The Laos Short-term Visa allows visitors to enter Laos for brief stays, typically up to 30 days for tourism, business meetings, or visiting friends and family. Travelers can apply for a Laos Short-term Visa online through the official eVisa system or at a Lao embassy or consulate before travel. Requirements generally include a valid passport, recent passport-size photograph, and payment of the applicable visa fee. Processing time varies but is usually completed within a few business days. Extensions may be possible at local immigration offices. The Laos Short-term Visa offers a simple and flexible option for short visits to Laos.