Lao visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. 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 U.S. citizens to enter Laos for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Laos e-visa for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Laos visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
Laos tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Laos nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Laos in Washington, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 3 minutes)
- New York: The Permanent Mission of Laos in New York, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 3 minutes)
Laos visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Laos diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Laos from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 50,161 | N/A |
| 2009 | 39,339 | -21.57% |
| 2010 | 49,782 | 26.55% |
| 2011 | 50,092 | 0.62% |
| 2012 | 53,380 | 6.56% |
| 2013 | 61,608 | 15.41% |
| 2014 | 61,460 | -0.24% |
| 2015 | 63,058 | 2.60% |
| 2016 | 58,094 | -7.87% |
| 2017 | 38,765 | -33.27% |
| 2018 | 49,178 | 26.86% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Laos & United States comparison
Laos's area is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 38.63 times bigger than Laos.
As of October 2025, Laos's population is ~7.8 million people - 332,953,278 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Laos & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Laos | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,813,951 | 340,767,229 | 333.0 million fewer people live in Laos than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 273 | Laos has 234 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 134 | Laos passport holders visit 114 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 37 | 1147 | Lao hosts 1110 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Laos in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Laos in 2018 was approximately 49,178.
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