We stayed at the hotel that’s immediately across the street, called Douangprasueth. It was not fancy, but it was cheap and very convenient. Also, they have a huge breakfast buffet that kept my kids entertained for a long time before we walked over to the consulate.
There’s also a good Indian restaurant that my kids enjoyed; its right around the corner from the consulate and called Delhi Durbar.
Are you going to Vientiane? That’s where we were, so my comments are about that office.
Get her own appointment. We did not, so we have to go back in a few weeks because they wouldn’t see my kids without separate appointments.
When you make your appointment, you will be given a registration number, between 1-100, I think. When the consulate opens, they’ll start admitting people by number. So 1-20 go in first; then 21-40; etc. We didn’t know this, so we got their bright and early, thinking it would be good to be at the start of the line. No need. You might as well get their right when they open, or a half hour later if you have a high number. Don’t wait in the hot sun with your toddler!
There is a small snack and drink stall inside the waiting area.
The waiting area is open air and connected to a small grassy area. I let my 3yo wander around and play in the grass—it kept her entertained.
Yep, I’ve done my homework *this* time, so I’ve seen the announcement. I must say, it would be more helpful if they actually told you this on the page where you actually make appointments. But oh well. Live & learn.
Haha, oh, I know. My husband’s workplace /coworker advised us to make a single appointment. So we’ve already been to Vientiane and turned away once. 😬 (That’s why I’m hoping to spare my husband the return trip, so he doesn’t miss even more work.)
