Laos visa for Samoan citizens

Laos passport holders can enjoy a seamless 60-day visa-free stay in Samoa, making it an ideal destination for exploring the vibrant Samoan culture without the need for a formal visa application, as only a tourist visa option exists should a longer stay be desired. Given the significant distance, planning your travel around the peak tourist season from May to October will likely offer the best weather for experiencing Samoa's stunning beaches and lush interiors. Remember to exchange your currency to the Samoan Tala (WST) upon arrival, and consider learning a few basic phrases in Samoan, as it's the primary language spoken, alongside English.

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

18 of 33 border crossings open to regular visa holders only. Multiple entry options available.

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