Lao visa for Vietnamese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Vietnamese passport holders visiting Laos for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Vietnamese citizens to enter Laos for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Laos e-visa for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Laos visa on arrival for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
Laos tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Vietnamese 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 Vietnam, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Laos nearest your place of residence.
- Hanoi: The Embassy of Laos in Hanoi, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 26 minutes)
- Ho Chi Minh City: The Consulate General of Laos in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 26 minutes)
- Danang: The Consulate General of Laos in Danang, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 26 minutes)
Laos visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Laos diplomatic mission offices to Vietnam for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Vietnam traveling to Laos from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Vietnam) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 311,601 | N/A |
| 2009 | 296,763 | -4.76% |
| 2010 | 431,011 | 45.24% |
| 2011 | 561,586 | 30.30% |
| 2012 | 705,596 | 25.64% |
| 2013 | 910,164 | 28.99% |
| 2014 | 1,108,332 | 21.77% |
| 2015 | 1,187,954 | 7.18% |
| 2016 | 998,400 | -15.96% |
| 2017 | 891,643 | -10.69% |
| 2018 | 867,585 | -2.70% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Laos & Vietnam comparison
Laos's area is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi), while the area of Vietnam is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi). This means Vietnam is 30.94% larger than Laos.
As of October 2025, Laos's population is ~7.8 million people - 93,953,533 fewer people than the population of Vietnam.
We have highlighted Laos & Vietnam’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Laos | Vietnam | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,813,951 | 101,767,484 | 94.0 million fewer people live in Laos than Vietnam |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 96 | Laos has 57 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Vietnam. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 21 | Laos passport holders visit 1 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 37 | 107 | Lao hosts 70 fewer foreign missions than Vietnam. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Vietnam travel to Laos in one year?
The number of visitors from Vietnam visiting Laos in 2018 was approximately 867,585.
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- Travel time: 1 hours 42 minutes
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