🇱🇦 Laos · Employer-sponsored work
Expert Visa (E-B2) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,615 |
| Minimum annual salary | LAK 20,000 |
| Proof of savings | €34,872 |
| Minimum investment | €4,359 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €262 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.gov.la/en/visas.
- Typical processing: ~14 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,615.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“EXPERT VISA (E-B2) Issued to: Foreigners and stateless people who come to work as laborers in the Lao PDR... Experts and technicians who are employed or business contractor of Government, private or other international organizations — no salary threshold stated”
“EXPERT VISA (E-B2) Issued to: Foreigners and stateless people who come to work as laborers in the Lao PDR including their family members; Experts and staff of Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) who are approved to perform their duties in the Lao PDR; Experts and technicians who are employed or business contractor of Government, private or other international organizations including their family members”
“EXPERT VISA (E-B2)... [separate] PERMANENT VISA (P-B3) Issued to: Foreigners and stateless people who are approved to permanently live in the Lao PDR.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.