Laos
Brunei
Brunei visa for Lao citizens
Entry requirement
Lao citizens can visit Brunei without a visa for up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at mfa.gov.bn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Bruneian citizens travelling to Laos
BruneiLaos Visa-free, 14 days Laos visa for citizens of Brunei
Travel advice for Brunei
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- 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 Laos to Brunei, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Brunei at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 13 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Brunei (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Brunei (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Lao citizens can stay in Brunei
Lao citizens may stay in Brunei for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Brunei.
Brunei’s neighbours for Lao citizens
Malaysia admits Lao citizens visa-free.
Bruneian citizens travelling to Laos
Bruneian citizens can visit Laos without a visa for up to 14 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Laos and Brunei.
Frequently asked questions
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Brunei?
Lao citizens can visit Brunei without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Lao citizens stay in Brunei?
Lao citizens can stay in Brunei for up to 30 days.
Do Bruneian citizens need a visa for Laos?
Bruneian citizens can visit Laos without a visa for up to 14 days.
Can Lao citizens enter Brunei visa-free?
Yes, Lao citizens can enter Brunei without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.