Vanuatuan visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Vanuatu e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Vanuatu visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
Vanuatu tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Vanuatu.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Vanuatu.
If you are looking for Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu nearest your place of residence.
- Manila: The Consulate General of in Manila, ~ 2053.25 kilometers (1275.83 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now).
- Singapore City: The Honorary Consulate of in Singapore City, ~ 2066.65 kilometers (1284.16 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 25 minutes).
Vanuatu visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Vanuatu diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Vanuatu from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 9 | N/A |
| 2009 | 10 | 11.11% |
| 2010 | 10 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 9 | -10.00% |
| 2012 | 11 | 22.22% |
| 2013 | 11 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 11 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 9 | -18.18% |
| 2016 | 10 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 11 | 10.00% |
| 2018 | 12 | 9.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Vanuatu & Laos comparison
Vanuatu's area is approximately 12,190 km2 (4,706 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 19.43 times bigger than Vanuatu.
As of October 2025, Vanuatu's population is ~344309 people - 7,469,642 fewer people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Vanuatu & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Vanuatu | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 344,309 | 7,813,951 | 7.5 million fewer people live in Vanuatu than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 8 | 39 | Vanuatu has 31 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 97 | 20 | Vanuatu passport holders can visit 77 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 10 | 37 | Vanuatuan hosts 27 fewer foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Vanuatu in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Vanuatu in 2018 was approximately 12.
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- Travel time: 15 hours 18 minutes
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