial, i.e. hot and humid throughout the year.
  • Vaccines required before entering Malaysia are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Malaysia uses 240V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type G.
  • Some of the tourist centers to visit in Malaysia include Gunung Gading National Park, Manukan Island, Mulu Cave, Sepilok Rehabilitation Center and The Petronas Twin Towers.
  • Malaysia does not operate Daylight Saving Time (DST), the clocks stay on Standard Time all year round. Malaysia Standard Time is 8 hours ahead of the Greenwich Meridan Time.
  • The time difference between Laos and Malaysia is 1 hour. Malaysia is ahead of Laos.
  • Operating airlines in Malaysia include Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, AirAsia X, AirAsia, Firefly, Indonesia AirAsia, Scoot, China Southern Airlines.
  • The total flight duration and distance between Laos and Malaysia is 4 hours 25 minutes and 1,741 Km.
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Indonesia Indonesia 30 days

Indonesia is a country of some 240 million people. It is known for its several islands, its active volcanoes, and for being the home of the last of th...

  • The Republic of Indonesia is a country in Southeast Asia, located between the Indian and Pacific oceans. It has its capital at Jakarta.
  • Myanmar citizens traveling to Indonesia as tourists do not need a visa and the duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Required documents for Myanmar citizens to visit Indonesia as a visa-free country include; Myanmar's passport with at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and have at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings.
  • Indonesia is famous for its volcanoes and attractive mountain fire.
  • The official language spoken in Indonesia is Indonesian.
  • The major religion practiced in Indonesia is Islam. However, there are 6 different faith in which the citizens of the country believes in, which are Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism.
  • The currency used in Indonesia is the Indonesian Rupiah, uses the symbol: Rp and code IDR.
  • There is currency restriction on the export of foreign currencies exceeding the equivalent of IDR100,000,000 must be declared upon arrival.
  • Indonesia's climate is almost an entire tropical type. The humidity of the country is high and ranges between 70 to 90 percent.
  • The vaccinations required before visiting Indonesia are Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus, Poliomyelitis, and Japanese B Encephalitis.
  • Indonesia uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • The tourist centers to visit in Indonesia include; Beaches of Bali, Borobudur, Orangutans of Borneo, Gili Islands, and Komodo National Park.
  • Indonesia has multiple time zones, Western Indonesian Time which is 7 hours ahead of the GMT, Central Indonesian Time, 8 hours ahead of the GMT and lastly, Eastern Indonesian Time which is 9 hours of the GMT.
  • Indonesia and Laos are in the same time zone.
  • The airline operators in Indonesia are Garuda Indonesia, Citilink Airlines, Air AsiaLion air, Batik Air, Wings Air, Tiger Air, Sriwijaya Air, Thai Air.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Indonesia is 4 hours 33 minutes while the distance is 2,613Km.
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Micronesia Micronesia 30 days

  • Micronesia is a country in the Western Pacific Ocean with its capital at Palikir.
  • Laoscitizens can visit Micronesia without a visa as tourists with a duration of stay of 30 days.
  • Travelers who intend to stay longer than 30 days can extend their stay up to 60 days while at Micronesia.
  • The only required document for Laos citizens visiting Micronesia is a valid passport that will not expire in 120 days (about 4 months) from the date of your arrival.
  • Micronesia is known for its abundance in marine products such as fish.
  • The official language spoken in Micronesia is English, other languages are Pingelapese, Ngatikese, Satawalese, Puluwatese, Mortlockese, and Mokilese.
  • The religion practiced in Micronesia is Christianity.
  • The United States Dollar is the official currency spent in Micronesia.
  • There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency. Amounts over US$5,000 must be declared upon arrival.
  • The tourist centers found in Micronesia are Nan Madol, Kepirohi Waterfall, Pilen Seleur Eel Pools, and Nihco Marine Park.
  • Micronesia climate is a typical warm, tropical climate with two different seasons. The dry season is between December to April and the wet season is from April to December.
  • Micronesia observes multiple time zones, Chuuk Time, Pohnpei Standard Time and Kosrae Time. Chuuk Time is 10 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time while Pohnpei Standard Time and Kosrae Time are 11 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
  • Micronesia uses 120V, 60Hz with sockets and plugs Type A and Type B.
  • The vaccinations required before visiting Micronesia include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza. 
  • The time difference between Laos and Micronesia is 4 hours. Micronesia is ahead of Laos.
  • The operating airlines in Micronesia are Capital Airlines, Continental Airlines, Continental Micronesia, New York Air, Pan American World Airways, People Express Airlines, Texas International Airlines.
  • The total flight duration from Myanmar to Micronesia is 7 hours 31 minutes and the distance is 6,171 Km.
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Myanmar Myanmar 14 days

Burma (Myanmar) has a population of 54 million people and is rich in mineral resources and Buddhist temples. It is also the least...

  • Myanmar is on the Southeastern part of Asia. The capital and largest city is Yangon.
  • Laotians visiting Myanmar as a tourist do not require a visa and the duration of stay is 14 days.
  • The required documents in visiting Laos include A valid Myanmar passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity and a blank page for a visa sticker and two (2) recent passport-type photographs.
  • Myanmar is otherwise known as the golden land because of its golden pagodas placed all over the country.
  • The citizens of Myanmar practiced Theravada Buddhism as a major religion. 
  • The official language spoken in Myanmar is Burmese, other ethnic languages include Sino-Tibetan, Austro-Asiatic, Tai–Kadai, Indo-European, Austronesian, and Hmong–Mien.
  • The currency spent in Myanmar is known as the Burmese Kyat (MMK).
  • The import and export of local currency are not allowed in Myanmar. Visitors are expected to declare amounts exceeding USD 10,000 or equivalent on entry.
  • The power plug and socket types used in Myanmar are of type C, D, F, and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Myanmar's climate is tropical monsoon. It has a considerable amount of sun and a high rate of rainfall. The annual average temperature ranges from 22°C to 27°C throughout the year.
  • Myanmar observes Myanmar Time all year and there is no Daylight Saving Time. Myanmar Time is 6 hours 30 minutes ahead of the GMT.
  • The vaccines to be taken before visiting Myanmar are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • The top tourist centers in Myanmar include The Elegant Shwedagon pagoda, Bagan, Mandalay, Inle Lake, and Golden Rock Pagoda.
  • The airlines operating in Myanmar include Air KBZ, Asian Wings, Golden Myanmar Airlines, Mann Yadanarpon Airways, Myanmar Airways International (MAI), Myanmar National Airlines (MNA) and Yangon Airways.
  • The time difference between Myanmar and Laos is 30 minutes. Laos is ahead of Myanmar.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Myanmar is 2 hours 25 minutes while the distance is 717 Km.
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Mongolia Mongolia 30 days

  • Mongolia is among the landlocked countries in the Eastern part of Asia. It has its main city in Ulaanbaatar.
  • Laos citizens traveling to Mongolia as a tourist do not require a visa and can stay as long as 30 days.
  • The required document needed from Laotian is a valid passport for at least 6 months, 2 blank passport pages for stamp on entry and exit, travel itinerary, etc.
  • Mongolia is famous for its steppe lands i.e. dry grassy plains which makes Mongolians herding Lifestyle favorable.
  • The official language of Mongolia is Mongolian. The two most dialect languages are Oirat and Buryat while Mongolic Khamnigan, Kazakh, and Tuvan languages are other languages spoken in some regions of the country.
  • The major religions practiced in Mongolia are Buddhism and shamanism.
  • There are no restrictions of currency on the import of local and foreign currencies, provided they are declared on arrival. Local and foreign currencies can be taken out up to the amount brought in and declared.
  • Mongolia uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type E.
  • The climate in Mongolia is extremely continental with short summers and long cold winters.
  • Mongolia observes two Daylight Saving Time, Hovd Time and Ulaanbaatar Time. Hovd Time is 7 hours ahead of GMT while Ulaanbaatar Time is 8 hours ahead of the GMT.
  • The vaccines required before visiting Mongolia are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
  • Among the top-rated tourist centers in Mongolia are Gobi desert, Altai 5 bogd, Kharkhorin-Erdenezuu, Orkhon Valley, and Khustai National Park.
  • The time difference between Laos and Mongolia is 1 hour. Mongolia is ahead of Laos.
  • The operating airlines from Laos to Mongolia are Lao Airlines and China eastern.
  • The flight duration from Laos to Mongolia is 7 hours 11 minutes, the distance is 3,006 Km.
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Haiti Haiti 3 months

Haiti is home to over 10 million people, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus; where cocks get high on rum.

  • Haiti is a country located in North America. The capital of Haiti is Port-au-Prince.
  • Laos citizens visiting Haiti as a tourist do not require a visa with the duration of stay 3 months.
  • The required documents needed for Laos citizens to visit Haiti are a valid passport for at least 6 months, a recent passport photograph, and a travel itinerary.
  • Haiti is known to be the best place for tourism. Tourism in Haiti serves as the major support to the country's GDP and helps in stabilizing the country's economy.
  • The official languages in Haiti are French Creole and Haitian.
  • Haiti uses 110V, 60Hz with sockets and plugs Type A and Type B.
  • The official religion of Haiti is Roman Catholicism and Voodoo is considered as the national religion.
  • The Haiti currency is known as the Haitian Gourde (HTG).
  • There are no restrictions upon entry or exit of local or foreign currency. Although, amounts exceeding US$10,000 or equivalent must be declared on arrival.
  • Haiti's climate is warm and tropical, influenced by different temperatures.
  • Haiti time zone is the Eastern Standard Time and it is 5 hours behind the Greenwich Mean Time. Haiti also observes Daylight Saving Time which is 4 hours behind the GMT.
  • The required vaccines before visiting Haiti are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Some of the tourist centers in Haiti are Bassin Bleu, Port Salut, Labadee, Kokoye Beach, and Ils-a-Rat Beach.
  • The time difference between Haiti and Laos is 12 hours. Laos is ahead of Haiti.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Haiti is 20 hours 6 minutes, while the distance is 15,556 Km.
  • The operating airline from Laos to Haiti is China Eastern Airlines.
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Ecuador Ecuador 90 days

Ecuador is a country with a population of seventeen million people. It is known for its Amazonian rain forest, its impeccable Andes peaks, and for its...

  • Ecuador is a country located in SouthAmerica. The capital and the largest city is Quito.
  • Laos citizens are eligible to visit Ecuador as a tourist without a visa and can stay up to 90 days.
  • The requirements documents for Laos citizens to visit Ecuador include a valid passport for at least 6 months beyond their travel dates, a return/onward ticket, and health insurance.
  • Ecuador is known for having a lot of volcano islands which made it one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing.
  • The official language of Ecuador is Spanish, there are also other ten native languages spoken in Ecuador.
  • The predominant religion practiced in Ecuador is Christianity.
  • The currency spent in Ecuador is the United States Dollar (USD).
  • There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency. Although, amounts exceeding US$10,000 must be declared on entry.
  • The vaccines required before visiting Ecuador are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Ecuador uses 120V, 60Hz with sockets and plugs Type A and Type B.
  • The day time temperature in Ecuador is usually warm in the region of 25 °C (77 °F). The climate in Ecuador is subtropical.
  • Ecuador currently observes two time zones which are Ecuador Time and Galapagos Time. Ecuador Time is 5 hours behind the GMT, Galapagos Time is 6 hours behind the GMT.
  • The tourist centers in Ecuador include Galapago Islands, San Fransisco Church, Otavalo Market, Catedral Nueva, and Montañita.
  • The time difference between Laos and Ecuador is 12 hours. Laos is ahead of Ecuador.
  • The operating airlines in Ecuador are AeroGal, LAN Airlines, American Airlines as well as Iberia Airlines.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Ecuador is 22 hours 40 minutes and the distance is 18,015 km.
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Gambia Gambia 90 days

Gambia is known for its lovely beaches, its incredible reserve of diverse bird species, and for being home to Jufureh, the ancestral village of Kunta...

  • Gambia is a country located in the Western part of Africa. The capital city of Gambia is Banjul and its largest city is Serekunda.
  • Citizens of Laos traveling to The Gambia do not need a visa and stay up to 90 days.
  • The required documents for The Gambia visa are a valid passport for at least 6 months before its expiration, a return/onward ticket, a recent passport photograph, bank statement.
  • The Gambia is known for the beaches in its small Atlantic coastline.
  • The official language spoken in the Gambia is English. Other local languages are Fula, Jola, Mandinka, Pulaar, Soninke, Serer-Sine and Wolof.
  • The religion practiced in the Gambia is predominantly Islam.
  • The currency used in the Gambia is the Gambian Dalasi replacing the Gambia Pound since 1971.
  • There are no restrictions on both local and foreign currency in the Gambia but currencies from these countries, Algeria, Ghana, Guinea, Morocco, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Tunisia are prohibited will not be exchanged.
  • Gambia uses 230V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type G.
  • The Gambia has a tropical climate with different dry and rainy seasons with temperatures as low as 18 °C (64.4 °F).
  • The following vaccines are required before visiting the Gambia, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • The Gambia's time zone is exactly on the Greenwich Mean Time and observes no Daylight Saving Time.
  • Some of the top-rated tourist centers in the Gambia are Albert market, National Museum, Kachikally crocodile pool, Bijilo National Park, and Wassu Stone Circles.
  • The time difference between Laos and the Gambia is 7 hours. Laos is ahead of The Gambia.
  • The operating airlines in the Gambia are Turkish Airlines, Thomas Cook, Brussels Airlines, Gambia Bird, Condor Airlines, Arik Air, Air Europa, Corendon Dutch Airline.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to the Gambia is 16 hours 5 minutes while the distance is 12,274 km.
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Dominica Dominica 21 days

​​Dominica is a small country of more than 74,474 people known for its lush, unspoiled rain forests, several hot springs, and for its black...

  • Dominica is an island country in the Caribbean located in North America. The capital and the largest city is Roseau.
  • Laos passport holders can visit Dominica for a duration of 21 days without a visa.
  • The intending visitors are to have a passport valid for at least six months from the expected date of entry into Dominica. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Dominica is the world's second-largest hot spring due to its famous "Boiling Lake". The lake is a flooded fumarole filled with bubbling greyish-green water.
  • Travelers are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in Dominica, which could be a recent bank statement.
  • A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Dominica and a confirmation of accommodation during their stay which could be in the form of a hotel reservation or letter from the host already in the country will be required.
  • The official and most spoken language in Dominica is English. Some regions in Dominica speak a dialect called Kokoy.
  • The Eastern Caribbean dollar is the official currency in Dominica. Tourists can exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
  • Christianity is the prominent religion practiced in Dominica which consists of Roman Catholics and Protestants. Islam, Buddhism, Baha'i, and Hinduism make up other religions.
  • Dominica uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type D and Type G.
  • Dominica has a tropical climate. It is usually hot and humid all year round, with cool and dry season from January to mid-April and a hot, humid and rainy season from mid-June to mid-November.
  • Dominica observes the Atlantic Standard Time which is 4 hours behind the GMT. There is no Daylight Saving Time in Dominica.
  • Some of the top tourist centers in Dominica are Champagne Reef, Titou Gorge, Middleham Falls, Trafalgar Falls, and Morne Trois Pitons National Park.
  • The required vaccines before visiting Dominica are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • The time difference between Laos and Dominica is 11 hours. Laos is ahead of Dominica.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Dominica is 21 hours 18 minutes while the distance is 15,719 km.
  • There is no direct flight from Laos to Dominica but here are the airlines operating in Dominica, InterCaribbean Airways, Silver Airways, LIAT, Air Caraibes, Seaborne Airlines, Air Antilles Express.
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Russian Federation Russian Federation 30 days

Russia is a country of over 144 million people who love vodka, and popular for the abundance of brown bears.

  • Russia is officially known as the Russian Federation. It is a European country located in Eastern Europe and stretches across Northern Asia.
  • Laos citizens owning a diplomatic or service passport, do not require a visa as a tourist before visiting Russia. The duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Required documents for Laos citizens before visiting Russia are a valid passport with at least 6 months before the expiration date, national identity card, a recent passport photograph, proof of income, a guarantee letter, a certificate confirming payment of the state duty and other documents.
  • One of the famous alcohol drinks produced in Russia is Vodka.
  • Russian is the official language spoken in Russia.
  • The main religion practiced in Russia is Christianity.
  • The currency spent in Russia is the Russian Ruble (RUB).
  • You are entitled to import/export up to $10,000 USD in cash into Russia, but sums over $3000 should be declared at customs. This applies to all foreign currencies and to rubles, with the exact quantities varying slightly from currency to currency.
  • Russia uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • Russia observes 11 time zones with no Daylight Saving Time. Russia is among the countries with the most time zones worldwide.
  • Russia has a highly continental influenced climate with warm to hot dry summers and very cold winters with temperatures of -30°C and lower and sometimes heavy snowfall.
  • The following vaccinations are required before traveling to Russia hepatitis A, hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Among the top-rated tourist centers in Russia are Saint Basil's Cathedral, Hermitage Museum, Moscow Kremlin, Suzdal, Lake Baikal.
  • There is no time difference between Laos and Russia. Both countries are in the same time zone.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Russia is 6 hours 33 minutes, while the distance is 4,640 Km.
  • Airlines that operate from Laos to Russia are Vietnam Airlines, Bangkok Airways.
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Visa on arrival countries for Laotians

Flag Country Name Stay Duration Country Description Entry Requirements
Nepal Nepal 90 days

Nepal, officially the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, is a home to about 26.4 million people and eight of the world’s ten tallest mountains incl...

  • Nepal is a country between India and Tibet, located in the southern part of Asia.
  • Kathmandu is the capital and also the largest city in Nepal.
  • Laos citizens traveling to Nepal can get visas on arrival as tourists with the duration of stay of 90 days.
  • Necessary documents required for Nepal visa are original passport with at least 6 months’ validity and a recent photograph.
  • Nepal is known for having mountain peaks. The country possesses 8 out of 10 highest peaks in the world, including Mountain Everest.
  • The official language spoken in Nepal is Nepali. However, a good amount of government officials and businesses speak English.
  • The religions practiced in Nepal are Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Jainism, Sikhism, Bon and Animism. The most practiced religions are Hinduism and Buddhism.
  • The currency spent in Nepal is known as the Nepalese Rupee - NPR.
  • Bringing in USD5,000 or more, or the equivalent amount in any other currency must be declared on arrival. The export of local and foreign currency must be declared as well.
  • Nepal has 5 seasons; spring, summer, monsoon, autumn, and winter.
  • The vaccinations required before entering Nepal are; Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Meningitis. Boosters are also recommended for Tetanus, Polio, Mumps, and Measles.
  • Nepal uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C, Type D and Type M.
  • The tourist centers to visit in Nepal include; Bhaktapur, Boudhanath Stupa (Bodhnath), Pokhara, the Annapurna Region and more.
  • The major operating airlines in Nepal are; Nepal Airlines, Yeti Airlines, and Buddha Air.
  • The time difference between Laos and Nepal is 2 hours. Laos is ahead of Nepal.
  • The flight duration from Laos to Nepal is 6 hours 23 minutes while the distance is 2,089 Km.
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Sri Lanka Sri Lanka 30 days

Sri Lanka is an island country home to 21 million people and the best tea.

  • Sri Lanka is officially known as the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. It is one of the countries on the Asian continent with its main city in Colombo.
  • Laos citizens can get e-visa for visiting Sri Lanka as a tourist for a short stay period of 30 days.
  • Required documents include valid passport for at least 6 months from the date of departure, hotel reservations spanning the duration of stay as well as evidence of payment.
  • Sri Lanka is famous for its Ceylon Tea, jewelry, gems and moonstones.
  • The languages spoken in Sri Lanka are Sinhalese and Tamil.
  • The main religion practiced in Sr Lanka is Theravada Buddhists while the other religions include; Hindus, Muslims, and Roman Catholic.
  • The Sri Lankan Rupee is the currency in Sri Lanka with the code LKR and symbol Rs.
  • There is no restriction of foreign currency in Sri Lanka but if the total money exceeds USD15,000, it must be declared to the Sri Lanka customs.
  • The climate of Sri Lanka is tropical with both wet and dry seasons.
  • It rains in the Southwestern part of Sri Lanka between May and September while the dry season comes up between December and March.
  • The recommended vaccines for Sri Lanka are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Sri Lanka uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type D and Type G.
  • Some of the tourist centers to visit in Sri Lanka include Nine Arch Bridge, Mihintale, Adam's peak, Yala National Park, and Sigiriya Rock Fort.
  • The time zone in Sri Lanka is 5 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. The country observes no Daylight Saving Time.
  • The operating airlines in Sri Lanka are Sri Lankan airlines, cinnamon Air and Helitours, Laos Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Singapore Airlines, and China eastern.
  • The time difference between Sri Lanka and Laos is 2 hours. Sri Lanka is ahead of Laos.
  • The flight duration from Laos to Sri Lanka is 11 hours while the distance is 2,693 Km.
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India India 60 days

India is home to over a billion people, the best cuisine and the tallest mountain range in the world. 

  • The visa policy in India permits citizens of Laos to visit for a time period of 90 days by applying for an electronic visa(e-visa). The e-visa costs about US$80.
  • Visitors from Laos are advised to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before departure. 
  • This e-visa allows foreigners to gain entry to India through 28 airports and 5 seaports.
  • Prospective visitors are to show a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Citizens of Laos are not required to provides evidence of yellow fever vaccination. They are advised to get vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling to India.
  • Travellers from Laos with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • The import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
  • Also, the importation and exportation of the local currency of India are set at a maximum of INR 25,000.
  • Laotians will be required to show proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
  • Tourists will also be asked to show a recent bank statement has as evidence of having enough money to spend while in India.
  • Minors visiting alone are required to have a consent letter signed by both parents or guardian.
  • Laotians visiting India with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Laos.
  • Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Laos. There are international airports in Luang Prabang and Vientiane.
  • Lao Airlines, THAI, Bangkok Airways and Air India are some of the airlines that fly from Laos to India.
  • The estimated flight time from Laos to New Delhi, India is 7 hours, 20 minutes.
  • India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
  • Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
  • The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
  • Cows do wander freely in the streets of India even in major cities. They are harmless, so tourists are advised to give them room. Also, Indians value their cows and respecting these cows can prevent a bad relationship with the locals.
  • The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
  • India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). Laos is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of India.
  • Indians use a head wobble to mean "yes" or agree to something and also as a form of greeting. Learning to do this could benefit a visitor's interaction with the locals.
  • Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
  • The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in India are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
  • Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Madagascar Madagascar 90 days

The Republic of Madagascar, has its capital as Antananarivo. It is a home to about 26,641,187 people and more than half of its wildlife is not found a...

  • Madagascar is on the Eastern part of the African continent. The capital is named Antananarivo.
  • Loas citizens are eligible to visit Madagascar as tourists but will acquire their visas on arrival. The tourist visa on arrival is being applied for via the internet.
  • The maximum duration of stay in Madagascar is 90 days in a year. It is either 30 days per one entry or 60 days per one entry.
  • The required documents when applying for Madagascar tourist on-line visa are a valid passport, an e-mail address, a recent passport photograph and means of payment.
  • Madagascar is known for its primitive relatives of monkeys, colorful chameleons, stunning orchids, and towering baobab trees. The country is also home to some of the world's most unique flora and fauna.
  • The official languages spoken in Madagascar are French and Malagasy.
  • The majority of Madagascans practice their indigenous religion called Andriamanitra, more of them practice Christianity while very few of them practice Islam religion.
  • The currency spent in Madagascar is the Malagasy Ariary.
  • Local currencies on import and export should not exceed the amount of 400,000 Ar. For foreign currency, there is free import & export but amounts exceeding the equivalent of MGA10,000,000 need to be declared.
  • Madagascar observes the Eastern Africa Time all year round and no Daylight Saving Time. The time zone in Madagascar is 3 hours ahead Greenwich Mean Time.
  • Madagascar climate is sub-tropical. Summer is between November and April, and winter is from May to October.
  • Madagascar uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type E.
  • The vaccinations required before visiting Madagascar are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Some of the top-rated tourist centers in Madagascar include Ranomafala National Park, Masoala National Park, Nosy Be, Isalo National Park, and Ile Sainte Marie.
  • The time difference between Laos and Madagascar is 4 hours. Laos is ahead of Madagascar.
  • The airlines operating in Madagascar are Air Madagascar, Tiko Air, Tsaradia, and Madagasikara Airways.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Madagascar is 10 hours 13 minutes while the distance is 7,433 km.
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Armenia Armenia 120 days

Armenia is a small ancient country on the crossroad between Europe and Asia, known for being the first country to adopt Christianity and beautiful car...

  • Armenia is among the countries in the Asian continent. The capital of the country is Yerevan.
  • Laos citizens visiting Armenia are eligible to apply for tourist e-visa or get their visa on arrival at the airport.
  • The maximum duration of stay is 120 days.
  • Documents required to apply for Armenia visa are; passport copy with at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Armenia and has one blank page for stamping, passport photograph not older than 3 months, flight reservations, and return ticket.
  • Armenia is known to be the first Christian Nation in the world and also the only country that made chess a mandatory subject in schools.
  • The official language of Armenia is Armenian. Other languages spoken are Russian, Assyrian, Greek, and Yazidi Kurdish.
  • The religion practiced in Armenia is Christianity.
  • The Armenian Dram is the currency of Armenia.
  • There is no restriction of currency in Armenia for both local and foreign currencies but on entry, amounts exceeding USD10,000 must be declared while on exit, it must be transferred to a bank.
  • Armenia is considered as a sunny country with four seasons; Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter.
  • Armenia does not operate Daylight Saving Time, it observes Armenia Time throughout the year and it is 4 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
  • Vaccinations required in Armenia are; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
  • The tourist centers to visit in Armenia include; Tatev Monastery, The Khor Virap, Geghard Monastery, Vernissage Flea Market, and Temple of Garni.
  • Armenia uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • Operating airlines in Armenia are; Air Armenia, Air Van Airlines, Ararat International AirlinesArmavia, Armenian Airlines, Armenian International Airways, Blu Sky Airlines, Jupiter-Avia.
  • The time difference between Laos and Armenia is 3 hours. Laos is ahead of Armenia.
  • The flight duration and distance between Laos and Armenia are 8 hours 22 minutes and 5863 Km respectively.
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Comoros Comoros 45 days

Comoros is a country in East Africa with a population of less than a million where a wedding can last up to three weeks.

  • Comoros is located on the Eastern part of the African continent. The country's capital is at Moroni.
  • Laos citizens visiting Comoros can get a tourist visa on arrival at the airport. The duration of stay is 45 days.
  • The required document for Laos citizens to visit Comoros is a passport copy valid at the time of entry with at least one blank passport page for stamp.
  • The Volcanic Islands in Comoros are otherwise known as 'perfume islands' because of their fragrant plant life and are famous for their great scenic beauty.
  • The official language spoken in Comoros is Arabic and French. Some parts of the country also speak Comorian.
  • The predominant religion in Comoros is Islam.
  • The Comorian Franc is the currency of Comoros represented with the code KMF.
  • There is no restriction on local and foreign currency in Comoros.
  • Comoros has a humid tropical climate which is characterized by two seasons; austral summer and austral winter. The temperature in Comoros can be as high as 28°C and as low as 4 to 5°C.
  • Comoros uses Eastern Africa Time, which is 3 hours ahead of the Greenwich Mean Time. There is no Daylight Saving Time in Comoros.
  • Comoros uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type E.
  • The vaccines required before visiting Comoros include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
  • The tourist centers in Comoros include Mount Karthala, Moheli, Lac Sale, Moroni, and Mayotte Island.
  • The operating airlines in Comoros are AB Aviation and Int'Air Îles.
  • The time difference between Laos and Comoros is 4 hours. Laos is ahead of Comoros.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Comoros is 11 hours 6 minutes while the distance is 7362 Km.
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Maldives Maldives 30 days

The Maldives has about 446,513 inhabitants. It consists of 26 atolls which are made up of 1192 Coral islands and is also known as the "Hundred Thousan...

  • Maldives is a small island country in South Asia,  located in the Arabian Sea of the Indian Ocean with Malé as its capital.
  • Laos citizens traveling to the Maldives can get visa on arrival as a tourist in 30 days.
  • Documents needed for Laotian to visit Maldive include; Passport copy of 6 months validity on the date of travel with at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings, travel itinerary, flight return ticket and proof of funds.
  • The Maldives are famous for their natural environment including the blue ocean, white beaches, and clean air.
  • Maldives official language is Dhivehi and has been shaped by various languages including Arabic, French, Portuguese, Persian, and English.
  • All citizens of Maldives practice Islamic religion.
  • The official currency of Maldives is the Maldivian rufiyaa (Rf) with the code MVR.
  • There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency in the Maldives.
  • The temperature in the Maldives rarely falls below 25°C (77°F).
  • Maldives has a year-round hot climate with two monsoons.
  • The required vaccines in the Maldives are; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Maldives uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C, Type D, Type G, Type J, Type K, and Type L.
  • The top tourist centers in the Maldives are Maafushi Island, the HP Reef, Fulhadhoo, Vaadhoo Island and more.
  • The Maldives time is the same all year round, it is 5 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time.
  • The time difference between Laos and Maldives is 2 hours. Laos is ahead of Maldives.
  • Operating airlines in the Maldives; Flyme, Maldivian, Manta Air, and Trans Maldivian Airways, Air Asia.
  • The total flight duration and distance between Laos and Maldives is 6 hours 16 minutes and 3,723 Km.
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Iran Iran 30 days

Iran is a country of over 80 million people people. It is famous for being home to the Persian cat, for producing the best rugs, and for having about...

  • Iran, also known as Persia is a country in West Asia with its capital at Tehran.
  • Laos citizens visiting Iran can get their visas upon arrival as tourists with a maximum stay of 30 days.
  • Iran is famous for its beautiful poetry, luxurious rugs, and lush gardens.
  • Required documents needed for Laos citizens to visit Iran are passport with validity of at least 6 months, a passport page required for entry stamp, travel itinerary, and return ticket.
  • The official language of Iran is Persian.
  • The major religion practiced in Iran is Shi'i Islam.
  • The official currency is the Iranian Rial with the code IRR.
  • Foreign currency exceeding US$10,000 must be declared for both entry and exit.
  • Vaccinations required for Iran are; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, anthrax, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Iran's climate is long, hot, dry summer and short, cool winter.
  • Iran's plug type is Type C and Type F with 230V, 50Hz sockets.
  • The tourist centers in Iran are Persepolis, Amir Chakhmaq Square, Cupolas of the bazaars, The Eram garden, and Shemshak ski resort.
  • Iran operates Daylight Saving Time. Iran Standard Time is 3 hours 30 minutes beyond the UTC while the Daylight Saving Time is 4 hours 30 minutes beyond the UTC.
  • The time difference between Laos and Iran is 3 hours. Laos is ahead of Iran.
  • Some of the operating airlines in Iran include; Lufthansa, Qatar Air, China Southern Airlines, Aeroflot, Austrian Airlines, etc.
  • The flight duration from Myanmar to Iran is 7 hours 30 minutes while the flight distance is 5,024 Km.
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Tanzania Tanzania 1 months

Tanzania is home to about 60 million people, Africa's most famous national parks and the highest mountain in Africa

  • Tanzania is located on the Eastern part of the African continent. The capital of Tanzania is Dodoma while its largest city is Dar es Salaam.
  • Laos citizens visiting Tanzania are eligible to get their visas on arrival or apply for an e-visa and stay up to 1 month.
  • Required documents to visit Tanzania include a valid passport and a passport photograph not older than 6 months.
  • Tanzania is famous for being the country with the highest mountain in Africa i.e. Mt. Kilimanjaro.
  • The official languages spoken in Tanzania are Swahili and English.
  • There are only two major religions practiced in Tanzania; Christianity and Islam.
  • Tanzania uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type D and Type G.
  • The official currency spent in Tanzania is the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS).
  • There is no restriction of the foreign currency if declared on entry but it is restricted to the exact amount declared when exiting Tanzania. Tanzanian Shilling is not to be imported or exported.
  • Tanzania uses the Eastern Africa Time zone and it is 3 hours ahead of the Greenwich Mean Time. The country does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
  • Tanzania has a tropical climate but varies according to regions. The day time temperature during the cold season is 10°C while the hot season is 20°C.
  • The top tourist centers to visit in Tanzania include Serengeti National Park, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Zanzibar Beaches, and Lake Manyara National Park.
  • The time difference between Laos and Tanzania is 4 hours, Laos is ahead of Tanzania.
  • The operating airlines in Tanzania include Air Zara International, As Salaam Air, Auric Air, and Auric Air.
  • The total flight duration from Myanmar to Tanzania is 10 hours 22 minutes while the distance is 7,945 Km.
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Bangladesh Bangladesh 30 days

Bangladesh has a population of 162 million people, home to the largest river delta in the world and the most colorful cycle rickshaws.

  • Bangladesh is located in the Southern part of the Asian continent. It has its capital city at Dhaka.
  • Laotians visiting Bangladesh as tourists can get visas on arrival with the duration of stay of 30 days.
  • The required documents for Laotians to visit Bangladesh include a valid passport for at least 6 months, a copy of recent passport photograph with size: 37mmX37mm, hotel reservations, and travel itinerary.
  • Bangladesh is a beautiful country gifted with hills, rivers and mangrove forests like Sundarbans. Bangladesh produces jute and garments like socks, dresses, etc. The longest sea beach in the world, Cox's Bazar is in Bangladesh.
  • The official language spoken in Bangladesh is Bangla, also known as Bengali. Other languages spoken are English, Hindi, and Urdu.
  • The main religion practiced in Bangladesh is Islam. Other religions are Hinduism, Buddhists, Christians, and Animists.
  • Bangladesh currency is known as the Bangladeshi Taka.
  • The currency import regulation for visitors in Bangladesh is unlimited but amounts exceeding USD 5,000. or equivalent must be declared.
  • Bangladesh uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type A, Type C, Type D, Type G, and Type K.
  • Bangladesh has 3 different seasons, hot and humid summer, cool and rainy monsoon season, and cool dry winter with subtropical monsoon climate.
  • The top tourist centers to visit in Bangladesh are Sundarbans Mangrove Forest, Chittagong Hill-Tracts, Srimangal, Rangamati, and Paharpur.
  • The time zone in Bangladesh is Bangladesh Standard Time with no Daylight Saving Time and it is 6 hours ahead the Greenwich Mean Time.
  • The time difference between Laos and Bangladesh is 1 hour. Laos is ahead of Bangladesh.
  • The airline operators from Laos to Bangladesh include Thai Air and Air Asia.
  • The flight duration from Laos to Bangladesh is 4 hours 15 minutes while the distance is 1,324 Km.
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Palau Palau 30 days

Palau is populated with over 22,102 people. Palau is known for its famous Rock island, waterfalls, beautiful beaches and clear blue waters. Palau is a...

  • Palau is an archipelago of many islands located in the Oceania/Australian continent. The capital of Palau is Ngerulmud and its largest city is Koror.
  • Laos passport holders can visit Palau by obtaining a visa on arrival at any international airport in Palau. and the duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Laos citizens who wish to stay beyond the 30-day validity are to apply for an extension at the immigration department in Palau. Note that the visa on arrival can be extended twice.
  • All visitors are required to possess a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Palau. The passport should have at least one blank page for stamping.
  • Tourists are required to pay a $20 departure tax and a $30 green fee ($50 total) per person when exiting Palau.
  • Laos citizens visiting Palau must provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Palau, which could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in Palau.
  • Palau's official languages are English and Palauan. Other languages spoken include Tagalog and Japanese.
  • Christianity is the most prominent religion in Palau, particularly Roman Catholicism, with about 45.3% of the entire population. Other religions like Buddhism, Baha’i faith and Hinduism make up the minority religion.
  • The currency spent in Palau is the United States Dollar (USD).
  • There are no restrictions on entry and exit of local or foreign currency but amounts over US$5,000 must be declared upon arrival.
  • The power and socket plug used in Palau are of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
  • Palau has a tropical rainforest climate with heavy rainfall throughout the year. The dry season is from December to April, and the rainy season is from April to December.
  • Palau observes Palau Time (PWT) with no daylight Saving Time. The time zone is 9 hours ahead of the GMT.
  • The required vaccines before visiting Palau are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
  • The tourist centers to visit in Palau include German Channel, Palau Aquarium, Belau National Museum, Etpison Museum, and Palau Pacific Dive Center.
  • The time difference between Laos and Palau is 2 hours. Laos is behind Palau.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Palau is 6 hours 30 minutes and the distance is 3,720 Km.
  • The airlines that operate from Laos to Palau are Singapore Airlines and SilkAir.
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Cape Verde Cape Verde 30 days

Cape Verde is country in Africa known for being one of the most developed countries in Africa where you can get drunk on Sugarcane.

  • Cape Verde is located on the west coast of Africa and is made up of 10 islands floating in the Atlantic Ocean. It has both the capital and the largest city in Praia.
  • Laotians can travel to Cape Verde by applying for a visa on arrival as tourists and stay up to 30 days.
  • The necessary documents required before applying for the Cape Verde visa include a valid passport, travel dates, and a credit/debit card or a Paypal account.
  • The passport must be at least 6-months’ valid after the intended date of departure from Cape Verde.
  • Cape Verde is famous for its warm tropical climate, volcanic islands, wonderful musicians, and delicious cuisine.
  • The official language is spoken in Cape Verde is Portuguese.
  • The only religion practiced in Cape Verde is Christianity.
  • The Cape Verdean Escudo is the currency used in Cape Verde (CVE).
  • The import and export of local currency are not allowed in Cape Verde.
  • There is no limit to foreign currency one can bring in provided it has been declared on arrival. The foreign currency on exit should not be above CVE 20,000, exceeding amount must have been declared on arrival.
  • Cape Verde uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • The subtropical climate in Cape Verde is pleasant and worthwhile, the average temperatures range between 25-29°C (77-84°F).
  • The time zone in Cape Verde is 1 hour behind the GMT, Cape Verde observes Cape Verde Time all year round with no Daylight Saving Time.
  • The necessary vaccines required before traveling to Cape Verde are Hepatitis A; Tetanus. Other vaccines to consider: Diphtheria; Hepatitis B; Typhoid, and Cholera.
  • The tourist centers to visit in Cape Verde include Buracona, Praia da Atalanta, Dun of Sal, Forte Real de São Filipe, and The pier Santa Maria.
  • The time difference between Laos and Cape Verde is 8 hours, Laos is ahead of Cape Verde.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Cape Verde is 16 hours 50 minutes and the distance is 12,959 km.
  • The operating airlines in Cape Verde are Cabo Verde Airlines and Cabo Verde Express.
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Uganda Uganda 45 days

Uganda has a population of over 40 million people. It is known for having 6.8% of the world's butterfly species, for being home to 11% of the world’s...

  • Uganda is a landlocked country located in East-Central Africa. The capital city and largest city in Uganda is Kampala.
  • Laotians visiting Uganda are eligible to get their visas on arrival or apply for an electronic visa and can stay up to 45 days and expires within 90 days.
  • The documents required before visiting Uganda are a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of entry in Uganda with at least two blank pages for visa stamping, a return/onward ticket, hotel reservations, certificate for yellow fever vaccine, and a recent passport photograph.
  • Uganda serves as the source of the world's longest river (river Nile), the world's remaining Mountain Gorillas, vast and diverse natural wildlife reserves.
  • English and Swahili are the official languages of Uganda. Although, there are forty native languages in Uganda and they are grouped into three main languages: Bantu, Central Sudanic, and Nilotic.
  • Religion in Uganda is divided into indigenous religions, Islam, and Christianity. Christianity is the most practiced religion in the country.
  • The currency spent in Uganda is the  Ugandan shilling (UGX).
  • Uganda uses 240V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type G.
  • The import and export of the local currency are prohibited, while that of foreign currencies is unlimited if declared on arrival.
  • Uganda has a warm tropical climate. There are two dry seasons and two rainy seasons which are from June to August, and from December to February, while the rainy season is from March to May and September to November.
  • Uganda observes Eastern Africa Time all year round with no Daylight Saving Time. The time zone in Uganda is 3 hours ahead of GMT.
  • The vaccinations required before visiting Uganda are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Bwindi National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park are some of the tourist centers Laotians can visit in Uganda.
  • The time difference between Laos and Uganda is 4 hours. Laos is ahead of Uganda.
  • Airlines operating in Uganda are Air Uganda, East African Airlines, Royal Daisy Airlines, Pearl Air Services, Skyjet Airlines.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Uganda is 11 hours 49 minutes while the distance is 7,890 km.
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E-visa countries for Laotians

Flag Country Name Stay Duration Country Description Entry Requirements
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka 30 days

Sri Lanka is an island country home to 21 million people and the best tea.

  • Sri Lanka is officially known as the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. It is one of the countries on the Asian continent with its main city in Colombo.
  • Laos citizens can get e-visa for visiting Sri Lanka as a tourist for a short stay period of 30 days.
  • Required documents include valid passport for at least 6 months from the date of departure, hotel reservations spanning the duration of stay as well as evidence of payment.
  • Sri Lanka is famous for its Ceylon Tea, jewelry, gems and moonstones.
  • The languages spoken in Sri Lanka are Sinhalese and Tamil.
  • The main religion practiced in Sr Lanka is Theravada Buddhists while the other religions include; Hindus, Muslims, and Roman Catholic.
  • The Sri Lankan Rupee is the currency in Sri Lanka with the code LKR and symbol Rs.
  • There is no restriction of foreign currency in Sri Lanka but if the total money exceeds USD15,000, it must be declared to the Sri Lanka customs.
  • The climate of Sri Lanka is tropical with both wet and dry seasons.
  • It rains in the Southwestern part of Sri Lanka between May and September while the dry season comes up between December and March.
  • The recommended vaccines for Sri Lanka are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Sri Lanka uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type D and Type G.
  • Some of the tourist centers to visit in Sri Lanka include Nine Arch Bridge, Mihintale, Adam's peak, Yala National Park, and Sigiriya Rock Fort.
  • The time zone in Sri Lanka is 5 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. The country observes no Daylight Saving Time.
  • The operating airlines in Sri Lanka are Sri Lankan airlines, cinnamon Air and Helitours, Laos Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Singapore Airlines, and China eastern.
  • The time difference between Sri Lanka and Laos is 2 hours. Sri Lanka is ahead of Laos.
  • The flight duration from Laos to Sri Lanka is 11 hours while the distance is 2,693 Km.
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India India 60 days

India is home to over a billion people, the best cuisine and the tallest mountain range in the world. 

  • The visa policy in India permits citizens of Laos to visit for a time period of 90 days by applying for an electronic visa(e-visa). The e-visa costs about US$80.
  • Visitors from Laos are advised to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before departure. 
  • This e-visa allows foreigners to gain entry to India through 28 airports and 5 seaports.
  • Prospective visitors are to show a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Citizens of Laos are not required to provides evidence of yellow fever vaccination. They are advised to get vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling to India.
  • Travellers from Laos with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • The import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
  • Also, the importation and exportation of the local currency of India are set at a maximum of INR 25,000.
  • Laotians will be required to show proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
  • Tourists will also be asked to show a recent bank statement has as evidence of having enough money to spend while in India.
  • Minors visiting alone are required to have a consent letter signed by both parents or guardian.
  • Laotians visiting India with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Laos.
  • Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Laos. There are international airports in Luang Prabang and Vientiane.
  • Lao Airlines, THAI, Bangkok Airways and Air India are some of the airlines that fly from Laos to India.
  • The estimated flight time from Laos to New Delhi, India is 7 hours, 20 minutes.
  • India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
  • Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
  • The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
  • Cows do wander freely in the streets of India even in major cities. They are harmless, so tourists are advised to give them room. Also, Indians value their cows and respecting these cows can prevent a bad relationship with the locals.
  • The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
  • India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). Laos is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of India.
  • Indians use a head wobble to mean "yes" or agree to something and also as a form of greeting. Learning to do this could benefit a visitor's interaction with the locals.
  • Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
  • The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in India are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
  • Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Armenia Armenia 120 days

Armenia is a small ancient country on the crossroad between Europe and Asia, known for being the first country to adopt Christianity and beautiful car...

  • Armenia is among the countries in the Asian continent. The capital of the country is Yerevan.
  • Laos citizens visiting Armenia are eligible to apply for tourist e-visa or get their visa on arrival at the airport.
  • The maximum duration of stay is 120 days.
  • Documents required to apply for Armenia visa are; passport copy with at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Armenia and has one blank page for stamping, passport photograph not older than 3 months, flight reservations, and return ticket.
  • Armenia is known to be the first Christian Nation in the world and also the only country that made chess a mandatory subject in schools.
  • The official language of Armenia is Armenian. Other languages spoken are Russian, Assyrian, Greek, and Yazidi Kurdish.
  • The religion practiced in Armenia is Christianity.
  • The Armenian Dram is the currency of Armenia.
  • There is no restriction of currency in Armenia for both local and foreign currencies but on entry, amounts exceeding USD10,000 must be declared while on exit, it must be transferred to a bank.
  • Armenia is considered as a sunny country with four seasons; Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter.
  • Armenia does not operate Daylight Saving Time, it observes Armenia Time throughout the year and it is 4 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
  • Vaccinations required in Armenia are; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
  • The tourist centers to visit in Armenia include; Tatev Monastery, The Khor Virap, Geghard Monastery, Vernissage Flea Market, and Temple of Garni.
  • Armenia uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • Operating airlines in Armenia are; Air Armenia, Air Van Airlines, Ararat International AirlinesArmavia, Armenian Airlines, Armenian International Airways, Blu Sky Airlines, Jupiter-Avia.
  • The time difference between Laos and Armenia is 3 hours. Laos is ahead of Armenia.
  • The flight duration and distance between Laos and Armenia are 8 hours 22 minutes and 5863 Km respectively.
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Djibouti Djibouti 31 days

Djibouti is a country of more than 956, 985 people known for its impeccable desert landscapes, intriguing marine life, and for celebrating Christmas o...

  • Djibouti is a country located on the Eastern part of Africa. The capital of Djibouti is Djibouti city, also the largest city in the country.
  • Laos citizens can visit Djibouti through tourist e-visa with a period of 31 days.
  • Documents required to obtain a Djibouti tourist e-visa are Laos passport with at least 6 months' validity, a recent passport photograph, a return ticket, and a hotel reservation or invitation letter.
  • Djibouti is very rich in wildlife, scenic sightseeing spots, culture, and tradition.
  • The official languages spoken in Djibouti are French and Arabic.
  • Djibouti is mainly an Islamic country, very few of the population practice Christianity.
  • The currency spent in Djibouti is the Djiboutian Franc.
  • There are no restrictions on exporting local currency (Djibouti Franc-DJF) and foreign currencies.
  • The climate in Djibouti is a tropical desert on the coast and in the north and semi-desert in the central-southern highlands.
  • The time zone in Djibouti is 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time and does not observe Daylight Saving Time but the Eastern Africa Time.
  • The vaccinations required before entering Djibouti are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Djibouti uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type E.
  • Among the top tourist centers to visit in Djibouti are Lake Assal, Day Forest National Park, Grand Bara Desert, and Khor Ambado Beach.
  • The time difference between Laos and Djibouti is 4 hours. Laos is ahead of Djibouti.
  • The airlines that fly to Djibouti are Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Ethiopia Airlines, and Kenya Airways.
  • The flight duration from Laos to Djibouti is 10 hours 9 minutes while the distance is 6,441Km.
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Ethiopia Ethiopia 90 days

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

  • Ethiopia is located on the Eastern part of the African continent. The capital of the country is Addis Ababa.
  • Laos citizens can get e-visa for visiting Ethiopia as a tourist. The maximum duration of stay is up to 90 days.
  • The required visa documents for Laos citizens visiting Ethiopia are a valid passport for at least 6 months from the arrival date to Ethiopia.
  • Ethiopia has more than 70% of Africa's mountains due to its high altitude. The citizens of Ethiopia are also famous for being great long-distance runners.
  • The official language spoken in Ethiopia is known as Amharic, the other languages spoken include English, Arabic, Italian and French.
  • The major religion practiced in Ethiopia is Christianity followed by Islam religion then there is a small community of Jewish.
  • The currency spent in Ethiopia is the Ethiopian Birr (ETB).
  • Citizens of Laos visiting Ethiopia are allowed to hold up to a maximum of 1,000 Ethiopian birrs per trip to and from Ethiopia but must declare all foreign currency exceeding the equivalent of $3,000 when entering the country.
  • Ethiopia does not observe the Daylight Saving Time but the Eastern Africa Time all year round and it is 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
  • Ethiopia has a diverse climate that ranges from tropical savanna to the warm desert climate.
  • The vaccines required before visiting Ethiopia are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Ethiopia uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • Among the top tourist places to visit in Ethiopia are Bale Mountains National Park Trekking, Blue Nile Falls and Portuguese Bridge, Erta Ale Volcano, Ethiopian Traditional Houses, Gondar Castles.
  • The time difference between Laos and Ethiopia is 4 hours 30 minutes. Laos is ahead of Ethiopia.
  • Some of the operating airlines in Ethiopia include Trans Nation Airways, East African Aviation, Ethiopian Airlines, National Airways Ethiopia, Trans Nation Airline.
  • The total flight duration between Laos and Ethiopia is 11 hours 7 minutes and the distance is 6,748 Km.
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Qatar Qatar 30 days

Qatar, a home to over 2.6 million people and having the third-largest natural gas and oil reserves, is the richest country in the world. Its capital c...

  • Qatar is a country located in the Western part of Asia. It has Doha as its capital.
  • Laos citizens traveling to Qatar can get e-visa as a tourist. The stay is usually short with a period of 30 days.
  • The documents required for Qatar e-visa are; the complete online application visa form, passport photograph not older than 6 months, a passport copy valid for 6 months beyond the date of the visa, travel itinerary, flight reservations and return ticket, travel evidence, tax returns, and invitation letter.
  • Qatar is a country of high human development, this made the United Nations classified it as the most advanced Arab state for human development.
  • Qatar's official language is Arabic. Another language spoken is English.
  • The official religion practiced in Qatar is Islam.
  • The currency spent in Qatar is the Qatari Riyal with the code QAR.
  • There are no restrictions on the import or export of both local and foreign currency. However, all amounts and all financial means need to be declared.
  • Qatar has a very mild winter, hot and sunny summer.
  • Qatar does not utilize Daylight Saving Time. The Arabia Standard Time is 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
  • The major vaccine certificate needed in Qatar is hepatitis A, other includes; hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, anthrax, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
  • Qatar uses 240V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type G.
  • Some of the top tourist centers to visit in Qatar include; Katara Mosque, The Golden Mosque, The Museum of Islamic Art, The Corniche, and Qatar National Museum.
  • The time difference between Qatar and Laos is 4 hours. Laos is ahead of Qatar.
  • The airlines operating in Qatar are; Qatar Airways, IndiGo, Air India Express, Pakistan International Airlines, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Iran Air, Oman Air.
  • The total flight duration and distance between Laos and Qatar is 7 hours and  5,273 kilometers.
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Ukraine Ukraine 30 days

Ukraine is known for its population of over 42 million people, magnificent architectural styles and the deepest metropolitan station in the world.

  • Ukraine is located in the Eastern part of the European continent. The capital of Ukraine is Kyiv.
  • Laos citizens traveling to Ukraine are eligible to get tourist e-visa and the duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Ukraine is famous for agricultural production such as sunflowers and wheat. It is referred to as Europe's 'Breadbasket'.
  • The required documents for Myanmar citizens to obtain Ukraine's visa include Laos' passport valid for at least another 6 months from the date of arrival in Ukraine, a recent passport photograph, bank statement, an invitation letter, flight reservations and a return ticket and medical insurance.
  • The official language spoken in Ukraine is Ukrainian. Other languages are Russian and English.
  • The major religion practiced in Ukraine is Christianity. There are also other religions like Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and Adventism.
  • The Ukraine currency is known as the Ukranian Hryvnia.
  • Declaration of foreign currency exceeding EUR10,000 or equivalent should be made for upon entry and exit.
  • Ukraine uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • Ukraine's climate is dry and continental influenced with warm, dry summers and fairly severe winters. The daytime temperature reaches 25-30°C but at times, it is a bit higher like 35°C or more.
  • The time zone in Ukraine is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. The country's standard time is known as Eastern European Time (EET) and observes Daylight Saving Time which starts from March 29th to October 25th.
  • The required vaccines before arriving in Ukraine are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio,  chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
  • Some of the best places to visit in Ukraine include The Black Stone House, Pereiaslav-Khmelnytskyi, Mukacheve, Golden Dome Churches, and Sofiyivsky Park.
  • Some of the airlines' operator in Ukraine include Aerostar Airlines, Aerovis Airlines, Air Urga, Anda Air, Antonov Airlines, ARP 410 Airlines, Azur Air Ukraine.
  • The time difference between Laos and Ukraine is 5 hours. Laos is ahead of Ukraine.
  • The flight distance from Laos to Ukraine is  7008 Km while the total flight duration is 9 hours 25 minutes.
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Georgia Georgia 30 days

Georgia is known for its Caucasus mountain villages, its abundant monasteries, cathedrals and churches, and for being the home of Joseph Stalin! It is...

  • Georgia is a country at the intersection of Europe and Asia but it is technically located in the Asian continent. The country's capital is Tbilisi.
  • Laos citizens visiting Georgia as tourists can apply for e-visa with a maximum stay of 30 days. The tourist visa expires in 120 days.
  • Required documents for Laos citizens visiting Georgia are filled visa application form, passport photo not older than 6 months, a clear scan of the information pages of your valid and signed Laos' passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages, hotel itinerary, bank statement, health insurance, and a return ticket.
  • Georgia is known to be the "Peach State". Aside from this, Georgia is the top producer of pecans, peanuts, and Vidalia onions. The onions are considered some of the sweetest onions in the world.
  • The official and primary language of Georgia is Georgian. Other languages spoken are English, Russian, Azerbaijani, Assyrian, Svan, and Urum.
  • The main religion practiced in Georgia is Christianity, only a few percentages of the country's population practice Islam.
  • The currency spent in Georgia is the Georgian Lari, represented with the code GEL.
  • There is no cash restriction to the amount a visitor may bring to Georgia. But if the amount exceeds 30,000 GEL or its equivalent, it is necessary to fill out a customs declaration form and declare your money.
  • Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with short, mild winters and long, hot summers. The temperatures in Georgia often exceed 95 °F (35 °C).
  • Georgia does not operate Daylight Saving Time. The country observes Georgia Standard Time (GET) all year round and it is 4 hours of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
  • Georgia uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • The required vaccines needed before entering Georgia are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
  • Among the top tourist centers in Georgia include Gudauri Ski Resort, Tbilisi City Tour, Simon Janishia Museum of Georgia, and Batumi.
  • The time difference between Georgia and Laos is 3 hours. Laos is ahead of Georgia.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Georgia is 8 hours 5 minutes, while the distance is 5,901 Km.
  • The airlines operating Georgia include Georgian Airways, MyWay Airlines, and vanilla Sky Airlines.
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Sao Tome and Principe Sao Tome and Principe 15 days

Sao Tome and Principe is a country in the Gulf of Guinea that is home to numerous beaches and beautiful natural landscape.

  • São Tomé and Príncipe is an island country in the Gulf of Guinea in Central Africa. The capital is Sao tome.
  • Laotian citizens can get e-visa for traveling to Sao Tome and Principe as a tourist with a duration of 15 days.
  • The required documents before traveling to Sao tome and Principe are a completed Sao Tome visa application, one passport photograph,  a passport with 6 months validity beyond trip completion and one blank visa page.
  • Sao Tome and Principe is known for its mass production of cocoa.
  • The official and the national language of Sao Tome and Principe is Portuguese.  The local languages include Forro, Angolar, and Principense.
  • The main religion practiced in Sao Tome and Principe is Christianity while a negligence percentage of the population practiced Islam.
  • The official currency spent in Sao Tome and Principe is the São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra (STN).
  • Sao Tome allowed local currency on both entry and exit but foreign currencies are not restricted if declared on arrival.
  • São Tomé and Príncipe use 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • The required vaccines before visiting Sao Tome are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • The tourist centers in Sao Tome to visit include São Nicolau Waterfall, Praia Lagarto, Praia Gamboa, National Museum, and Praia Das Bananas.
  • The time difference between Laos and Sao Tome is 7 hours. Laos is ahead of Sao Tome.
  •  Sao Tome climate is tropical, hot and humid throughout the year, with maximum temperatures around 30 °C
  • Sao Tome and Principe observe Greenwich Mean Time all year. There are no Daylight Saving Time clock changes.
    • The total flight duration from Laos to Sao Tome is 15 hours 6 minutes and the distance is 10,619 km.
    • The operating airlines in Sao Tome and Principe are TAP Air Portugal, TAAG Angola Airlines, Afrijet, STP Airways, ceiba-intercontinental.
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    Gabon Gabon 90 days

    ​​Gabon is a country of more that 2.025 million people known for having one of the best health care infrastructures in West Africa and for b...

    • Gabon is a country located at the Equator in West-Central Africa with its capital at Libreville.
    • Laos citizens are eligible to visit Gabon with an E-visa and stay up to 90 days.
    • Visitors are required to give one copy of the electronic visa certificate to the immigration department as your travel visa upon arrival in Gabon and one copy upon departure.
    • The necessary documents needed before visiting Gabon are a valid passport for at least 6 months before departure, a blank passport page for stamp, a return/onward ticket, and a recent passport photograph.
    • The official language of Gabon is French. Fang is the traditional native language while other ethnic languages include Eshira, Bantu, Bapounou, Miene, and Bateke.
    • The major religions practiced in Gabon include Christianity, Islam, and traditional indigenous religious beliefs. Christianity and traditional indigenous religious beliefs are practiced most.
    • The Central Africa Franc is the currency used in Gabon, represented with the symbol XAF.
    • Travelers are allowed to export local currency (CFA Franc-XAF) up to XAF 200,000 or foreign currencies up to the equivalent of XAF 200,000.
    • Gabon uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type C.
    • The following vaccines are to be taken before visiting Gabon hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
    • Gabon has the moist hot climate typical of tropical regions. The hottest month is January, with an average high and low temperature of 31° C (88° F ) 23° C (73° F ) respectively.
    • Gabon observes the West Africa Time all year round with no Daylight Saving Time. The time zone in Gabon is 1 hour ahead of the GMT.
    • Among the top-rated tourist centers in Gabon are Akanda National Park, Lope National Park, Santa Clara, Tsam Tsam, and Minkébé National Park.
    • The time difference between Laos and Gabon is 6 hours. Laos is ahead of Gabon.
    • The total flight duration from Laos to Gabon is 14 hours 16 minutes while the distance is 10,133 km.
    • The airlines operating in Gabon are Air Gabon, Air Inter Gabon, Air Max Africa, Air Service Gabon, Gabon Airlines, Gabon Express.
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    Kuwait Kuwait 3 months

    Kuwait is a country located in the Middle East, on the Persian Gulf, and is populated with over 4.137 million people. It is known for its mineral reso...

    • Kuwait is officially known as the State of Kuwait located in the Western part of Asia. Kuwait has its capital and largest in Kuwait city
    • Laos citizens visiting Kuwait are eligible to apply for an electronic visa (e-visa) and stay up to 3 months as tourists.
    • The necessary documents needed before applying for Kuwait tourist visa include a valid passport for at least 6 months before departing Kuwait, the passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamps, a recent passport photograph, valid health certificate.
    • Kuwait is famous for The Liberation Tower. Kuwait's Liberation Tower is 372 meters high, making it the second tallest structure in all of Kuwait City.
    • Arabic is the official language of Kuwait, but English is widely spoken. It is used in business and as a compulsory second language in schools.
    • Islam is the official religion in Kuwait, and the majority of the citizens are Muslim. There are also small native Christian and Bahá'í populations.
    • The Kuwaiti dinar is the currency spent in Kuwait (KD).
    • There are no currency restrictions on the import and export of local or foreign. Although, amounts equaling or exceeding KWD3,000 must be declared.
    • Alcohol, unsealed milk products, unsealed salty fish, unsealed olives and pickles are banned imports in Kuwait.
    • Kuwait uses 240V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type G.
    • Kuwait is a desert country famous for its very dry and hot climate. Kuwait shares European weather patterns but is hotter and drier.
    • Kuwait observes Arabia standard Time all year round with no Daylight Saving Time and it is 3 hours ahead of GMT.
    • The time difference between Laos and Kuwait is 4 hours, Laos is ahead of Kuwait.
    • The total flight duration from Laos to Kuwait is 7 hours 43 minutes, while the distance is 5,613 km.
    • Some of the airlines operating in Kuwait include Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways, Turkish Airlines, IndiGo, Nile Air, Air Arabia Egypt, Air India.
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    Lesotho Lesotho 30 days

    Lesotho is an enclaved country in southern Africa, with a population of about 2 million people. Lesotho is a land of clear blue skies and more than 30...

    • Lesotho is a landlocked country located in the African continent. It has the capital and largest city at Maseru.
    • Laos citizens traveling to Lesotho are eligible to apply for a tourist visa online and stay up to 30 days.
    • The necessary documents needed for Laotians before visiting Lesotho are a valid passport not less than 6 months from the time of arrival in Lesotho, a passport photograph not older than 6 months with 2 blank passport pages for visa stamps, a return/onward ticket, and hotel itinerary.
    • Lesotho is well famous for its breathtaking scenery which includes snow-capped mountain ranges during the winter.
    • The two official languages spoken in Lesotho are English and Sesotho. Other minor languages include Phuthi, Sesotho, Xhosa, and Zulu.
    • The main religion practiced in Lesotho is Christianity. The other religions are Islam, Hinduism, and traditional African religions.
    • The Lesotho Loti is the name of the currency used in Lesotho.
    • There are no restrictions on both local and foreign currencies on entry and on exit.
    • Lesotho uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type M.
    • The climate in Lesotho is temperate, with hot summers and cold winters. The daily temperature reaches 30 °C (86 °F) in the summer and −7 °C (19.4 °F) in the winter.
    • Lesotho uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type M.
    • The required vaccines needed before visiting Lesotho are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, pneumonia, and influenza.
    • Lesotho uses South Africa Southern Time all year with no Daylight Saving Time and it is 2 hours ahead of GMT.
    • Among the tourist centers in Lesotho are Afriski Mountain Resort, Kome Cafe, Thaba Bosiu Cultural Village, the Lion Rock Mountain.
    • The time difference between Laos and Lesotho is 5 hours. Laos is ahead of Lesotho.
    • The total flight duration from Laos to Lesotho is 12 hours 38 minutes and the distance is 9,666 km.
    • Some of the operating airlines in Lesotho are MGC Airlines, Maluti Airservices, Maluti Sky, Lesotho Airways.
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    Benin Benin 30 days

    Benin is home to about 20 diverse ethnic groups, breathtaking landscapes and the most beautiful carved wood masks in the world.

    • Benin, officially known as the Republic of Benin is a country in the Western part of Africa with the capital at Porto-Novo and the largest city at Cotonou.
    • Laos citizens can visit Benin with an electronic visa (e-visa) and stay up to 30 days for a single entry.
    • The required documents needed before visiting Benin include a valid Laotian passport for at least 6 months after arrival date with one blank page for visa stamp, a return/onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds.
    • The Republic of Benin is highly dependent on agriculture. The country produce and exports cotton and palm oil in large quantities.
    • The official language spoken in the Republic of Benin is French with some indigenous languages such as Fon, Bariba, Yoruba, and Dendi.
    • Religions practiced in the Republic of Benin include Islam, Christianity, and Vodun.
    • The currency spent in Benin is the West African CFA franc.
    • Benin uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type E.
    • There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit of both local and foreign currencies, but amounts exceeding XOF 100,000 should be declared on arrival.
    • The Benin Republic has two rainy and two dry seasons. The principal rainy season is from April to late July, with a short less intense rainy period from late September to November. The climate in Benin is hot and humid.
    • The Benin Republic observes West Africa Time all year round with no Daylight Saving Time. Benin is 1 hour ahead of the GMT.
    • The vaccinations required before visiting Benin are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
    • Some of the tourist centers to visit in Benin are The Cathedral of Notre Dame of Miséricorde, Bohicoan, Temple of Pythons, Boukoumbe Town, and Benin’s Pendjari’s National Park.
    • The time difference between Laos and Benin is 18 hours. Benin is ahead of Laos.
    • The total flight duration from Laos to Benin is 13 hours 8 minutes while the distance is 10,790 km.
    • The airlines operating in Benin are Air Taxi Benin and Benin Golf Air.
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    Uganda Uganda 45 days

    Uganda has a population of over 40 million people. It is known for having 6.8% of the world's butterfly species, for being home to 11% of the world’s...

    • Uganda is a landlocked country located in East-Central Africa. The capital city and largest city in Uganda is Kampala.
    • Laotians visiting Uganda are eligible to get their visas on arrival or apply for an electronic visa and can stay up to 45 days and expires within 90 days.
    • The documents required before visiting Uganda are a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of entry in Uganda with at least two blank pages for visa stamping, a return/onward ticket, hotel reservations, certificate for yellow fever vaccine, and a recent passport photograph.
    • Uganda serves as the source of the world's longest river (river Nile), the world's remaining Mountain Gorillas, vast and diverse natural wildlife reserves.
    • English and Swahili are the official languages of Uganda. Although, there are forty native languages in Uganda and they are grouped into three main languages: Bantu, Central Sudanic, and Nilotic.
    • Religion in Uganda is divided into indigenous religions, Islam, and Christianity. Christianity is the most practiced religion in the country.
    • The currency spent in Uganda is the  Ugandan shilling (UGX).
    • Uganda uses 240V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type G.
    • The import and export of the local currency are prohibited, while that of foreign currencies is unlimited if declared on arrival.
    • Uganda has a warm tropical climate. There are two dry seasons and two rainy seasons which are from June to August, and from December to February, while the rainy season is from March to May and September to November.
    • Uganda observes Eastern Africa Time all year round with no Daylight Saving Time. The time zone in Uganda is 3 hours ahead of GMT.
    • The vaccinations required before visiting Uganda are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
    • Bwindi National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park are some of the tourist centers Laotians can visit in Uganda.
    • The time difference between Laos and Uganda is 4 hours. Laos is ahead of Uganda.
    • Airlines operating in Uganda are Air Uganda, East African Airlines, Royal Daisy Airlines, Pearl Air Services, Skyjet Airlines.
    • The total flight duration from Laos to Uganda is 11 hours 49 minutes while the distance is 7,890 km.
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