Norwegian visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Norway 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 Norway for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Norway e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Norway visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
Norway tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Norway.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Norway.
If you are looking for Norway 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 Norway nearest your place of residence.
- Hanoi: The Embassy of in Hanoi, ~ 372.53 kilometers (231.48 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 33 minutes).
- Ho Chi Minh City: The Honorary Consulate of in Ho Chi Minh City, ~ 1104.73 kilometers (686.45 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 33 minutes).
Norway visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Norway diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Norway from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 435 | N/A |
| 2009 | 435 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 477 | 9.66% |
| 2011 | 496 | 3.98% |
| 2012 | 454 | -8.47% |
| 2013 | 478 | 5.29% |
| 2014 | 486 | 1.67% |
| 2015 | 536 | 10.29% |
| 2016 | 596 | 11.19% |
| 2017 | 625 | 4.87% |
| 2018 | 569 | -8.96% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Norway & Laos comparison
Norway's area is approximately 365,268 km2 (141,030 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 54.25% smaller than Norway.
As of October 2025, Norway's population is ~5.6 million people - 2,178,571 fewer people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Norway & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Norway | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,635,380 | 7,813,951 | 2.2 million fewer people live in Norway than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 99 | 39 | Norway has 60 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 143 | 20 | Norway passport holders can visit 123 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 209 | 37 | Norwegian hosts 172 more foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Norway in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Norway in 2018 was approximately 569.
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Useful Information
- Oslo to Vientiane: 10242.38 km (6364.32 mi)
- Travel time: 21 hours 20 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025