Laos
Russia
Russia visa for Lao citizens
Entry requirement
Lao citizens can visit Russia 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 laos.mid.ru
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Russian citizens travelling to Laos
RussiaLaos Visa-free, 30 days Laos visa for citizens of Russia
Travel advice for Russia
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Lao citizens planning a trip to Russia can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Russia at Level 4, do not travel (updated 28 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Russia (updated 18 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Russia (updated 21 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Lao citizens can stay in Russia
Lao citizens may stay in Russia for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Russia.
Russia’s neighbours for Lao citizens
Mongolia admits Lao citizens visa-free. China, Belarus, Latvia, Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Finland, Norway, Azerbaijan and North Korea require Lao citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Russian citizens travelling to Laos
Laos admits Russian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Laos and Russia.
Frequently asked questions
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Russia?
Lao citizens can visit Russia without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Lao citizens stay in Russia?
Lao citizens can stay in Russia for up to 30 days.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Laos?
Laos admits Russian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
Can Lao citizens enter Russia visa-free?
Yes, Lao citizens can enter Russia 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.