Malaysia
Laos
Laos visa for Malaysian citizens
Entry requirement
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa for Laos: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Lao citizens travelling to Malaysia
LaosMalaysia Visa-free, 30 days Malaysia visa for citizens of Laos
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 Malaysia 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 Malaysian citizens can stay in Laos
Malaysian citizens may stay in Laos for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Laos.
Laos’ neighbours for Malaysian citizens
China, Myanmar, Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam admit Malaysian citizens visa-free.
Lao citizens travelling to Malaysia
Lao citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Malaysia and Laos.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for Laos?
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa for Laos: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Malaysian citizens stay in Laos?
Malaysian citizens can stay in Laos for up to 30 days.
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Lao citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
Can Malaysian citizens enter Laos visa-free?
Yes, Malaysian citizens can enter Laos 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.