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Laos
Laos visa for Thai citizens
Entry requirement
Thai citizens can visit Laos without a visa for up to 30 days.
- 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 Thailand
LaosThailand Visa-free, 60 days Thailand 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.
Before travelling from Thailand to Laos, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 Thai citizens can stay in Laos
Thai citizens may stay in Laos for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Laos.
Laos’ neighbours for Thai citizens
China, Myanmar, Cambodia and Vietnam admit Thai citizens visa-free.
Lao citizens travelling to Thailand
No visa is needed by Lao citizens for Thailand, for stays of up to 60 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Thailand and Laos.
Frequently asked questions
Do Thai citizens need a visa for Laos?
Thai citizens can visit Laos without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Thai citizens stay in Laos?
Thai citizens can stay in Laos for up to 30 days.
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Thailand?
No visa is needed by Lao citizens for Thailand, for stays of up to 60 days.
Can Thai citizens enter Laos visa-free?
Yes, Thai 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.