Asia
Laos
- Capital
- Vientiane
- Population
- 7,873,046
- Currency
- Laotian Kip (LAK)
- Calling code
- +856
- Languages
- Lao, French, English
- 39missions
- 25embassies
- 8consulates
- 5honorary consulates
Laos
Embassies and consulates in Laos
embassies in Vientiane
Laos hosts 39 foreign missions from 31 countries: 25 embassies, 8 consulates, 5 honorary consulates and 1 other office. Most embassies, 24 of 25, are in the capital, Vientiane. Consulates are also found in Savannakhet, Luang Prabang and Pakse.
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All missions in Laos
Other cities in Laos
- 33
- 3
- 2
- 1
Outside Vientiane, missions are found in Savannakhet (3), Luang Prabang (2) and Pakse (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Vietnam 5 -
Thailand 3 -
Switzerland 2 -
China 2
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Australia 1 embassy1 -
Brunei 1 embassy1 -
Cambodia 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy1 -
Chile 1 honorary consulate1 - China 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
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Czech Republic 1 honorary consulate1 -
Finland 1 honorary consulate1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Indonesia 1 embassy1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Kuwait 1 embassy1 -
Luxembourg 1 embassy1 -
Malaysia 1 embassy1 -
Mongolia 1 embassy1 -
Myanmar 1 embassy1 -
North Korea 1 embassy1 -
Philippines 1 embassy1 -
Portugal 1 honorary consulate1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Singapore 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1
Show all 31
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Sweden 1 consulate1 - Switzerland 1 consulate2
- Thailand 1 embassy · 2 consulates3
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Turkey 1 honorary consulate1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 - Vietnam 2 embassies · 3 consulates5
Visa rules for Laos
Laos visa guide · 6 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 15 can enter visa-free, 155 get a visa on arrival and 28 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Laos.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Laos
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4,327 | 3,663 | 496 | 11.9% | 55.0% |
| 2024 | 4,684 | 4,085 | 542 | 11.7% | 59.4% |
| 2025 | 4,526 | 4,129 | 359 | 8.0% | 60.8% |
By Schengen state, 2025
Schengen consulates in Laos received 4,526 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 4,129 visas. 8.0% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate fell by 3.7 points from 11.7% in 2024. Applications fell by 3% compared with 2024 (4,684).
Most applications went to France (2,312) and Germany (2,214).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Laos.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Laos
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 1,173 | 259 |
| Student (F, M) | 76 | 26 |
| Exchange (J) | 111 | 47 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 35 | 17 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 4 | 7 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 291 | 240 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 430 | 775 |
| Other | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 2,121 | 1,372 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 82.8% | 84.3% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 1,372 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Laos, the 156th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Fiancé(e) visas (K) made up 56%, visitor visas 19% and diplomatic and official visas 17%. That is 35% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (2,121).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Laos received 143, 80% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 84.3% for citizens of Laos in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 82.8%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Laos’ own missions abroad
Laos itself has 31 missions abroad, in 23 countries. Its largest networks are in China (4), Vietnam (3), Germany (2), Thailand (2) and the United States (2).
Good to know
Where the embassies are
Most embassies, 24 of 25, are in the capital, Vientiane. The largest foreign networks in Laos are those of Vietnam (5), Thailand (3), Switzerland (2) and China (2).
Travel advice for Laos
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Laos: the US State Department rates Laos at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 27 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Laos (updated 13 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Laos (updated 14 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Laos?
Vietnam, with 5 missions, followed by Thailand (3).
Do I need a visa for Laos?
Of 198 passports, 15 can enter visa-free, 155 get a visa on arrival and 28 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Laos; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.