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What you can do on a visit to Laos
On a Tourist eVisa, you can come for: holiday. Tap any line to see the official source.
- Who it's for
- Nationalities that need a visa, applying online
You can
Tourism and holidays
Other visa types (business, work) are issued by Lao embassies, not online.
Currently, you can only apply for Tourist Visa with eVisa.
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You can't
Nothing ruled out by the source.
Check first
Visiting family or friendsThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Business meetingsThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Conferences and trade fairsThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Negotiating or signing contractsThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Remote work for an employer abroadThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Paid work in the countryThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Short study or coursesThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
VolunteeringThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Medical treatmentThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Official sources (1)
- FAQ (Lao eVisa, Government of the Lao PDR). Checked 17 October 2026.
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Not legal advice. Short visits only. Rules change without notice and the border officer decides; confirm with the official source before you travel. Page built 2026-10-19.