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LICENSE GUIDE
Capital Import Certificate in Laos
Who needs it, the listed documents and fees, processing time and legal basis, from the Lao government’s license inventory.
QUICK ANSWER
Foreign investors legally allowed to invest in Laos must bring in their capital and obtain a Certificate of Capital Importation from the Bank of the Lao PDR’s Monetary Policy Department. The listed review time is 10 days and the listed fee is 50,000 kip. Other licenses, including several transport and construction licenses, ask for this certificate.
At a Glance
ISSUING AUTHORITY
Monetary Policy Department
TYPE
Certificate
LISTED REVIEW TIME
10 days
LISTED VALIDITY
12 months
LISTED FIRST-ISSUE FEE
50,000 kip
LISTED RENEWAL FEE
50,000 kip
SOURCE LAST UPDATED
4 May 2020
Who Needs This
Foreign individuals, legal entities and organizations legally allowed to invest in Laos.
Conditions and thresholds
- The applicant must be authorized to invest under Lao law.
Documents to Prepare
The government record lists the following for a first application:
- Documents for Importation via Bank Transection and Cash
- Documents related Assets Importations
- Application Form
- Copy of Enterprise Registration Certificate
The authority may ask for more, and foreign documents may need translation or notarization.
Fees and Timing
| Service (kip) | Certificate (kip) | Application (kip) | Total (kip) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First issue | 0 | 50,000 | 0 | 50,000 |
| Renewal | 0 | 50,000 | 0 | 50,000 |
The record says this follows the authority’s advice.
Legal Basis
| Instrument | Number | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Decision on the Procedure of Importation and Exportation of Fund to Lao PDR and Lending or Loans and Commercial Credits with Foreigner | 453/BOL | 30 May 2019 |
AQQOUNT Guidance
Plan this early and keep the bank records of each transfer, since the certificate supports later steps. Ask your bank how to document the inward transfer before you send funds.
The source was last updated on 4 May 2020. Confirm the current position with the authority before filing.
See all All Businesses licenses, or open the official record: Certificate of Capital Importation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who issues the Capital Import Certificate in Laos?
The government inventory names the Monetary Policy Department as the responsible authority.
How long does it take to get a Capital Import Certificate in Laos?
The record lists 10 days. Actual timing depends on complete documents and any other approvals.
How much does a Capital Import Certificate cost in Laos?
The record lists 50,000 kip for first issue. The record says this follows the authority’s advice. Confirm the current amount with the authority.
How long is a Capital Import Certificate valid?
The record lists a validity of 12 months.
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