Lao visa for Chinese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Chinese passport holders visiting Laos for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Chinese citizens to enter Laos for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Laos e-visa for Chinese citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Laos visa on arrival for Chinese citizens | Eligible | |
Laos tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Chinese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Laos.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Laos.
If you are looking for Laos visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from China, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Laos nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of Laos in Beijing, China (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 3 minutes)
- Guangzhou: The Consulate General of Laos in Guangzhou, China (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 3 minutes)
- Hong Kong: The Consulate General of Laos in Hong Kong, China (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 3 minutes)
- Shanghai: The Consulate General of Laos in Shanghai, China (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 3 minutes)
- Kunming: The Consulate General of Laos in Kunming, China (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 3 minutes)
- NanNing: The Consulate General of Laos in NanNing, China (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 3 minutes)
Laos visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Laos diplomatic mission offices to China for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from China traveling to Laos from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (China) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 765,541 | N/A |
| 2009 | 128,226 | -83.25% |
| 2010 | 161,854 | 26.23% |
| 2011 | 150,791 | -6.84% |
| 2012 | 199,857 | 32.54% |
| 2013 | 245,033 | 22.60% |
| 2014 | 422,440 | 72.40% |
| 2015 | 511,436 | 21.07% |
| 2016 | 545,493 | 6.66% |
| 2017 | 639,185 | 17.18% |
| 2018 | 805,833 | 26.07% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Laos & China comparison
Laos's area is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi), while the area of China is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi). This means China is 39.65 times bigger than Laos.
As of October 2025, Laos's population is ~7.8 million people - 1,459,576,638 fewer people than the population of China.
We have highlighted Laos & China’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Laos | China | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,813,951 | 1,467,390,589 | 1.5 billion fewer people live in Laos than China |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 276 | Laos has 237 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with China. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 37 | Laos passport holders visit 17 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 37 | 344 | Lao hosts 307 fewer foreign missions than China. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from China travel to Laos in one year?
The number of visitors from China visiting Laos in 2018 was approximately 805,833.
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Useful Information
- Vientiane to Beijing: 1609.54 km (1000.12 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 21 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025