Laos is at Level 2: exercise increased caution

Level 2 — Increased caution

Current safety guidance for Laos from US State Department travel advisories. We cover 1 city in Laos, with reported scams for each.

Source: Laos - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — US State Department travel advisories

Source: U.S. Department of State. A work of the U.S. federal government, in the public domain.

Exercise increased caution

in Laos due to crime, unrest, and unexploded ordnances. Some areas have increased risk. Review the entire Travel Advisory.

Review our Travel Guidance for Laos to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Reconsider Travel to Xaisomboun Province due to civil unrest.
Exercise Increased Caution in areas on the Border with Burma, Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, along Route 7 (from Route 13 to the Vietnam border), Route 9 (Savannakhet to the Vietnam border), and Route 20 (Pakse to Salavan) due to crime.
Exercise Increased Caution in areas of Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, as well as along Route 7 due to unexploded ordnances.

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