Yes, a visa is required to travel from Greece to Laos.
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Do I need a visa for Laos from Greece?
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Yes, Greek citizens need a visa for Laos. It can be applied for online as an e-Visa through the official portal laoevisa.gov.la before departure.
A traveller on a Greek passport must hold a visa to enter Laos for tourism. The simplest route is the e-Visa, applied for online from Greece on laoevisa.gov.la, though issuance on arrival also exists at certain entry points. Confirm the exact fee and validity on that official portal before you pay.
Do you need a visa for Laos?
Yes. A Greek passport does not allow visa-free entry to Laos for tourism. The recommended option is the e-Visa, obtained online before the trip on laoevisa.gov.la. A visa on arrival remains possible at several entry points, such as Vientiane and Luang Prabang airports, but the prior e-Visa avoids uncertainty and queues.
How and where to apply
The application is made online, from Greece, on the official portal laoevisa.gov.la before departure. You upload a photo and the ID page of your passport, enter your accommodation and dates, then pay by card. The approved e-Visa arrives by email: print it to present at the immigration check on arrival in Laos.
Documents and fees
Bring a Greek passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date, with blank pages, a recent photo, an accommodation address in Laos and usually an exit ticket. The e-Visa amount is not guaranteed in this guide: check the current official fee on laoevisa.gov.la before confirming payment.
Processing time and practical tips
Processing time is not fixed: submit your application several days before the flight to absorb any delays. Make sure your intended entry point accepts the e-Visa, as not all border posts are covered. Carry a printout of the e-Visa in addition to the digital version, in case of a network failure on arrival.
Common mistakes
Use only the official portal laoevisa.gov.la: many intermediary sites charge unnecessary fees. Do not assume the visa on arrival will always be available at your entry point or cheaper than the e-Visa. Finally, check your passport validity (6 months) before booking, as a non-compliant document can be refused at boarding.
Official sources
- Lao eVisa — portail officiel du gouvernement de la RDP lao
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Lao PDR
- Ministère grec des Affaires étrangères — conseils aux voyageurs
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
Essential Laos information
Laos is a unitary one-party socialist republic ruled by the Lao People's Revolutionary Party. Located in Southeast Asia, it is landlocked and borders China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar. The country is undergoing institutional reforms and planning its 10th Five-Year National Socio-Economic Development Plan for 2026-2030.
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Essential preparations
- Police : 119
- Ambulance : 119
- Fire brigade : 119
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Laos from Greece?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Greece directly at the Laos border (allowed duration: 30 days).
How long can you stay in Laos?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 30 days.
What other visa types exist for Laos?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Laos offers among others: Business eVisa, Work Permit, Student visa, Family visa, Investor visa.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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