Missions abroad

Lao embassies and consulates abroad

  • 31 missions
  • 23 countries
  • 21 embassies

Laos runs 31 missions in 23 countries: 21 embassies, 6 consulates, 3 honorary consulates and 1 other office. The largest networks are in China (4), Vietnam (3) and Germany (2).

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Lao embassies and consulates abroad

Visa rules for Laos passport holders

Entry rules for Laos passport holders199 in total

  • Visa-free20
  • Visa on arrival22
  • Electronic travel authorisation4
  • e-Visa56
  • Visa required97

Visa rules for Laos passport holders

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Laos’ missions by continent

By continent, 16 of Laos’ missions are in Asia, 10 in Europe, 4 in the Americas and 1 in Oceania; Asia accounts for 52%.

Where Laos has the most missions

After China (4), Laos’ largest networks are in Vietnam (3), Germany (2), Thailand (2) and the United States (2).

Embassies of Laos

Laos has an embassy in 21 countries. In 2 other countries it has consulates, honorary consulates or other offices but no embassy.

Honorary consuls of Laos

Laos has 3 honorary consulates, 10% of its network; like most honorary consulates, it does not normally issue visas or passports. In Costa Rica and Slovakia, honorary consuls are its only representation.

Frequently asked questions

Where does Laos have the most consulates?

In China, with 4 missions, followed by Vietnam (3).

In which countries is Laos represented only by honorary consuls?

Costa Rica and Slovakia.