Laos — Luang Prabang, Kuang Si Falls, Vientiane
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Laos Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian travellers apply for a Laos tourist e-visa online and enter through a designated e-visa checkpoint.

Entry for Indianse-Visa Required
Processing3 working days
Permitted stayUp to 30 days
AppointmentNot required
CapitalVientiane
CurrencyLao Kip (LAK)
LanguageLao
Best time to visitNovember to February

Laos Visa Options & Document Checklist

Laos Tourist e-Visa

Apply on the official portal laoevisa.gov.la; enter only via designated e-visa checkpoints

Processing3 working days
Validity60 days
StayUp to 30 days

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  4. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)

Important Notes

  • The MEA has warned Indians about fake job offers in the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (Bokeo) — verify any job offer with the Indian Embassy in Vientiane.
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Laos official e-Visa. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About Laos

Laos is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Vientiane and a well-connected network of cities including Vientiane, Luang Prabang. The best time to visit is November to February, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Luang Prabang and Kuang Si Falls.

Top attractions

Luang PrabangKuang Si FallsVientianePlain of Jars

Top cities

VientianeLuang Prabang
FAQs

Laos Visa — FAQs

Indian travellers apply for a Laos tourist e-visa online and enter through a designated e-visa checkpoint.
Processing is typically 3 working days. Validity: 60 days. Permitted stay: Up to 30 days.
The core documents are: Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival); Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof). See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
No embassy appointment is needed for the main route — the application is made online through the official portal.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of Laos. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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