Finnish visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Finland for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lao citizens to enter Finland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Finland e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Finland visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
Finland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Finland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Finland.
If you are looking for Finland visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Laos, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Finland nearest your place of residence.
- Vientiane: The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Vientiane, Laos (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 42 minutes)
Finland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Finland diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Finland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 249 | N/A |
| 2009 | 222 | -10.84% |
| 2010 | 232 | 4.50% |
| 2011 | 262 | 12.93% |
| 2012 | 278 | 6.11% |
| 2013 | 280 | 0.72% |
| 2014 | 273 | -2.50% |
| 2015 | 262 | -4.03% |
| 2016 | 279 | 6.49% |
| 2017 | 318 | 13.98% |
| 2018 | 322 | 1.26% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Finland & Laos comparison
Finland's area is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 28.33% smaller than Finland.
As of October 2025, Finland's population is ~5.6 million people - 2,231,676 fewer people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Finland & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Finland | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,582,275 | 7,813,951 | 2.2 million fewer people live in Finland than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 39 | Finland has 46 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 20 | Finland passport holders can visit 125 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 162 | 37 | Finnish hosts 125 more foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Finland in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Finland in 2018 was approximately 322.
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- Travel time: 18 hours 14 minutes
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