Travel to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic through the Thai – Lao Friendship Bridge

Visitors can visit Laos by themselves. For those who prefer convenience, there are licensed companies offering a tour service.

The immigration checkpoint at the Thai – Lao Friendship Bridge is open daily during 06.00 – 22.00 hrs.

Travel Documents

Foreigners (ชาวต่างชาติ) must have a passport and visa. A visa application can be submitted to the Embassy of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic in Thailand at 520/1-3 Soi Ramkhamhaeng 39, Wang Thong Lang, Bang Kapi, Bangkok, Tel. 0 2539 6667, or the Consulate-General of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Khon Kaen, at 18/1-3 Phothi Sathit Road, Ban Non Than, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphur Muang, Khon Kaen, Tel. 0 4322 1861, 0 4322 3688. This must be done at least 3 official days in advance of travel, or contact a tour company for the service. A period of 30 days will be allowed for a stay in Laos. Otherwise, contact the immigration checkpoint in Laos for a visa-on arrival, allowing a period of 15 days.

To bring a car in and out of the country, a document is required with a fee as imposed. Contact a tour company in Nong Khai for the service.

For further information, contact the provincial customs checkpoint, Tel. 0 4241 1518, 0 4242 1468-9, fax: 0 4241 2654.

Tour Service to Laos Visitors can contact tour companies in Nong Khai for more details.

Rates of the service are subject to travelling days and the number of visitors.