Snaking rivers, lush jungle, hectic markets and the UNESCO-listed Plain of Jars.
Fifteen-day visas are now available for USD 30.00 on arrival at all official border crossings and at international airports in Vientiane and Luang Prabang, though you'll need to meet a series of conditions to get one. Fifteen-day and 30-day visas are generally issued through embassies, consulates and authorised travel agencies. Obtaining a visa extension once you're in Laos is also possible.
Japanese-style plug with two parallel flat blades
American-style plug with two parallel flat blades above a circular grounding pin
European plug with two circular metal pins
| Electricity voltage | 230V |
| Electricity Hz | 50Hz |
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