Laos
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The travel advice is Exercise a high degree of caution to Laos. Laos is Major restrictions for travel. Get travel ban, restrictions alerts and advice before travelling to Laos. Laos is part of Asia with main city at
Vientiane. Its Least Developed country with a
population of 6M people. The main currency is Lao Kip. The languages
spoken are Lao.
👍 Least Developed 👨👩👦👦 6M people
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🚨 Travel Advice for Laos
Major restrictions
for travelInternational travel to Laos is not permitted. This restriction does not apply to nationals.
Travel for tourism is only allowed for travelers under the pilot tourism scheme. For further information on the pilot tourism scheme, please refer to the nearest Lao embassy.
Full details and exemptions can be found at http://www.mofa.gov.la/images/2021Covid19/Covid-Notice1494.pdf
All travelers must have medical insurance which includes full coverage for COVID-19 treatment costs. A suitable policy is available for purchase on arrival.
For more details Foreign Travel Advice, United Kingdom
Vaccinated travelers must still provide a pre-departure test and may be randomly selected to be tested on arrival. Travelers are also required to have a suitable quarantine plan in place for 14 days as a precaution, even when seeking the fully vaccinated exemption.
Proof of vaccination must be uploaded on the ArriveCAN application. The final dose must have been administered at least 15 days before departure and supporting documentation must be in English, French, or with a certified translation.
Further information can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/covid-vaccinated-travellers-entering-canada#determine-fully
Travelers testing negative on the day-8 test may leave quarantine 14 days after arrival. Travelers testing positive will undergo further 10-day quarantine from the day the test was taken and follow the instructions of local authorities.
Travelers may instead provide documentation of having recovered from COVID-19. This will require proof of a positive test result, taken at least 15 days before departure and not more than 180 days before departure.
Proof of negative molecular test result or recovery must be uploaded to the ArriveCAN application. Further information on the testing requirements, such as types of tests accepted, can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#getting-tested
Travelers may register for the test on arrival at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#register
Travelers who can present proof of a positive test result, taken at least 14 days before departure and not more than 180 days before, are exempt from testing on arrival.
Exceptional travel
Exemptions to the border closure are in place for essential workers and those with valid multiple-entry long-term visas.Travel for tourism is only allowed for travelers under the pilot tourism scheme. For further information on the pilot tourism scheme, please refer to the nearest Lao embassy.
Full details and exemptions can be found at http://www.mofa.gov.la/images/2021Covid19/Covid-Notice1494.pdf
Other restrictions
Travelers departing from Laos are required to inform the local authorities prior to departure. Foreign travelers are required to inform their respective Embassies prior to departure. This does not apply to citizens of the United Kingdom.Quarantine required
All travelers are required to quarantine for 14 days at a designated facility, at the traveler's expense. A rented tracking device must be worn during the quarantine period.Test/medical certificate required
Proof of a negative PCR test, taken within the previous 72 hours, must be presented on departure.Testing on arrival
A COVID-19 test will be administered on arrival and departure from Laos, at the traveler's expense.Additional documents required
Foreign travelers must present a certificate of entry, a completed health declaration form, and a fit-to-fly certificate issued no more than 72 hours prior to travel. Full details on required forms can be found at https://www.visalaos.com/health-declaration-form/All travelers must have medical insurance which includes full coverage for COVID-19 treatment costs. A suitable policy is available for purchase on arrival.
For more details Foreign Travel Advice, United Kingdom
Government measures
Across Laos, social gatherings are limited to a maximum of 50 people. Regional authorities may impose local lockdown measures if the area has a high risk of infection. Residents and visitors must install and register on the LaoKYC mobile application to get a vaccine ID and a QR code to be used to access some establishments. In red zones, a curfew remains in place between the hours of 11:30 pm and 5 am. We recommend keeping up-to-date with official guidelines throughout your trip.Use of masks
Face masks are required in public spaces, enclosed environments, and on public transportation.Public transport
Public transportation is not operating. Inter-province travel is only allowed between provinces where community transmission has not been identified.Restaurants
Restaurants are open for vaccinated customers with LaoKYC QR codes. Restaurants are closed in high-risk areas.Bars
Bars remain closed to limit the rate of transmission.Nightclubs
Nightclubs remain closed to limit the rate of transmission.Shops
Shops and services are open for vaccinated customers with LaoKYC QR codes. Non-essential businesses are closed in high-risk areas.On return
Vaccinations and vaccinated travel
Travelers who present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19, with the use of an approved vaccine, do not require an essential reason to enter and are exempt from quarantine requirements.Vaccinated travelers must still provide a pre-departure test and may be randomly selected to be tested on arrival. Travelers are also required to have a suitable quarantine plan in place for 14 days as a precaution, even when seeking the fully vaccinated exemption.
Proof of vaccination must be uploaded on the ArriveCAN application. The final dose must have been administered at least 15 days before departure and supporting documentation must be in English, French, or with a certified translation.
Further information can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/covid-vaccinated-travellers-entering-canada#determine-fully
Quarantine required
Travelers are required to self-quarantine for 14 days on arrival at their own residence or accommodation.Travelers testing negative on the day-8 test may leave quarantine 14 days after arrival. Travelers testing positive will undergo further 10-day quarantine from the day the test was taken and follow the instructions of local authorities.
Test/medical certificate required
Proof of a negative test result, taken within the previous 72 hours, must be provided on departure.Travelers may instead provide documentation of having recovered from COVID-19. This will require proof of a positive test result, taken at least 15 days before departure and not more than 180 days before departure.
Proof of negative molecular test result or recovery must be uploaded to the ArriveCAN application. Further information on the testing requirements, such as types of tests accepted, can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#getting-tested
Testing on arrival
A molecular test will be administered on arrival and travelers will be provided COVID-19 at-home specimen collection kits which must be taken on day 8 of the quarantine period. The kit contains information on how to collect, store and ship the samples.Travelers may register for the test on arrival at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#register
Travelers who can present proof of a positive test result, taken at least 14 days before departure and not more than 180 days before, are exempt from testing on arrival.
Travel restriction details for Laos
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Destination Quarantine required
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Return Quarantine required
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Some Visitors
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Restaurants & bars Open with restrictions
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Open shopping
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Operational with restrictions transport
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events Partially Allowed
🔒 Lockdown Details for Laos
The Lao authorities have announced an easing of lockdown restrictions in provinces with no COVID-19 infections. Most businesses (including gyms/spas, sports facilities, night markets, tourist attractions, restaurants, shopping malls, retail shops and food markets) may open if COVID preventative measures are in place. These may include providing alcohol gel, face masks being worn, 1m physical distancing and checking temperatures. However, some entertainment venues remain closed and the sale of alcohol is prohibited.
Large social gatherings, weddings and traditional events are not permitted.
In Vientiane Capital many of the COVID-19 prevention measures and lockdown restrictions have been extended until 4 July as community transmission remains. Many businesses, restaurants, shopping malls, retail shops and food markets may open if COVID prevention measures are in place. The main restrictions are:
Vientiane Capital has introduced a zoning system, with different parts of the city graded red, yellow or green - restrictions are heaviest in the red areas. These zones may change over time
Travel in and out of Vientiane Capital is prohibited from infected areas
Meetings, events or gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited
Entertainment venues, karaoke venues, bars, internet cafes, spas, and gyms are closed
Further measures may be introduced at short notice. You should follow the advice of the Lao authorities.
Large social gatherings, weddings and traditional events are not permitted.
In Vientiane Capital many of the COVID-19 prevention measures and lockdown restrictions have been extended until 4 July as community transmission remains. Many businesses, restaurants, shopping malls, retail shops and food markets may open if COVID prevention measures are in place. The main restrictions are:
Vientiane Capital has introduced a zoning system, with different parts of the city graded red, yellow or green - restrictions are heaviest in the red areas. These zones may change over time
Travel in and out of Vientiane Capital is prohibited from infected areas
Meetings, events or gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited
Entertainment venues, karaoke venues, bars, internet cafes, spas, and gyms are closed
Further measures may be introduced at short notice. You should follow the advice of the Lao authorities.
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