Lao visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lankan citizens to enter Laos for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Laos e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Laos visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Eligible | |
Laos tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Laos nearest your place of residence.
- Yangon: The Embassy of in Yangon, ~ 1939.73 kilometers (1205.29 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 12 minutes).
- Bangkok: The Embassy of in Bangkok, ~ 2259.72 kilometers (1404.13 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 12 minutes).
Laos visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Laos diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to Laos from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,590 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,478 | -4.32% |
| 2010 | 3,340 | 34.79% |
| 2011 | 3,788 | 13.41% |
| 2012 | 4,582 | 20.96% |
| 2013 | 5,400 | 17.85% |
| 2014 | 6,328 | 17.19% |
| 2015 | 7,086 | 11.98% |
| 2016 | 6,630 | -6.44% |
| 2017 | 6,514 | -1.75% |
| 2018 | 7,540 | 15.75% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Laos & Sri Lanka comparison
Laos's area is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 3.78 times smaller than Laos.
As of October 2025, Laos's population is ~7.8 million people - 14,048,976 fewer people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted Laos & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Laos | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,813,951 | 21,862,927 | 14.0 million fewer people live in Laos than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 67 | Laos has 28 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 16 | Laos passport holders can visit 4 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 37 | 61 | Lao hosts 24 fewer foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to Laos in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting Laos in 2018 was approximately 7,540.
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- Travel time: 5 hours 10 minutes
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