Villian Chaser, or for anyone who can tell me, I have just seen the question from the woman in Canada about Laos Visa, and Villian Chaser you answered that Laos now gives a 30 day visa upon entry for $30. Is this only at the airport, or will they give me a 30 day visa at a land border crossing? I will be in Hanoi about mid-November and want to go to Laos from there. Is it still possible to cross the Na Maew/Nam Xoi border, and if not, what is your suggestion--another land border or fly from Hanoi. I would prefer to cross over land at Na Maew/Nam Xoi if its possible, and especially if they are now giving 30 days for $30. I have an American passport if that makes a difference.
Thanks for any help, Steffe
steffe
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firearm
I think Americans have to pay $35 now. Visa on arrival is not just at airport, but I don't know specifics about Na Maew.
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montyman
All land borders now offer the 1mth visa except Cambodia to Laos where you need a visa in advance, not sure about dien bien phuu though as it has only recently opened up to foreigners
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anonymous
Prices depend on nationality, but are usually around 30-35$; 30 days at overland borders indeed with exception of Cambo as mentioned by MM.
For Dien Bien Phu, read here.
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villianchaser
Yes steffe, 30 day VOA is officially available at these land border posts.
However these posts are somewhat remote and I have been turned back at Nam Can 2 years ago as the person who did VOA was not on duty that day. Had to return to Vinh and enter Lao via Cau Treo.
So if I was you I'd get a visa beforehand from the Lao Embassy in Hanoi. It's a long way back if for any reason VOA is not available when you arrive.
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