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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Laos citizens need a visa for Indonesia?

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Citizens of Laos can visit Indonesia visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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Laos → Indonesia
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Laos vs Indonesia: passport comparison

Laos

20

visa-free countries

Global rank: #167 · mobility 75.8

Indonesia

45

visa-free countries

Global rank: #109 · mobility 98.1
17

countries both Laos and Indonesia can enter visa-free together

Laos + Indonesia: passport compatibility

77%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Laos and Indonesia travel together — by entry type:

17 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
35 both e-visa / eTA
80 both need a visa
46 access differs

Where Laos and Indonesia can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (17)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Only Laos is visa-free (2)

How the entry rule changed: Laos → Indonesia

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Laos → Indonesia rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

3passports gained easier entry to Indonesia
0passports saw Indonesia tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Laos passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Indonesia: good to know

Jakarta

Capital

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)

Currency

Western Indonesia Time (UTC+7)

Time zone

+62

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else Laos goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Indonesia

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 30 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Laos citizens need a visa for Indonesia?
Citizens of Laos can visit Indonesia visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Laos citizens stay in Indonesia without a visa?
Laos passport holders are allowed to stay up to 30 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Laos or Indonesia?
The Indonesia passport is stronger: 45 visa-free countries versus 20. Global rank: Laos #167, Indonesia #109.
Where can Laos and Indonesia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 17 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Indonesia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Laos and Indonesia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Laos passport ranking

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