Russia
Laos
Laos visa for Russian citizens
Entry requirement
Russian 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 · Confirm at laoembassy.ru
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Lao citizens travelling to Russia
LaosRussia Visa-free, 30 days Russia 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.
Russian citizens planning a trip to Laos can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Russian citizens can stay in Laos
Russian citizens may stay in Laos for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Laos.
Laos’ neighbours for Russian citizens
China, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam admit Russian citizens visa-free.
Lao citizens travelling to Russia
Lao citizens do not need a visa for Russia: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Russia and Laos.
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Laos?
Russian citizens do not need a visa for Laos: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Laos?
Russian citizens can stay in Laos for up to 30 days.
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Russia?
Lao citizens do not need a visa for Russia: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
Can Russian citizens enter Laos visa-free?
Yes, Russian 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.