Central African Republic
Laos
Laos visa for citizens of the Central African Republic
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Central African Republic receive their visa for Laos at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Laos visa?
Visa on arrival at international checkpoints
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- 30 days per entry for a tourist visa, extendable at an immigration office
- Processing time
- Issued at the checkpoint on arrival
Processing time, as Laos states it: Issued at the checkpoint on arrival. Longest stay on the visa on arrival: 30 days per entry for a tourist visa, extendable at an immigration office.
Lao citizens travelling to the Central African Republic
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Travel advice for Laos
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from the Central African Republic to Laos, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Central African Republic can stay in Laos
Citizens of the Central African Republic may stay in Laos for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Laos.
How citizens of the Central African Republic apply
Citizens of the Central African Republic receive the visa for Laos at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Laos’ neighbours for citizens of the Central African Republic
China and Myanmar require citizens of the Central African Republic to obtain a visa in advance.
Lao citizens travelling to the Central African Republic
Lao citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for Laos?
Citizens of the Central African Republic receive their visa for Laos at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of the Central African Republic stay in Laos?
Citizens of the Central African Republic can stay in Laos for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Lao citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?
Lao citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic, obtained before travel.
Can citizens of the Central African Republic enter Laos visa-free?
No; citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa on arrival in Laos.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.