Do Canada passport holders need a visa to visit LA?

Canadian passport holders need a visa for Laos. The simplest option is the official Lao eVisa (tourist), applied for online before travel: USD 50, single entry, up to 30 days, valid 60 days from approval. Visa on arrival is also available at major airports and international border crossings. A Canadian ordinary passport holder cannot enter Laos visa-free. Laos requires a tourist visa, and as of 2026 there are three routes: the official Lao eVisa (laoevisa.gov.la), visa on arrival at designated entry points, or applying in advance at a Lao embassy/consulate. The recommended and most convenient option for a short tourist visit is the eVisa, which is applied for online, costs USD 50, permits a single entry for a stay of up to 30 days, and is valid for 60 days from the approval date. Processing normally takes about 3 business days. The eVisa is accepted at 9 designated ports of entry, including Wattay (Vientiane), Luang Prabang and Pakse international airports, the Lao-Thai Friendship Bridges, the Boten checkpoint, and certain railway stations. Travelers who prefer visa on arrival can pay roughly USD 30-40 at the three international airports and select international land borders, bringing a passport photo and the fee in USD cash. The Canadian passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned departure from Laos, and travelers must ensure they receive an entry stamp to avoid fines, detention or deportation. Laos is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply. Sources: official Lao eVisa portal and the Government of Canada travel advisory.