Lao visa for Samoan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Samoan 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 Samoan citizens to enter Laos for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Laos e-visa for Samoan citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Laos visa on arrival for Samoan citizens | Eligible | |
Laos tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Samoan 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 Samoa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Laos nearest your place of residence.
- Canberra: The Embassy of in Canberra, ~ 4554.92 kilometers (2830.29 mi) away from Apia, Samoa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 59 minutes).
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 7471.04 kilometers (4642.29 mi) away from Apia, Samoa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 29 minutes).
Laos visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Laos diplomatic mission offices to Samoa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Samoa traveling to Laos from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Samoa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13 | N/A |
| 2009 | 12 | -7.69% |
| 2010 | 17 | 41.67% |
| 2011 | 19 | 11.76% |
| 2012 | 23 | 21.05% |
| 2013 | 27 | 17.39% |
| 2014 | 32 | 18.52% |
| 2015 | 35 | 9.38% |
| 2016 | 33 | -5.71% |
| 2017 | 33 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 38 | 15.15% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Laos & Samoa comparison
Laos's area is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi), while the area of Samoa is approximately 2,830 km2 (1,092 sq mi). This means Samoa is 83.67 times smaller than Laos.
As of October 2025, Laos's population is ~7.8 million people - 7,608,891 more people than the population of Samoa.
We have highlighted Laos & Samoa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Laos | Samoa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,813,951 | 205,060 | 7.6 million more people live in Laos than Samoa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 3 | Laos has 36 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Samoa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 94 | Laos passport holders visit 74 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 37 | 13 | Lao hosts 24 more foreign missions than Samoa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Samoa travel to Laos in one year?
The number of visitors from Samoa visiting Laos in 2018 was approximately 38.
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Useful Information
- Vientiane to Apia: 27665.00 km (17190.23 mi)
- Travel time: 57 hours 38 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025