Vietnam is a country that attracting many tourists to come for work, travel, and business from Asia especially Laotian citizens who can travel to Vietnam for up to 30 days without needing a Vietnam visa. However, for any visits longer than a 30-day period, it is necessary to apply for a Vietnam visa
In order to enter Vietnam, Lao passports need:
- Be valid for at least 6 months before coming.
- Have at least 02 blank pages left.
How to get a Vietnam visa for Laotian citizens?
There are 02 ways for Laotian passport holders to apply for a Vietnam visa.
1. Get a visa at the local Vietnam Embassy
Contact the local Vietnam embassy/consulate in Laos (if you are residing in Laos), or in nearby countries (if you are not residing in Laos currently) to get a visa stamped on your passport before coming to Vietnam.
2. Get a Vietnam visa on arrival
The easiest way to get a Vietnam visa for Laotian to apply for a visa on arrival (VOA).
With VOA, you apply online via vietnamvisaletter.vn by taking 3 simple steps as below:
- Fill out the secure online application form, and make payment of the service fee
- Receive the visa approval letter via email. Normally in 2 working days (for tourist visa) or 7 working days (for business visa), attached with the Vietnamese visa application form (also known as Entry and Exit Form).
- Submit the visa letter to get a visa sticker upon arrival at the Vietnam border checkpoint.
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