Rwandese visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Rwanda 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 Rwanda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Rwanda e-visa for Lao citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Rwanda visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Eligible | |
Rwanda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Rwanda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Rwanda.
If you are looking for Rwanda 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 Rwanda nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 2596.42 kilometers (1613.34 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 51 minutes).
- New Delhi: The High Commission of in New Delhi, ~ 2734.09 kilometers (1698.88 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 21 minutes).
Rwanda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Rwanda diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Rwanda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 51 | N/A |
| 2009 | 50 | -1.96% |
| 2010 | 50 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 69 | 38.00% |
| 2012 | 82 | 18.84% |
| 2013 | 86 | 4.88% |
| 2014 | 93 | 8.14% |
| 2015 | 99 | 6.45% |
| 2016 | 93 | -6.06% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Rwanda & Laos comparison
Rwanda's area is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 9.60 times bigger than Rwanda.
As of October 2025, Rwanda's population is ~14.6 million people - 6,809,103 more people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Rwanda & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Rwanda | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 14,623,054 | 7,813,951 | 6.8 million more people live in Rwanda than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 39 | Rwanda has 13 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 20 | Rwanda passport holders can visit 8 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 27 | 37 | Rwandese hosts 10 fewer foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Rwanda in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Rwanda in 2016 was approximately 93.
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- Travel time: 15 hours 47 minutes
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