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Lao PDR (Laos) Visa for Indians

Visa needed – apply online for the Lao eVisa (visa on arrival also listed by India's MEA)

  • e-Visa
  • Checked 3 Nov 2026 against official sources
  • For Indian passport holders, tourist travel

Key facts

Visa needed?
Yes. Indian citizens can apply online for the official Lao eVisa; India's Ministry of External Affairs also lists Laos as giving visa on arrival.
How to apply
Online on the official portal laoevisa.gov.la, then enter Laos through one of the eVisa entry points.
Visa fee
Shown in the official fee calculator on laoevisa.gov.la when you pick India (bank charges extra; the fee is non-refundable).
Processing time
Usually 3 working days after you submit and pay; longer if information is missing.
Stay allowed
30 days.
Validity
Use the eVisa within 60 days of receiving the approval letter.
Passport
Valid for more than 180 days from the date of arrival.
Where to apply in India
Online – no office visit needed for the eVisa.

Documents usually needed

  • Passport valid for more than 180 days from arrival
  • Scan of the passport bio page including the machine-readable lines
  • Photo 4x6 cm taken within the last 6 months
  • Card for paying the eVisa fee online

How to apply

  1. Open laoevisa.gov.la and check the fee for India in the fee calculator.
  2. Fill in the application and upload your photo and passport bio page.
  3. Pay the fee online.
  4. Wait about 3 working days for the approval letter by email.
  5. Print the approval letter and enter Laos within 60 days through one of the listed eVisa entry points.

Important to know

The eVisa works only at these entry points: Wattay International Airport (Vientiane), Luang Prabang International Airport, Pakse International Airport, Lao-Thai Friendship Bridges I, II and IV, Boten International Checkpoint, Boten Railway Station and Khamsavath Railway Station.

The eVisa fee is not refunded if the application is refused.

For visa on arrival rules and fees, confirm with the Embassy of Lao PDR in New Delhi before relying on it.

A visa lets you travel; entry is decided by the immigration officer in Laos.

Frequently asked questions

Can Indians get a Laos eVisa?
Yes. India is in the nationality list of the official Lao eVisa fee calculator, and India's MEA lists Laos as an e-Visa country.
How long can I stay in Laos on an eVisa?
30 days. The eVisa must be used within 60 days of the approval letter.
Can I use the Laos eVisa at any border?
No. It is accepted only at the airports, bridges, checkpoint and railway stations listed on the official eVisa site.
How long does the Laos eVisa take?
Usually 3 working days after you submit the application and pay.
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