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E-Commerce License in Laos
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At a Glance
Who Needs This
Individuals, legal entities or organizations operating in electronic transactions, including e-commerce and digital payment platforms and related consultancy.
Conditions and thresholds
- A Business Registration Certificate from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce.
- A verified website, software or application.
- No history of fraud, and not in bankruptcy, foreclosure or conviction in a similar case.
- Sufficient secure funds and an appropriate location.
Documents to Prepare
The government record lists the following for a first application:
- Certificate of Tax Registration ID
- Technical Report
- Application Form
- Location Map of the Enterprise
- Certificate for Enterprise Registration of Company Limited
- Copy of ID card or Family book of Managing Director
- Power of Attorney (in case the applicant appoints the attorney to proceed with the application)
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 | 300,000 | 100,000 | 0 | 400,000 |
The record says this follows the authority’s advice.
Laws do not define the period. The authority advised a normal maximum of 15 working days. Listed time: 15 days.
Legal Basis
| Instrument | Number | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Transactions Law | 31/NA | 29 Dec 2022 |
AQQOUNT Guidance
A digital payment platform may also fall under Bank of the Lao PDR payment rules, so check both before launch.
The source was last updated on 23 Jul 2020. Confirm the current position with the authority before filing.
See all ICT, Telecom & Media licenses, or open the official record: License to Operate an Electronic Transaction Business.