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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Laos citizens need a visa for Namibia?

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Laos citizens need a visa to enter Namibia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Laos vs Namibia: passport comparison

Laos

20

visa-free countries

Global rank: #167 · mobility 75.8

Namibia

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #123 · mobility 91.2
12

countries both Laos and Namibia can enter visa-free together

Laos + Namibia: passport compatibility

75%

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

Where Laos and Namibia travel together — by entry type:

12 both visa-free
18 both visa on arrival
34 both e-visa / eTA
83 both need a visa
50 access differs

Where Laos and Namibia 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 (12)

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How the entry rule changed: Laos → Namibia

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

0passports gained easier entry to Namibia
33passports saw Namibia 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 →

Where else Laos goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Namibia

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

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Laos citizens need a visa for Namibia?
Laos citizens need a visa to enter Namibia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Laos or Namibia?
The Namibia passport is stronger: 43 visa-free countries versus 20. Global rank: Laos #167, Namibia #123.
Where can Laos and Namibia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 12 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Namibia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Laos and Namibia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Laos passport ranking

Where else the Laos passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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