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Laos Long-Stay Visa Cost
Long-stay permit for remote workers and retirees.
Full Immigration Cost Stack
This page covers the complete cost of Long-Stay Visa for Laos — not just the visa fee. Includes government application fees, medical examinations, language tests, legal fees, and proof of funds requirements.
Visa application feesMedical examsLanguage testsLegal feesProof of funds
Fee OverviewEstimated
Key costs for Long-Stay Visa
Visa Application FeeLAK 400,000 - LAK 1,500,000
Legal Fees (optional)LAK 200,000 - LAK 1,000,000
Proof of Funds (single)LAK 6,000,000
Not a payable fee - must be demonstrated in bank account
Last verified: 3/30/2026
Source: Department of Immigration Laos 2024
Long-stay permit for retirees and remote workers. Annual renewal. Very low cost of living. Laos peaceful and friendly. Popular with budget-conscious expats. Vientiane and Vang Vieng growing nomad communities.
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