Boosting Tourism in Laos

In July, Laos introduced visa exemptions for tourists from Austria, Belgium, Denmark, China, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Finland, and Greece to boost its tourism industry. Citizens of these countries can enjoy a 15-day visa-free entry into Laos.

Further, citizens of these countries can apply for a multiple-entry visa to enter Laos with the duration of the stay increased from 30 to 60 days. Thai visitors holding a “Border Pass” or “Temporary Border Pass,” an identification document used instead of a passport or ID as per agreements between two countries, can now stay in Laos for up to ten days, an extension from the previous limit of three days.

Tourism key to Laos’ economic growth

Before the…