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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Zambia citizens need a visa for Laos?

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

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Zambia vs Laos: passport comparison

Zambia

39

visa-free countries

Global rank: #139 · mobility 84.1

Laos

20

visa-free countries

Global rank: #167 · mobility 75.8
11

countries both Zambia and Laos can enter visa-free together

Where else Zambia goes visa-free

→ AngolaVisa-free · 30 days → → Antigua and BarbudaVisa-free · 180 days → → BahamasVisa-free · 90 days → → BangladeshVisa-free · 90 days → → BarbadosVisa-free · 180 days → → BelizeVisa-free · 90 days → → BeninVisa-free · 90 days → → BotswanaVisa-free · 90 days → → DominicaVisa-free · 180 days →
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Documents you'll usually need for Laos

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 Zambia citizens need a visa for Laos?
Zambia citizens need a visa to enter Laos. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Zambia or Laos?
The Zambia passport is stronger: 39 visa-free countries versus 20. Global rank: Zambia #139, Laos #167.
Where can Zambia and Laos citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 11 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Laos?
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 Zambia and Laos?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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