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France Embassy and Consulates in Laos

1 Diplomatic Missions 1 Cities

France Embassy in Vientiane, Laos

France Embassy in Vientiane, Laos
Rue Setthathirath, Pb 06, Vientiane
Phone: + 856 0 21 26 74 00 Working hours: Open now (Close in 6 hours 47 minutes)

Holidays to be Observed in 2026

The Embassies and Consulates of France may close on the following Lao and French holidays in 2026:

Holiday
Holiday Date Counting down
International Women's Day (Women Only) Sunday, March 08 1 month, 2 weeks
March Equinox Friday, March 20 1 month, 3 weeks
Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday, March 29 2 months, 1 week
Good Friday Friday, April 03 2 months, 1 week
Easter Sunday Sunday, April 05 2 months, 2 weeks
Easter Monday Monday, April 06 2 months, 2 weeks
Labor Day / May Day Friday, May 01 3 months, 1 week
WWII Victory Day Friday, May 08 3 months, 2 weeks
Ascension Day Thursday, May 14 3 months, 3 weeks
Whit Sunday Sunday, May 24 4 months

Frequently asked questions, answered

1. How many French Embassies/Consulates are there in Laos?

France currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Laos including and Vientiane.

2 - Do Lao citizens need a visa for France?

Lao citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into France. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of France in Laos for further instructions.

3- What is the Holiday Calendar of French embassies in Laos?

The French representative offices in Laos will be closed in observance of the following Lao and French holidays in 2026/2024:

  • International Women's Day (Women Only) (LA) Sun, Mar 08, 2026 (1 month, 2 weeks)

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Time in France vs Laos

Paris, France time is 6:00 hours behind Vientiane, Laos

Vientiane, Laos 09:13AMTuesday, January 20, 2026
Paris, France 03:13AMTuesday, January 20, 2026