It is possible to get a visa on arrival but only at certain places and this is often difficult. It is recommended that you obtain a visa in advance from the Embassy if you intend to travel overland.
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Cambodia
Cambodia Border Crossings
Airport
- Phnom Penh International Airport
- Siem Reap International Airport
Overland
- Poipet (border with Thailand)*
- Bavet (border with Vietnam)*
- Khorm Samnor (border with Vietnam)*
- Veng Kham (border with Lao)
- Osmach (border with Thailand)*
- Koh Kong (border with Thailand)*
*Indicates that visa-upon-arrival facilities are available. However, if travelling overland, Indochina Services recommends obtaining visas in advance from the Embassy.
Visa Upon Arrival
Requirements
- Visa application form
- Passport size photograph (x1)
- Valid passport
- US $ 20 in cash (subject to change)
Procedure
Hand over the passport, application form and visa fee to the visa counter upon arrival.
Processing
Time Approximately 20 - 60 minutes; processing time may vary.
Other
- Single entry tourist visa valid 4 weeks
- Visa stamp requires 1 full page
- No prior registration or approval from authorities necessary
Visa From The Embassy of Cambodia
Requirements
- Visa application form
- Passport size photograph (x1)
- Passport (valid for at least 3 months)
- Photocopy of passport
- Bank cheque or cash for visa fee (please contact embassy for current fees)
- Self-addressed and stamped envelope
Procedure
All above-mentioned documents must be sent to the nearest Cambodian Embassy for the visa stamp.
Processing Time
Please contact embassy
Other
- Single entry tourist visa valid 4 weeks
- Visa stamp requires 1 full page
- No prior registration or approval from authorities necessary
Laos
Laos Border Crossings
Airport
- Airport Vientiane International Airport
- Luang Prabang International Airport
- Pakse International Airport
Overland
- Friendship Bridge, Vientiane Nong Kai (Thailand)*
- Houeixay Chiang Khong (Thailand)*
- Thakhaek Kanorn Phanom (Thailand)*
- Savannakhet Mukdahan (Thailand)*
- Pakse Chongmek (Thailand)*
- Densavanh Lao Bao (Vietnam)*
- Keoneua Cau Treo (Vietnam)*
- Mahaxai Chalo (Vietnam)*
- Nam Khan Qui Son (Vietnam)*
- Boten Bohan (China)*
- Veun Kham Stung Treng (Cambodia)
- Xieng Kok (Myanmar)
*Indicates that visa-upon-arrival facilities are available.
Visa Upon Arrival
Requirements
- Visa application form (available upon arrival at the entry points specified above)
- Passport size photograph (x1)
- Valid passport with at least 6 months of validity
- US $30 in cash (fees subject to change)
Procedure
Hand over the passport and application form to the visa counter upon arrival to obtain a visa.
Processing
Time Approximately 10 - 40 minutes; times may vary
Other
- Single entry tourist visa valid 15 days
- Visa stamp requires 1 full page
- No prior registration or approval from authorities necessary.
Visa from the Embassy of Laos
Requirements
- Visa application form (x2)
- Passport size photograph (x2)
- Valid passport
- Visa application fee in cash or bank cheque (please contact embassy for current visa fees)
Please contact the Embassy for Procedures and Processing time.
Other
- Single entry tourist visa valid 30 days
- Visa stamp requires 1 full page
Visa Exemptions
Citizens of the following countries are exempt from applying for a 30-day tourist visa (for longer stays, they must follow specified application procedures):
- Cambodia
- Malaysia
- Vietnam
- Singapore
Vietnam
Vietnam Border Crossings
Airport
- Hanoi International Airport
- Da Nang International Airport
- Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) International Airport
Overland
- Mekong River (border with Cambodia)
- Moc Bai (border with Cambodia)
- Vinh Xuong/Khorm Samnor (border with Cambodia)
- Lak Sao (border with Laos)
- Lao Cai (border with China)
Visa Upon Arrival
Note: This visa is only available if you already have an invitation letter obtained prior to arrival.
Requirements
- Visa application form (available upon arrival at the airport)
- Passport size photograph (x2)
- Valid passport
- US $25 in cash
- Visa invitation letter from Vietnam authorities
Procedure
- Hand over the passport and application to the visa counter upon arrival to get the visa stamp.
Processing Time
- Approximately 30 minutes upon arrival for visa stamp; processing time may vary
- 4 to 7 days for visa approval through the Vietnam authorities prior to arrival
Other
- Single entry tourist visa valid 4 weeks
- Visa stamp requires 1 full page
Visa from the Embassy of Vietnam
Requirements
- Visa application form (x2)
- Passport size photograph (x2)
- Valid passport
- Visa application fee in cash (please contact embassy for current visa fees)
- Visa approval number from Vietnam authorities
Procedure
- Visa approval number. This may be obtained through the embassy or through Indochina Services. Submit the following details to visa@is-intl.com or complete the online application under www.booking.indochina-services.com:
-Passport details
-Dates of travel
-Port of entry
Processing Time
- 7 to 9 days for visa approval
- Please contact embassy for processing time for visa
Other
- Single entry tourist visa valid 4 weeks
- Visa stamp requires 1 full page
Urgent Visa
Tour operators can obtain an urgent visa approval letter within 72 hours (3 working days) with additional surcharges (Please contact visa@is-intl.com)
Multiple Entry
Tour operators can obtain a multiple entry visa approval letter with additional surcharges (Please contact visa@is-intl.com)
Visa Exemptions
Citizens of the following countries are exempt from applying for a 30-day tourist visa (for longer stays, they must follow specified application procedures):
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Laos
- Philippines
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- Singapore
- South Korea
Myanmar
Border Crossings
Airport
- Yangon International Airport*+
- Mandalay International Airport+
- Bagan International Airport
Overland
- Tachilek (Thailand)
- Kawthaung (Thailand)
- Muse (China)
*Indicates that visa-upon-arrival facilities are available.
+Indicates that online visas are accepted
Visa on Arrival
Note: This visa is only available if you already have an approval letter obtained prior to arrival. Because the approval letter process can be time consuming, Indochina Services recommends the online visas as the most convenient method (see details below).
Requirements
- Valid passport
- USD 20 in cash
- Visa approval letter from the Myanmar authorities
Procedure
- Request a visa approval letter from the Myanmar authorities (may be done through INDOCHINA SERVICES at visa@is-intl.com with a valid tour booking - additional charges may occur)
- Hand over the passport and application to the visa counter upon arrival to get the visa stamp.
Processing Time
3-5 days for the visa approval letter; approximately 20 minutes upon arrival at the airport. The visa letter request must be submitted at least 20 days prior to arrival of the client, though rush services are possible (additional charges may apply).
General Information
Single entry tourist visas are valid for 4 weeks A visa stamp requires 1 full page
Online Visa
Requirements
- Digital photograph (JPEG format, no bigger than 150x150 pixels)
- Visa application fee of USD 30, payable by credit card
- Valid passport
Procedure
- Go to www.visa.gov.mm and follow the steps outlined there. Applicants will receive a PIN code which allows them to check on the status of their visa application. Within a few days, the applicant will receive an approval letter
- Print out the visa approval letter and present it together with the passport upon arrival at the airport.
Processing Time
3-4 days for the visa approval process; approximately 20 minutes upon arrival at the airport
General Information
Available only at Yangon and Mandalay International Airports Single entry tourist visas are valid for 4 weeks A visa stamp requires 1 full page
Visa From The Embassy of Myanmar
Requirements
- Visa application form (x1) and arrival form (x1)
- Passport size photograph (x2)
- Valid passport
- Visa application fee (please contact embassy for current fees)
- Self-addressed and stamped envelope
Procedure
All the above-mentioned documents should be sent to your nearest Myanmar Embassy by registered mail for a visa stamp. Once the authorities approve the visa, the passport is posted back to you in your self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Processing Time
Please contact the embassy for visa processing time
Other
Single entry tourist visas are valid for 4 weeks A visa stamp requires 1 full page No prior registration or approval from authorities necessary.
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