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Advisories range from all-clear to avoid non-essential travel. Risks are likely regional - review each source carefully.
Government advisories
For informational purposes only — always verify with official government sources before travel.
United States
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
updated. Exercise increased caution in Laos due to crime, unrest, and unexploded ordnances. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Canada
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise a high degree of caution in Laos due to ongoing security concerns related to banditry, crime, spiked food and drinks, and unexploded munitions.
Ireland
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precautions in Laos.
United Kingdom
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Xaisomboun Province. There are intermittent attacks on infrastructure and armed clashes with anti-government groups. Find out more about why FCDO advis
New Zealand
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
There are more significant safety or security concerns than you would usually find in New Zealand. There are also areas where we recommend you avoid non-essential travel. Some things that New Zealande
Netherlands
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Caution: safety risks in Laos.
France
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise a high degree of caution in Laos.
Germany
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise a high degree of caution in Laos.
Poland
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution in Laos.
Taiwan
Level 3Avoid Non-Essential Travel
Avoid non-essential travel to Laos.
South Korea
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise caution in Laos.
Japan
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Laos
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