Laos visa for Djiboutian citizens

For Djiboutian citizens planning a trip to Laos, obtaining your visa is a convenient process via the e-visa system, with the application fee processed online. This digital approval allows for stays up to 30 days, perfect for exploring the ancient temples and vibrant culture. You'll traverse continents, leaving behind the Red Sea's arid landscapes for Laos's lush, landlocked scenery bordering the Mekong River. While several visa types are available—including tourist, business, and transit options—remember to factor in the significant time zone shift, as Laos operates four hours ahead of Djibouti, when planning your multi-stop itinerary which typically involves connecting flights through major Asian hubs.

Visa on arrival30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months

Visa options

TouristVisa Exemption (Tourist/Visit, 30 days)
30d$0valid 1mo
TouristVisa Exemption (Tourist/Visit, 15 days)
15d$0valid 15d
TouristVisa Exemption (Tourist/Visit, 14 days)
14d$0valid 14d
TouristVisa on Arrival (Tourist/Business, 30 days)
30dvalid 2mo
Apply
TouristLao eVisa – Travel eVisa (Tourism/Leisure)
30dvalid 2mo
Apply
FamilyLao eVisa – Visit eVisa (Personal Visit – Friends/Family/Host)
30dvalid 2mo
Apply
TouristTourist Visa (T‑B3)
30dvalid 2mo
TransitTransit Visa (Tr‑B3)
5dvalid 2mo
BusinessBusiness Visa (NI‑B2)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkLabor Visa (LA‑B2) – 3‑month multiple entry
90dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
WorkLabor Visa (LA‑B2) – 6‑month multiple entry
180dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
WorkLabor Visa (LA‑B2) – 12‑month multiple entry
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherNon‑Immigrant Visa (NI‑B3) – General non‑immigrant
30dvalid 2mo
StudentStudent Visa (ST)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherMedia Visa
180dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
OtherOfficial / Service / Courtesy Visa
180d$0multiple-entryvalid 6mo
OtherSpecial Economic Zone Visa on Arrival – Golden Triangle SEZ
30dvalid 2mo
TouristTOURIST VISA (T-B3)
30d
OtherSHORT-TERM VISA (NI-B3)
BusinessBUSINESS VISA (NI-B2)
WorkLONG-TERM VISA (I-B3)
WorkEXPERT VISA (E-B2)
WorkLABOUR VISA (LA-B2)
TransitTRANSIT VISA (TR-B3)
StudentSTUDENT VISA (ST-B2)
OtherMEDIA VISA (M-B2)
OtherOFFICIAL VISA (S-A2)
$0multiple-entry
FamilySPOUSE VISA (SP-B3)
OtherCOURTESY VISA (C-B1)
$0multiple-entry

eVisa via airports, 3 Friendship Bridges, Boten railway, Vientiane station. 18 borders for visa-only.

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