Lao visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for New Zealand 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 New Zealand citizens to enter Laos for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Laos e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Laos visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Eligible | |
Laos tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand 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 New Zealand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Laos nearest your place of residence.
- Canberra: The Embassy of in Canberra, ~ 2328.33 kilometers (1446.76 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 19 minutes).
- Jakarta: The Embassy of in Jakarta, ~ 7716.47 kilometers (4794.79 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 19 minutes).
Laos visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Laos diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Laos from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,287 | N/A |
| 2009 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2010 | 0 | % |
| 2011 | 4,885 | % |
| 2012 | 5,418 | 10.91% |
| 2013 | 5,451 | 0.61% |
| 2014 | 5,200 | -4.60% |
| 2015 | 4,798 | -7.73% |
| 2016 | 4,787 | -0.23% |
| 2017 | 3,202 | -33.11% |
| 2018 | 3,460 | 8.06% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Laos & New Zealand comparison
Laos's area is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 11.20% larger than Laos.
As of October 2025, Laos's population is ~7.8 million people - 2,794,007 more people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Laos & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Laos | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,813,951 | 5,019,944 | 2.8 million more people live in Laos than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 72 | Laos has 33 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 135 | Laos passport holders visit 115 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 37 | 115 | Lao hosts 78 fewer foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Laos in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Laos in 2018 was approximately 3,460.
Comments (1)
Hi, I applied eVisa on 18/11/2023 and paid but I haven't received a confirmation letter yet. What do I need to do now to get that letter? I already joined a tourist group.
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Seong Mi Heo
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Useful Information
- Vientiane to Wellington: 9450.81 km (5872.46 mi)
- Travel time: 19 hours 41 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025