Nepalese visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Nepal for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lao citizens to enter Nepal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nepal e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nepal visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Eligible | |
Nepal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Nepal.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Nepal.
If you are looking for Nepal visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Laos, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nepal nearest your place of residence.
- Bangkok: The Embassy of in Bangkok, ~ 712.07 kilometers (442.46 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 38 minutes).
- Yangon: The Embassy of in Yangon, ~ 749.04 kilometers (465.43 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 8 minutes).
Nepal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nepal diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Nepal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 50 | N/A |
| 2009 | 51 | 2.00% |
| 2010 | 60 | 17.65% |
| 2011 | 74 | 23.33% |
| 2012 | 80 | 8.11% |
| 2013 | 80 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 79 | -1.25% |
| 2015 | 54 | -31.65% |
| 2016 | 75 | 38.89% |
| 2017 | 94 | 25.33% |
| 2018 | 117 | 24.47% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nepal & Laos comparison
Nepal's area is approximately 143,350 km2 (55,347 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 65.19% larger than Nepal.
As of October 2025, Nepal's population is ~31.8 million people - 24,018,011 more people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Nepal & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nepal | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 31,831,962 | 7,813,951 | 24.0 million more people live in Nepal than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 39 | Nepal has 0 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 13 | 20 | Nepal passport holders visit 7 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 37 | Nepalese hosts 13 more foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Nepal in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Nepal in 2018 was approximately 117.
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Useful Information
- Kathmandu to Vientiane: 2025.88 km (1258.82 mi)
- Travel time: 4 hours 13 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025