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 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 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?