Overview
What this service covers
A Visa Approval Letter is a document that the Immigration Department approves for foreigners to present at a border crossing or airport to apply for a visa to enter the country. To come to work or engage in a profession in a company, organization or organization that operates legally in the Lao PDR.
Those who will be granted a work visa:
Foreigners who have been employed, have an employment contract with a company, organization or organization established under the laws of the Lao PDR.
Documents required:
Company documents: Enterprise registration certificate, annual tax payment certificate of the company and business license (if any), investment license (if any),
Visa applicant documents: Copy of passport and photo
Rights
Have the right to work or earn, receive policy rights and benefit protection under the Labor Law of the Lao PDR.
Get the right to register for work, stay and visa Valid for a maximum of 1 year (can be extended)
Entitled to sponsor a companion visa for their family members.
Process
Before entering Lao PDR, the sponsor must complete all documents, submit registration, and apply for an investor visa. Processing time 10 business days
