Laos Visa Service Before Crossing by Land: 5–7 Days, 140 USD All-In

Info Travel obtains Lao tourist visas (30 days, single entry) for foreigners in Vietnam before they cross a land border into Laos such as Lao Bao, Cau Treo, Tay Trang or Bo Y, so you do not depend on a visa on arrival. Processing takes 5–7 working days and the all-in fee is 140 USD, covering our service fee and the visa fee. You send your original passport and get it back with the Lao visa sticker.

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Service details

Visa type	Lao tourist visa, 30-day stay, single entry
Processing time	5–7 working days
All-in fee	140 USD (service fee and visa fee included)
Documents	Original passport valid for at least 6 months, 4×6 photo on white background, trip details; Info Travel fills in the form
Result	Passport with Lao visa sticker, valid for entry at international land border gates

When should you get a Lao visa in advance?

Crossing at a smaller gate where the Lao side may not issue visas on arrival: Tay Trang, Bo Y, Na Meo, Nam Can, Cha Lo, La Lay.
Your nationality is not eligible for a visa on arrival, or you want certainty before travelling.
Travelling in a group, by international bus or on a visa run to Laos and you do not want to queue for a visa at the border.
The Lao e-visa is generally not accepted at land borders with Vietnam, so a visa sticker is the safe choice.

Who does not need a Lao visa?

ASEAN citizens and some nationalities such as Japan, South Korea, Russia and Switzerland are visa-exempt for short stays in Laos. Send us your nationality and we will check for free before you apply.

How to apply

Send your passport photo, nationality, planned crossing date and border gate via Zalo/WhatsApp.
We check eligibility and confirm the 140 USD fee and hand-over schedule.
You hand over your original passport and photos; we fill in the form and submit.
After 5–7 working days you receive your passport with the Lao visa.
Cross the border on your own or with Info Travel’s visa run transfer.

Important notes

While processing, your passport is held by the Lao diplomatic mission, so you cannot do anything that requires it (domestic flights, checking in to a new hotel). Plan accordingly.
Your Vietnam visa or visa-exempt stay must remain valid while you wait; do not overstay.
If you will return to Vietnam, prepare a Vietnam e-visa naming the gate you return through.
The visa is valid from the dates printed on it; tell us your travel date so we can advise when to apply.

Combine with other services

Visa run transfers from Da Nang, Hue and Hoi An to Lao Bao and from Vinh to Cau Treo: see the nationwide visa run service.
A Vietnam e-visa to return, with an urgent service.

FAQ

How long does a Lao visa take?

5–7 working days from receipt of your passport and documents.

What does the 140 USD include?

The Lao visa fee and Info Travel’s service fee (advice, form filling, submission and collection).

Can I use this visa at Lao Bao or Cau Treo?

Yes. The visa sticker is valid at international land border gates between Vietnam and Laos.

Can I get a Lao visa at the border instead?

Some large gates issue visas on arrival (about 40–50 USD depending on nationality), but not every gate does and there may be waiting; applying in advance gives you certainty.