Laos visa requirements for South Africans
Travel and visa requirements
Laotian Visa is not required for South Africans
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- South Africans can stay visa free in Laos for a duration of 30 days.
- Intending visitors can stay on a business or tourist visa.
- You can enter Laos on a visa on arrival visa status, which is available on all it's airports in land crossings.
- You can extend your visa twice for up to 90 days which would cost 20,000 kip per day plus an application fee.
- Your passport must be valid for at least six months.
- If you overstay your visa, you must pay $10 per day overstay.
- South African passport holders have to pay for their visa which cost between $30 and $42.
- Tourists visiting parts of Laos other than Vientiane are advised to obtain medication for malaria. Immunisation against Helpatits A & B is also recommended (Dengue fever of DHF).
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if you overstay your visa??
If you overstay your visa, you will have to pay $10 for each day overstayed .
For visitors flying to Laos, what are the airports to apply for a visa??
You can apply for a visa at one of its international airports, Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, Luang Prabang International Airport or Pakse International Airport.
Can you extend your visa??
Your visa maybe extended twice a year for up to 90 days.
How safe is Laos??
Laos is a relatively safe place for travellers to visit.
What is Laos known for??
Laos is best known for being home to some of Southeast Asia's most spectacular waterfalls including Tad Fane and Dong Hua Sao.