Laos
Vietnam
Vietnam visa for Lao citizens
Entry requirement
Vietnam admits Lao citizens without a visa for stays of 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 mofa.gov.vn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Vietnamese citizens travelling to Laos
VietnamLaos Visa-free, 30 days Laos visa for citizens of Vietnam
Travel advice for Vietnam
- 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.
Before travelling from Laos to Vietnam, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Vietnam at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 23 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Vietnam (updated 21 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Vietnam (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Lao citizens can stay in Vietnam
Lao citizens may stay in Vietnam for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Vietnam.
Vietnam’s neighbours for Lao citizens
Cambodia admits Lao citizens visa-free. China requires Lao citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Vietnamese citizens travelling to Laos
Laos admits Vietnamese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Laos and Vietnam.
Frequently asked questions
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Vietnam admits Lao citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Lao citizens stay in Vietnam?
Lao citizens can stay in Vietnam for up to 30 days.
Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Laos?
Laos admits Vietnamese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
Can Lao citizens enter Vietnam visa-free?
Yes, Lao citizens can enter Vietnam 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.