Laos visa requirements for Singaporeans
Travel and visa requirements
Laotian Visa is not required for Singaporeans
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- Singaporeans are granted free entry to Laos up to the duration of 30 days.
- Singaporean citizens travelling to Laos must possess a passport valid throughout their duration of their visit.
- Tourists from Singapore are to ensure that their passports are duly stamped when crossing borders into Laos. Not having a legitimate entry stamp could lead to an arrest or a hefty fine.
- Travellers coming to Laos must provide vaccination certificates against Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A and Typhoid Fever.
- The common electric plug type used in Laos are Type C and A . The standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50Hz.
- Loas uses the Indochina Time zone (GMT+7), hence, Singapore is 1 hour ahead of Laos.
- The popular mode of transportation in Laos include buses, tuk tuk and boats.
- Foreigners are not allowed to bring in/out more than US$12, 000 worth of cash. Due to the government’s policy to promote the Lao currency, commercial banks are not allowed to sell USD and would only sell the local currency.
- Visitors can exchange their local currency at commercial banks or private money exchange outlets in Laos .
- Laos official currency is called Lao kip (K)
- The official language spoken in Laos is known as Laotian or Lao. .
- Theravada Buddhism is the predominant religion practiced in Laos and almost all the citizens of the country are followers of the religion.
- The estimated flight time duration from Singapore to Laos is 2 hours, 48 minutes.
- Laos has a tropical savanna climate. The country is sensitive to climate change and almost all provinces in the country are at high risk from climate change.
- The common delicacy in Laos is the sticky rice traditionally eaten using fingers, people eat together as a family, sitting on the floor and sharing a few dishes.
- The commonest delicacy in Laos is called larb, a spicy mixture of marinated meat or fish that is sometimes raw with a variable combination of herbs, greens, and spices.
- In Laos, sticky rice is a characteristic staple food that has a cultural and religious significance to the people.
- Newspapers in Laos are written in French and English language.
- The biggest tourist attraction in Laos is the Luang Prabang city which makes up a collection of golden-roofed temples, wooden houses and crumbling French provincial buildings fill the main roads of this city.
- Singaporeans visiting Laos are reminded to remain vigilant and take precautions against petty crimes, including pick-pocketing and snatch theft.
- Photographing, trespassing into military-controlled or unauthorised areas are prohibited and will result in arrest or detention.
- Sexual relationships between foreign and Laotian nationals are highly prohibited, except when the two parties have been married in accordance with Lao family law.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some good souvenirs I can buy in Laos?
There are some ideal souvenirs you can buy while visiting Laos like wood carvings, silk scarves, silk fabric, antiques, or bamboo wears.
Is Laos a safe country to travel to?
Yes, Laos is a safe place for travel to. Although petty crimes are common in some areas. Tourists are highly advised to take caution.
What is a person from Laos called?
A person from Laos is called a Laotian.
Can the Laos visa be extended?
Yes. This can be done by applying for visa extensions at the immigration office in Vientiane, Laos. Visas may be extended twice for up to 90 days without leaving the country.