Laos
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Thailand visa for Lao citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Lao citizens for Thailand, for stays of up to 60 days.
- Maximum stay
- 60 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at vientiane.thaiembassy.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Thai citizens travelling to Laos
ThailandLaos Visa-free, 30 days Laos visa for citizens of Thailand
Travel advice for Thailand
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Laos to Thailand, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Thailand at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 6 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Thailand (updated 12 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Thailand (updated 26 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Lao citizens can stay in Thailand
Lao citizens may stay in Thailand for up to 60 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Thailand.
Thailand’s neighbours for Lao citizens
Myanmar, Cambodia and Malaysia admit Lao citizens visa-free.
Thai citizens travelling to Laos
No visa is needed by Thai citizens for Laos, for stays of up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Laos and Thailand.
Frequently asked questions
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Thailand?
No visa is needed by Lao citizens for Thailand, for stays of up to 60 days.
How long can Lao citizens stay in Thailand?
Lao citizens can stay in Thailand for up to 60 days.
Do Thai citizens need a visa for Laos?
No visa is needed by Thai citizens for Laos, for stays of up to 30 days.
Can Lao citizens enter Thailand visa-free?
Yes, Lao citizens can enter Thailand without a visa and stay for up to 60 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.