How To Obtain Vietnam Tourist Visa For Laos Citizens ?

Laos citizens are not required to apply for valid visas to enter Vietnam for tourism and business purposes and meet the entry requirements:

  • Laos Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date
  • Passport has 2 blank pages for visa stamp

Vietnam visa requirements for Laos citizens

Type of visa Requirements Maximum stay
Tourist visa Not required 30 days

How to get Vietnam tourist visa from Laos ?

Laos passport holders can choose one of the available methods below to apply for a visa to Vietnam:

1 - Visa at local embassy

  • Address: No 85 23 Singha Road, Ban Phonxay, Saysettha District Vientiane, Laos
  • Phone: (856-21) 453871
  • Fax: (856) 2141 3409 / (856) 2141 4602
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website:

To apply for a Vietnam tourist visa at the embassy of Vietnam in Laos, you will need to:

  • Submit a print-out of your completed visa application and supporting documents.
  • Submit original passport which must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date.
  • Pay the visa fees: Money order/check, or cash in case you apply at the embassy in person.
  • Have 02 passport-sized photos taken with no glass wears.

If you are currently living outside of Laos, you can you also contact the local embassy in the country where are residing.

2 - Electronic visa (e-visa)

E-visa can be used at International airports, Land border gates, and Sea border gates

  • Apply online using our secure form.
  • Pay the fee and wait for 3-5 working days.
  • Receive the e-visa and print it out. (e-visa not requires a stamping fee and you dont need preparing a physical portrait photo)

Vietnam visa types for Laos citizens

Type of visa Tourist visa
Single 3 month Eligible
Multiple 3 month Eligible

Vietnam visa fees for Laos citizens

For detailed information on visa fees, please refer here: click here

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible for Laos citizens to get Vietnam tourist visa ?

Yes, it is possible. See how how e-visa works?