Laos
Travel Factsheet •
LAK
Currency
Lao
Language
+856
Calling Code
R
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 119
Ambulance: 160
Entry Requirements
Visa:
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities, e-visa options also available.
Passport:
6 months validity
Money & Costs
Cards:
Mixed
ATMs:
Medium
Daily Budget:
$70
Tipping:
Generally not expected, but appreciated.
Health & Safety
Doctors:
Rare
Pharmacy:
Limited hours
Essential Phrases
Hello
ສະບາຍດີ
Goodbye
ລາສະແດງ
Please
ກະລຸນາ
Thank you
ຂອບໃຈ
Sorry
ອະໄພ
Things to Avoid
Ignoring local customsOverpackingExpecting western conveniences
Don't discuss: PoliticsDon't discuss: Criticism of the monarchy