Data verified
Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Laos. Fee: USD 30–50 (~USD 30–50). Processing: 3-5 working days (eVisa) / on arrival (VoA). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
Reconfirmed via a Bangladesh-specific 2026 guide: e-Visa USD 50 (single entry, 30-day stay, 3-5 working days processing) and Visa on Arrival USD 30-40 (single entry, 30-day stay) both available to Bangladeshi passport holders at major airports, land borders (incl. Friendship Bridges), and the river port. This matches the prior DB's USD 30-50 range closely. Note: one general (non-Bangladesh-specific) aggregator claimed Bangladesh is on a VoA-ineligible list citing an old 2009 Lao MFA notice - this conflicts with the Bangladesh-specific 2026 source and the current DB record, and was treated as outdated/likely incorrect rather than used to change the record.
Visa types: eVisa (Tourist 30-day single entry); Visa on Arrival (30-day at major airports + Friendship Bridges); Tourist Visa via embassy; Business Visa (B-B2); Student Visa (LA-B3); Work Visa; Long-stay Visa; Investment Visa (LA-B4); Transit; Diplomatic/Official.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
eVisa Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (single entry, extendable).
Extension possibleYes
Overstay penalty: USD 10/day overstay fine (confirmed by a Bangladesh-specific 2026 source); extension available in advance for USD 2/day at Vientiane Immigration Department, up to 30 extra days
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages); Online application at laoevisa.gov.la OR VoA at entry; Recent digital photo (4x6cm); Return/onward ticket; Hotel booking; Bank statement (USD 50/day proof); Travel insurance; Cash for VoA fee (USD preferred); For Business: invitation from Lao company + employer details.
Visa types (2)
eVisa: USD 50-60 (30-day single entry). VoA also available at most ports of entry: USD 30-50.
Laos Business eVisa or VoA — easy access. ASEAN member, Mekong region commercial activity. Hydropower, mining (potash, copper), agro-business sectors.
Common rejection reasons
Common BD rejections: (1) Hotel booking issues; (2) For Business: company support letter weak; (3) Yellow Fever cert if from endemic area; (4) Inadequate financial proof (USD 50/day); (5) Apply at least 3 working days before travel; (6) VoA cash requirement (USD preferred).
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