Laotian Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Laotian passport holders can visit 21 countries visa-free, plus 65 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Laotian passport is ranked #166 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The Laotian passport is a travel document issued to citizens of Laos. Laos, located in Southeast Asia, has a population of approximately 7 million people.

The Laotian passport offers access to 21 countries without a visa. In addition, it allows entry to 56 countries with an electronic visa.

Furthermore, visas can be obtained upon arrival in 9 countries. However, a visa is required prior to travel in 106 countries.

The Laotian passport provides its bearer with numerous travel opportunities, both within and beyond Asia.

Some destinations that require a visa for Laotian passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Laotian passport holders are Cambodia, Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, Myanmar and Mongolia.

Visa free countries

So, where can Laotians travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Laos citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Europe

🇧🇾 Belarus (30 days)
🇷🇺 Russia (30 days)

Asia

🇧🇳 Brunei (30 days)
🇰🇭 Cambodia (30 days)
🇮🇩 Indonesia (30 days)
🇲🇾 Malaysia (30 days)
🇲🇳 Mongolia (30 days)
🇲🇲 Myanmar (14 days)
🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
🇸🇬 Singapore (30 days)
🇹🇭 Thailand (30 days)
🇹🇱 Timor-Leste (30 days)
🇻🇳 Vietnam (30 days)

Americas

🇩🇲 Dominica (21 days)
🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (3 months)
🇸🇷 Suriname (90 days)

Oceania

🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇼🇸 Samoa (60 days)

Africa

🇷🇼 Rwanda (30 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Laotian passport holders visit without a visa?

Laotian passport holders can visit 21 countries visa-free, plus 65 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Laotian passport holders?

Laotian passport holders can travel visa-free to Cambodia, Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, Myanmar, Mongolia, Malaysia, Russia, and 13 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Laos citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Laos, 21 are visa-free, 56 can be visited with an e-visa and 9 with a visa on arrival, while 106 require a visa, as of October 2026.