Asia > Laos: Covid-19 and Travel
Present Situation
Total cases: 208 969
Active cases: 200 557
Recovered: 7 66
Deaths: 752
Vaccination count: 5.9 millions
Current trend: Declining
Data updated on 2023-01-22
Summary of the situation
Negative PCR test results is required for some travelers.
Masks are required in public spaces
Provisions for travellers
Entry to the territory: Allowed
The government of the Lao PDR has announced the reopening of all international borders as of 9 May 2022.
Visa on entry and e-Visa will be available from the above date.
Fully vaccinated individuals do not require pre-departure or on arrival tests.
Unvaccinated individuals will be required to take an ATK test a maximum of 48 hours before departure.
There is no requirement to quarantine.
Visitors contracting or arriving with COVID-19 will be responsible for all treatment costs.
Tests: Negative PCR test results is required for some travelers.
Quarantine: No
Quarantine not required.
Information updated on 2023-03-08.
Action taken in the country
Lockdown: Partial
As of 9 May 2022, all public places and services have reopened. You should still carry evidence of your vaccination status at all times as some places and services may still require this.
Most businesses and venues outside of areas with community outbreak are authorised to open as long as owners, staff and customers are fully vaccinated.
Businesses are required to have COVID preventative measures in place. These include providing alcohol gel, face masks being worn, 1m physical distancing and checking temperatures.
Mask use
Masks are required in public spaces
Gatherings: Partially Allowed
Allowed under covid restrictions
Restaurants and bars: Open with restrictions
Shops: Open
Tourist attractions: Open
