South Korea
Laos
Laos visa for South Korean citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by South Korean citizens for Laos, for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Lao citizens travelling to South Korea
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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 South Korea 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long South Korean citizens can stay in Laos
South Korean citizens may stay in Laos for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Laos.
Laos’ neighbours for South Korean citizens
China, Thailand and Vietnam admit South Korean citizens visa-free.
Lao citizens travelling to South Korea
South Korea requires a visa from Lao citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do South Korean citizens need a visa for Laos?
No visa is needed by South Korean citizens for Laos, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can South Korean citizens stay in Laos?
South Korean citizens can stay in Laos for up to 30 days.
Do Lao citizens need a visa for South Korea?
South Korea requires a visa from Lao citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Can South Korean citizens enter Laos visa-free?
Yes, South Korean citizens can enter Laos without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.