Laos•AsiaInvestment/Business Visa (NI-B2)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-7 days
Application Fee
40 USD
Stay Duration
Varies
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for foreign investors and business entrepreneurs with approved investments in Laos. Valid for 3 months, 6 months, or 1 year. Multiple entry option. Requires investment license.
The Investment/Business Visa (NI-B2) is issued to foreign nationals who have received investment approval from Laos and operate registered businesses in the country. Investors must have a minimum investment of USD 100,000 and possess both an investment license and enterprise registration certificate.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
100,000 USD
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photo
Recent photographs
Sponsor Documents
Investment license
Investment license from Investment Promotion Department
Enterprise registration certificate
Business registration from Department of Commerce
Investment documentation
Proof of investment (USD 100,000+) and capital transfer
Business plan
Business plan and operational details
Financial documents
Bank statements and proof of funds
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Advantages
- Multiple entry option
- Flexible duration
- Includes dependents
- Can lead to permanent residency
- Renewable indefinitely with valid investment
- Extendable
Considerations
- Requires minimum USD 100,000 investment
- Requires investment license
- Complex approval process
- Must maintain active business
- Separate residence card required
Application Process
Obtain investment approval
Receive investment license from Investment Promotion Department (IPD)
Register business
Complete enterprise registration and obtain registration certificate
Prepare documents
Gather passport, investment documents, and business credentials
Submit visa application
Apply at Lao embassy or through One-Stop Service office
Pay fee
Pay visa application fee
Receive visa
Collect investment visa from embassy
Obtain residence card
Apply for temporary residence card (TRC) in Laos
Application Forms
Investment Visa Application
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