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Tour Operator License in Laos

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A tour operator in Laos needs a license from the tourism authorities under Decision No. 607 of 30 September 2022. The source lists a 9-day review and a total first-issue fee of 2,050,000 kip. Parts of the government record repeat restaurant wording, so confirm the checklist with the department before filing.

At a Glance

ISSUING AUTHORITY
Department of Tourism Business Management
TYPE
License
LISTED REVIEW TIME
9 days
LISTED VALIDITY
9 months
LISTED FIRST-ISSUE FEE
2,050,000 kip
LISTED RENEWAL FEE
1,050,000 kip
SOURCE LAST UPDATED
24 Jun 2024

Who Needs This

Individuals and legal entities that wish to operate a tour business and meet the department’s conditions.

Documents to Prepare

The government record lists the following for a first application:

  • Application Form
  • Photograph of the Managing Director
  • 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 issue1,050,0001,000,00002,050,000
Renewal1,050,000001,050,000

The record cites Ordinance No. 002 of 17 June 2021.

Legal Basis

InstrumentNumberDate
Decision on Tour Operator60730 Sep 2022

AQQOUNT Guidance

The record’s comments and document list appear partly copied from the restaurant record, so treat them as a starting point only. Its listed validity of 9 months is also unusual when set against the 12 months on the related hotel and restaurant records, so verify it.

The source was last updated on 24 Jun 2024. Confirm the current position with the authority before filing.

See all Tourism & Other Services licenses, or open the official record: License to operate Tour Operator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who issues the Tour Operator License in Laos?
The government inventory names the Department of Tourism Business Management as the responsible authority.
How long does it take to get a Tour Operator License in Laos?
The record lists 9 days. Actual timing depends on complete documents and any other approvals.
How much does a Tour Operator License cost in Laos?
The record lists 2,050,000 kip for first issue. The record cites Ordinance No. 002 of 17 June 2021. Confirm the current amount with the authority.
How long is a Tour Operator License valid?
The record lists a validity of 9 months.

Related Guides

01Hotel & Accommodation License in Laos
Related requirements and next steps.
02Restaurant License in Laos
Related requirements and next steps.
03Tourism & Other Services Licenses
See all related formalities.

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Last reviewed: November 2026
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See also: Laos Business License Directory.