General Information
 

Capital: Vientiane.
Time: GMT/UTC +7
Tel. Code: 856 .
Official Language: French, English, Lao
Currency: The Lao Kip (K) is the legal currency, it is divided into 100 cents. There are no international ATM facilities in Laos. Major credit cards are accepted at some international hotels and tourist orientated establishments. Travellers cheques can be cashed at most banks in Vientiane and major towns. Most transactions are conducted in cash: American Dollars, Thai Baht or Lao Kip.
Electricity: 230V ,50Hz
Religion: 60% Buddhist, 40% animist and spirit cults

Climate

Throughout most of the country, the climate is hot and tropical, with the rainy season between May and October when temperatures are at their highest. The dry season runs from November to April.
Required clothing: Lightweights and rainwear, with a sweater for winter and upland areas.

Airports

Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) The airport is two miles (3km) from Vientiane

Passport/Visa

Passport:
Passport with at least 6 months remaining validity required by all.
Visas :
Required by all.
Visas are issued on arrival at Luang Prabang Airport, Pakse Airport, Vientiane International Airport and Wattay International Airport for a stay of 15 days, on presentation of a passport, passport-size photo and fee of US$35. Certain checkpoints at borders may also issue visas on arrival. Consult the nearest Embassy/Consulate for further information. If entering Laos through any other international checkpoint, it is necessary to obtain a visa in advance.