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PASSPORTS: Passport with at least six months remaining validity required by all.
VISAS: Required by all.
Visas are issued on arrival at Vientiane International Airport, Pakse Airport, Friendship Bridge, or Luang Prabang Airport for a stay of 15 days, on presentation of a passport, passport-size photo and fee of US$30. If entering Laos through any other international checkpoint, it is necessary to obtain a visa in advance.
Types of visa and cost: Tourist, Business, Visit and Transit: €23 (or double if applicant does not have prior authorisation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) (single-entry) or US$30 if obtained on arrival.
Validity: For use up to two months after issue. Tourist visa: 15 days. Business visa: 30 days. Transit visa: maximum seven days for stay in Vientiane only. Multiple entry: Available from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Consular Department.
Application to: Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) or an officially recognised tour operator. A visa valid for Laos can also be obtained from travel agencies in Bangkok (Thailand) or on arrival (see above).
Application requirements: (a) Two passport-size photos. (b) Two signed and completed application forms. (c) Valid passport. (d) Fee payable by cash or cheque. (e) Authorisation given by the Minister of Foreign Affairs in Laos, (the applicant can also get this authorisation by contacting any travel agency that has signed a contract with the Lao Tourism Authority). (f) Return or onward ticket and documents for next destination. (g) Proof of sufficient funds such as a bank statement showing a minimum of US$400 or evidence of a life insurance policy. (h) Contact of person or organisation based in Laos or a confirmed hotel reservation. Business: (a)-(h) and, (i) Officially endorsed letter of invitation from Laotian company. (j) Letter from sponsor.
Working days required: Applications to Laotian Consulates should be made as far in advance as possible.
Temporary residence: Enquire at nearest Embassy or Consulate.
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