Embassy of Laos in Washington D.C.
Today · Closed- Address
- S Street Northwest 2222, 20008 Washington
- Phone
- +1 202-332-6416
- Website
- laoembassy.com
Laos
United States
Lao Embassy in the United States
1 embassy
In the United States, Laos has an embassy in Washington D.C. and 1 other office. US citizens can get a visa on arrival in Laos, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Map: Laos’ 2 missions in the United States
Map: Laos’ 2 missions in the United States
Lao Embassy in Washington D.C.
The Lao embassy is in Washington D.C., the capital of the United States, at S Street Northwest 2222, 20008 Washington. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Consulates
- Mission of Laos in New York
East 51st Street 317, 10022 New York
Laos visa for US citizens
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Laos issues US citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
The United States’ missions in Laos
Missions of the United States in Laos (1)
In return, the United States has an embassy in Laos, in Vientiane.
Good to know
Laos in the United States
Worldwide, Laos has 31 missions in 23 countries; 2 of them are in the United States.
Travel to the United States for Lao citizens
Lao citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States. In the United States, Lao citizens can turn to the Lao embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Lao missions in the United States are closed
Lao missions in the United States close on the United States’ public holidays, the next being Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026, Thanksgiving Day on Thursday 26 November 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Lao embassy in the United States?
The Lao embassy is in Washington D.C., at S Street Northwest 2222, 20008 Washington.
Do US citizens need a visa for Laos?
Laos issues US citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Do Lao citizens need a visa for the United States?
Lao citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.
Does the United States have an embassy in Laos?
Yes, the United States has its embassy in Vientiane.