Bangladeshi visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Bangladesh for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lao citizens to enter Bangladesh for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bangladesh e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bangladesh visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Eligible | |
Bangladesh tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bangladesh.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bangladesh.
If you are looking for Bangladesh visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Laos, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bangladesh nearest your place of residence.
- Hanoi: The Embassy of in Hanoi, ~ 370.89 kilometers (230.46 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now).
- Chiang Mai: The Consulate General of in Chiang Mai, ~ 388.58 kilometers (241.45 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now).
Bangladesh visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bangladesh diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Bangladesh from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 47 | N/A |
| 2009 | 27 | -42.55% |
| 2010 | 30 | 11.11% |
| 2011 | 16 | -46.67% |
| 2012 | 13 | -18.75% |
| 2013 | 15 | 15.38% |
| 2014 | 13 | -13.33% |
| 2015 | 64 | 392.31% |
| 2016 | 83 | 29.69% |
| 2017 | 103 | 24.10% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bangladesh & Laos comparison
Bangladesh's area is approximately 130,170 km2 (50,258 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 81.92% larger than Bangladesh.
As of April 2024, Bangladesh's population is ~171.3 million people - 163,636,561 more people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Bangladesh & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bangladesh | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 171,342,834 | 7,706,273 | 163.6 million more people live in Bangladesh than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 75 | 39 | Bangladesh has 36 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 19 | 20 | Bangladesh passport holders visit 1 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 67 | 37 | Bangladeshi hosts 30 more foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Bangladesh in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Bangladesh in 2017 was approximately 103.
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Useful Information
- Dhaka to Vientiane: 1272.86 km (790.92 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 39 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024