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Brazil to Laos visa requirements

Q: Should I get the eVisa or a visa on arrival?

Both work for tourism. The eVisa (laoevisa.gov.la) is recommended for predictability and to skip border queues; visa on arrival is convenient if you arrive at a major airport or Lao-Thai land border with cash and a photo.

Q: How long can I stay in Laos as a tourist?

The tourist eVisa and VOA allow a stay of up to 30 days, single entry. Extensions may be requested at the immigration office in Laos.

Q: How much does the Laos eVisa cost?

Around USD 50 in total, made up of a government fee plus a service/processing fee. Visa on arrival typically costs USD 30-40, payable in cash.

Q: What is the LDIF and do I need it?

The Lao Digital Immigration Form (LDIF) is a mandatory online arrival/departure card introduced on 1 September 2025. Register at immigration.gov.la within 3 days before arrival and present the QR code at the border. It is required in addition to your visa.

Q: Which entry points accept the eVisa?

Designated points including Wattay International Airport (Vientiane), Luang Prabang and Pakse international airports, and the Lao-Thai Friendship Bridges. Always check current eligible checkpoints before travel.

Yes, a Brazilian ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Laos. The simplest route is the official Lao eVisa (laoevisa.gov.la), a single-entry tourist visa allowing up to 30 days. A visa on arrival (VOA) is also available at major airports and land borders as an alternative. Brazil is not on the Laos visa-exemption list for ordinary passports (only diplomatic and official passports enjoy a visa waiver). For tourism, Brazilian ordinary passport holders should obtain the official Lao eVisa before travel via the government portal laoevisa.gov.la, or alternatively get a visa on arrival at designated international airports and land borders. The eVisa is single-entry, permits a stay of up to 30 days, is valid for 60 days from approval, and costs around USD 50 (a government fee plus a service fee), with standard processing of about 3 working days. Separately, since 1 September 2025 all travelers must complete the Lao Digital Immigration Form (LDIF) online for the arrival/departure card and obtain a QR code within 3 days before crossing the border; this is mandatory but is not a visa substitute. Passports must be valid at least 6 months with blank pages.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa (tourist) or Visa on Arrival; visa required for ordinary passports

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 50 for eVisa (government fee + service fee); VOA approx. USD 30-40

consular fee only

Processing time

eVisa approx. 3 working days (standard); VOA issued same day at the border

standard track

Validity

eVisa valid 60 days from approval to enter

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport is valid

Ensure your Brazilian ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure from Laos and has at least two blank pages.

· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages

/02

Apply for the Lao eVisa online

Go to the official government portal laoevisa.gov.la, select Brazil as nationality, complete the form, upload a passport photo and passport bio-page scan.

· laoevisa.gov.la· Tourist eVisa

/03

Pay the eVisa fee

Pay the eVisa fee online by card (government fee plus service fee, totaling around USD 50). The fee is non-refundable.

· ~USD 50· Card payment

/04

Receive and print the eVisa approval

Wait approximately 3 working days, then download and print the eVisa approval letter. The eVisa is single-entry and valid 60 days from approval.

· ~3 working days· Print approval

/05

Complete the Lao Digital Immigration Form (LDIF)

Within 3 days before arrival, register the online arrival/departure card at immigration.gov.la and save the QR code to show at the border.

· immigration.gov.la· QR code within 3 days

/06

Enter Laos at a designated checkpoint

Arrive at an eVisa-eligible entry point such as Wattay (Vientiane), Luang Prabang or Pakse airport, or a Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge, and present your eVisa, passport and LDIF QR code.

· Wattay / Luang Prabang / Pakse· Friendship Bridges

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Brazil -> Laos · eVisa (tourist) or Visa on Arrival; visa required for ordinary passports

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredBrazilian ordinary passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Lao eVisa printout (or fee in cash for VOA)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-size photograph (digital for eVisa, printed for VOA)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredCompleted Lao Digital Immigration Form (LDIF) QR code

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RecommendedProof of onward or return travel

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation / hotel booking

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

OptionalUSD cash in good condition for VOA fee (if not using eVisa)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

RecommendedTravel insurance covering Laos

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesLao Official Online Visa (Government eVisa Portal)Department of Immigration of Lao PDR Visa policy of Laos - Wikipedia

Application link included: Lao Official Online Visa (Government eVisa Portal)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa government fee~USD 40Collected by Lao immigration for review and issuance

eVisa service/processing fee~USD 10Online processing charge; combined eVisa total around USD 50

Visa on arrival feeUSD 30-40Alternative to eVisa; paid in cash (USD preferred) at the border

LDIF arrival/departure registrationUSD 0Mandatory online immigration form; no fee on the official site

Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 50incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (standard)

~3 working days

Apply online in advance at laoevisa.gov.la; arrive with a printed approval. Avoids border queues.

eVisa (expedited)

1-3 working days

Faster processing for an additional fee where offered.

Visa on arrival

Same day at border

Issued on arrival at major airports and land borders; bring photo, form and cash.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Brazil not on Laos visa-exemption list (ordinary passports)

Only Brazilian diplomatic and official passport holders are visa-exempt; ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa.

High

/02

Tourism / short visit

Standard short tourist stays of up to 30 days fall under the tourist eVisa or VOA category.

High

/03

eVisa convenience

Travelers prefer applying online in advance to avoid uncertainty and queues at the border.

Medium

/04

Land border arrival

Those crossing from Thailand or Vietnam often use the visa on arrival channel at the border.

Medium

/05

LDIF digital form requirement

All travelers must now complete the online arrival/departure card, a new 2025 requirement.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Brazil to Laos route verified

Confirmed via official Lao eVisa portal and Department of Immigration that Brazilian ordinary passport holders require a visa (eVisa or VOA, up to 30 days, single entry), and that the LDIF digital arrival/departure card is mandatory since 1 September 2025.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Brazilians visit Laos without a visa?—

No. Brazilian ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt for Laos. Only diplomatic and official passport holders enjoy a visa waiver. Tourists must obtain an eVisa or a visa on arrival.

Should I get the eVisa or a visa on arrival?+

How long can I stay in Laos as a tourist?+

How much does the Laos eVisa cost?+

What is the LDIF and do I need it?+

Which entry points accept the eVisa?+

/11 — Passport tools