Kazakhstani visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Kazakhstan 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 Kazakhstan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kazakhstan e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Kazakhstan visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
Kazakhstan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kazakhstan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kazakhstan.
If you are looking for Kazakhstan 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 Kazakhstan nearest your place of residence.
- Hanoi: The Embassy of in Hanoi, ~ 371.73 kilometers (230.98 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 41 minutes).
- Bangkok: The Embassy of in Bangkok, ~ 711.25 kilometers (441.95 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 41 minutes).
Kazakhstan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kazakhstan diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Kazakhstan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 412 | N/A |
| 2009 | 377 | -8.50% |
| 2010 | 410 | 8.75% |
| 2011 | 569 | 38.78% |
| 2012 | 616 | 8.26% |
| 2013 | 684 | 11.04% |
| 2014 | 633 | -7.46% |
| 2015 | 643 | 1.58% |
| 2016 | 651 | 1.24% |
| 2017 | 770 | 18.28% |
| 2018 | 879 | 14.16% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kazakhstan & Laos comparison
Kazakhstan's area is approximately 2,699,700 km2 (1,042,359 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 11.40 times smaller than Kazakhstan.
As of October 2025, Kazakhstan's population is ~19.9 million people - 12,098,746 more people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Kazakhstan & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kazakhstan | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,912,697 | 7,813,951 | 12.1 million more people live in Kazakhstan than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 62 | 39 | Kazakhstan has 23 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 35 | 20 | Kazakhstan passport holders can visit 15 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 95 | 37 | Kazakhstani hosts 58 more foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Kazakhstan in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Kazakhstan in 2018 was approximately 879.
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- Nur-Sultan to Vientiane: 4537.10 km (2819.22 mi)
- Travel time: 9 hours 27 minutes
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