Guatemalan visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Guatemala 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 Guatemala for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Guatemala e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Guatemala visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
Guatemala tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Guatemala.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Guatemala.
If you are looking for Guatemala 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 Guatemala nearest your place of residence.
- Bangkok: The Embassy of in Bangkok, ~ 711.05 kilometers (441.83 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 58 minutes).
- Kolkata: The Honorary Consulate of in Kolkata, ~ 1498.65 kilometers (931.22 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 4 hours 28 minutes).
Guatemala visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Guatemala diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Guatemala from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 153 | N/A |
| 2009 | 105 | -31.37% |
| 2010 | 112 | 6.67% |
| 2011 | 116 | 3.57% |
| 2012 | 120 | 3.45% |
| 2013 | 122 | 1.67% |
| 2014 | 137 | 12.30% |
| 2015 | 147 | 7.30% |
| 2016 | 159 | 8.16% |
| 2017 | 166 | 4.40% |
| 2018 | 178 | 7.23% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Guatemala & Laos comparison
Guatemala's area is approximately 107,160 km2 (41,374 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 2.21 times bigger than Guatemala.
As of November 2025, Guatemala's population is ~19.6 million people - 11,803,595 more people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Guatemala & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Guatemala | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,617,546 | 7,813,951 | 11.8 million more people live in Guatemala than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 39 | Guatemala has 30 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 95 | 20 | Guatemala passport holders can visit 75 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 37 | Guatemalan hosts 17 more foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Guatemala in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Guatemala in 2018 was approximately 178.
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Useful Information
- Guatemala City to Vientiane: 19276.93 km (11978.12 mi)
- Travel time: 40 hours 9 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025