Samoan visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Samoa for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lao citizens to enter Samoa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Samoa e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Samoa visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Eligible | |
Samoa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Samoa.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Samoa.
If you are looking for Samoa visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Laos, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Samoa nearest your place of residence.
- Fukuoka: The Honorary Consulate of in Fukuoka, ~ 3153.69 kilometers (1959.61 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 4035.48 kilometers (2507.53 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
Samoa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Samoa diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Samoa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 12 | N/A |
| 2009 | 12 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 12 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 12 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 13 | 8.33% |
| 2013 | 12 | -7.69% |
| 2014 | 12 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 13 | 8.33% |
| 2016 | 13 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 15 | 15.38% |
| 2018 | 16 | 6.67% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Samoa & Laos comparison
Samoa's area is approximately 2,830 km2 (1,092 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 83.67 times bigger than Samoa.
As of April 2024, Samoa's population is ~203731 people - 7,502,542 fewer people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Samoa & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Samoa | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 203,731 | 7,706,273 | 7.5 million fewer people live in Samoa than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 3 | 39 | Samoa has 36 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 94 | 20 | Samoa passport holders can visit 74 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 37 | Samoan hosts 24 fewer foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Samoa in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Samoa in 2018 was approximately 16.
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- Apia to Vientiane: 27665.00 km (17190.23 mi)
- Travel time: 57 hours 38 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024