Austrian citizens will require a visa to enter Laos. However, it might be one of the simplest portions of your journey. You can apply for a visa at the Laos embassy upon arrival or online (e-visa).
You may apply for a Laos visa online using the Laos immigration services website.
Laos e-visa for Austrian citizens can be used to enter ports of entry in the country:
- Boten International Checkpoint
- Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge I
- Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge II
- Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge IV
- Luang Prabang International Airport
- Pakse International Airport
- Wattay International Airport
Because there are no direct flights from Austria, the most convenient method to visit Laos is to fly from Vienna to a regional hub first, such as Bangkok or Hanoi, and then connect to a flight to Laos. The fastest flight from Austria to Laos is from Vienna to Vientiane, with an average flight time of 14h25m. The distance between Vientiane and Austria is 8240km
In addition, we recommend that you should buy travel insurance before traveling to Laos. Travel insurance may protect you against unexpected medical expenditures and cancellation fees, providing you with peace of mind while on the road. Your personal belongings will also be covered.
Things to consider when choosing your travel method:
- Budget: Generally, flights are the most expensive choice, followed by overland travel.
- Travel time: Direct flights are the quickest, while overland travel is the slowest. Connecting flights are somewhere in the middle.
- Comfort: Direct flights are frequently the most pleasant, although overland travel can be more difficult, with lengthy layovers and transfers.
- Overland travel provides the greatest opportunity for adventure and off-the-beaten-path encounters.