How to apply for a Vietnam visa in Laos
| Available Visas | Visa Requirements | Visa Information | Get This Visa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business | Visa required | For business travelers holding Lao passports who visit Vietnam for signing contacts, attending conferences or other business activities. | Get it as soon as 18:00 - June 08, 2023 |
| Tourist | Not required 30 days | For Lao passport holders who visit Vietnam for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 16:25 - June 05, 2023 |
| Work | Visa required | For Lao nationals who intend to work in Vietnam. | |
| Student | Visa required | For students from Laos who plan to study in Vietnam. |
Embassies and Consulates of Vietnam in Laos
Address
No. 85, 23 Singha Road, Ban Phonxay, Saysettha District, Vientiane, Laos
Phone
+ 856 2145 1990 or +856 2141 3403
Fax
+856 2141 3379
Office hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
(Open now)
Time Right Now
Vientiane: Monday Jun 05, 2023 14:25 PM (Asia/Vientiane)
Email
vnemb.lao@gmail.com; vnemb.lao@mofa.gov.vn
Address
No. 15/II, Wat That Village, Phothisalath Road Luang Prabang Laos
Phone
+856 71 254 748
Fax
+856 71 254 746
Office hours
Monday - Friday: 8.00 am - 11:30 am and 13:30pm - 17:00pm
(Open now)
Time Right Now
Luang Prabang: Monday Jun 05, 2023 14:25 PM (Asia/Vientiane)
Email
tlsq-lpb@mofa.gov.vn / tlsqlpb@yahoo.com
Address
No.21 Rd, Pakxé, Laos
Phone
+ 856 3121 4199 or +856 3125 2947
Fax
+856 3121 2058 or +856 3121 4140
Office hours
From 7:30 to 11:30 and 14:00 to 16:30, Monday through Friday
(Open now)
Time Right Now
Pakse: Monday Jun 05, 2023 14:25 PM (Asia/Vientiane)
Email
vnemb.la@mofa.gov.vn
Address
No.118, Sisavangvong, Kayson Phomvihan district, Savannakhet province, Laos
Phone
+856 41 2124 18 or +856 20 5541 259
Fax
+856 41 2121 82
Office hours
Monday - Friday: 08:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 14:00 PM to 17:00 PM
(Open now)
Time Right Now
Savannakhet: Monday Jun 05, 2023 14:25 PM (Asia/Vientiane)
Email
tlsxavan@laotel.com
How to apply
Lao passport holders or foreign passports living in Laos can choose between 02 available methods below to apply for a visa to Vietnam.
To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Laos, the following documents are required:
- Valid passport for at least 06 months prior to your planned entry date (Travel documents or temporary passports may not be accepted)
- Application form (Click here to download)
- 02 recently taken passport sized photos (4*6cm)
- Visa application fees
Visa on arrival is an alternative way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for applicants who plan to arrive Vietnam by air from Laos. The process involves 4 simple steps:
- Submit an online form for the approval letter.
- Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
- Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
- Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.
Tips: None
Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in LAK)
| Visa Type | 3 Working Days | 1 Working Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) | 102787.8 LAK | 205575.6 LAK |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) | 119919.1 LAK | 222706.9 LAK |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) | 171313.0 LAK | 274100.8 LAK |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) | 214141.3 LAK | 316929.1 LAK |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Business) | 770908.6 LAK | 933656.0 LAK |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) | 813736.8 LAK | 976484.2 LAK |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Business) | 942221.6 LAK | 1190625.5 LAK |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) | 1070706.4 LAK | 1319110.3 LAK |
*Above price does NOT include stamping fee at Vietnam airport which is 25 USD for single entry (1 month/3 month) and 50 USD multiple entry (1 month/3 month). The price is quoted in Kip, click here to see our latest price in USD.
2023 Public Holiday Schedules in Laos
To observe the public holidays of Vietnam and Laos, the embassy/consulate offices may close on the following holidays of 2023.
| Holidays | Date | Day | Counting down |
|---|---|---|---|
| June Solstice | 21 June 2023 | Wednesday | 15 days, 9 hours |
| September Equinox | 23 September 2023 | Saturday | 109 days |
| National Day | 02 December 2023 | Saturday | 179 days |
| December Solstice | 22 December 2023 | Friday | 199 days |
| New Year's Day | 01 January 2024 | Monday | 209 days |
| International Women's Day (Women Only) | 08 March 2024 | Friday | 276 days |
| March Equinox | 20 March 2024 | Wednesday | 288 days |
| Labor Day / May Day | 01 May 2024 | Wednesday | 330 days |
| Children's Day | 01 June 2024 | Saturday | 361 days |
| June Solstice | 21 June 2024 | Friday | 381 days |