Can I obtain a visa on entry when traveling by train from Bangkok to Vientiane?

Laos Visa Visa on Arrival Travel from Bangkok to Vientiane E-Visa Visa Processing Time Immigration Rules

Oct 28, 2024

2 months ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I've seen ref to Laos visa but need clarification.  Can I get visa on entry to Vientiane on train from Bangkok? Not clear exactly how long Visa takes

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The user is seeking clarification on obtaining a visa on arrival in Vientiane when traveling by train from Bangkok. The comments suggest that while the visa can be easily obtained online or at the border, there is some ambiguity regarding the exact processing time and logistics of the train travel.

Jef ********

You can do it online or at the border no problems

2 months ago

Niamh **********

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Esim ...unclear how long it takes. What do you mean "saves a page in passport"?

2 months ago

Niamh **********

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I have pages but unsure if I can receive in time. I got stuck in Kigali airport waiting on similar for Kenya. Don't need a repeat

2 months ago

Jan ******************

@Niamh *********

you’ll get a visa on arrival quite fast at the border at $ 35-40 USD. Processing time for a e-visa is normally 3 working days.

2 months ago

Niamh **********

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@J**

Thanks. That's reassuring. I arrive on overnight train

2 months ago

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Niamh **********

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Sorry yes. I'm on another page looking at eSims

2 months ago

Ralph *******

@Niamh *********

eSim? You mean eVisa. And what he means is the Laos visa takes a whole page in your passport; you can save a page but getting an eVisa.

2 months ago

Michael **********

@Niamh *********

a Lao visa ,even for just one day takes up a page of your passport.

2 months ago

Jef ********

@Michael *********

if you do online it’s a small sticker

2 months ago

Niamh **********

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@Mic****

Thanks. That's not a problem. The official site for eSim is very unstable and says generally within 3 working days. I arrive on overnight train from Bangkok Friday morning so unsure what to do. I am a woman travelling alone and would prefer not to have to debate with officials

2 months ago

Michael **********

@Niamh *********

never been to Vientiaine. but visa on arrival at Savanaket is no problem. assume its the same at V.just fill in a form and give them your passport cash and photo.believe the visa is now 2000 baht was 1500

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Michael **********

Michael ********

Not sure about train but can read richard barrows Asian Train Guide to find out. But e visa is easy enough just make sure you are on correct page. Saves a page in your passport

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Michael ********

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Do I need to show my Laos visa on the Bangkok to Vientiane train or can I obtain it after disembarking?

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