Laos Visa & Entry Requirement News

All the latest policy changes, visa announcements, and essential travel updates specifically for entry into Laos. Stay informed to plan your trip confidently.

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A panoramic view of a rugged landscape in Timor-Leste, featuring red rock formations, vast plains, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Laos–Timor‑Leste visa waiver takes effect for 30‑day visits

September 23, 2025
Ordinary passport holders from Laos and Timor‑Leste can travel visa‑free for 30 days from Aug 15, 2025. Eligibility, rules, and official links.
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A serene Laos landscape featuring a river flowing between lush green mountains under a bright, sunny sky with scattered clouds.

Laos Rolls Out the Lao Digital Immigration Form (LDIF) from September 1, 2025

September 4, 2025
From Sept 1, 2025, foreign travelers must file LDIF online within 3 days at select Laos checkpoints and present a QR code. Who needs it, where it applies, how to submit.
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A picturesque view of the Philippines coastline features lush green hills, curving white sandy beaches, and vibrant turquoise waters, backed by a range of misty mountains under a clear blue sky.

ASEAN unified visa project

August 1, 2025
Philippines backs ASEAN unified visa to boost tourism, ease travel, and strengthen regional cooperation across Southeast Asia.
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