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Laos

Southeast Asia ยท Population: 7,276,000

Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

Source: US State Department

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48/ 100
High Risk
Confidence: 53%

Risk Dimensions

Political Stability
35
World Bank WGIEIU Democracy IndexFreedom House
Crime & Safety
52
UNODCGDELTNumbeo Crime Index
Health Risk
42
WHO GHOCDCECDCOur World in Data
Environmental Risk
55
Munich Re NatCatSERVICEUSGSNOAAEM-DAT
Infrastructure
38
WEF GCRWorld BankITU
Terrorism & Conflict
70
Global Terrorism DatabaseACLEDUCDPSIPRI

๐Ÿ†˜ Emergency Numbers

๐Ÿ‘ฎ Police191
๐Ÿฅ Ambulance195
๐Ÿš’ Fire190

โš ๏ธ Travel Advisory

Exercise normal precautions

Risk Trendโ†’ Stable
MethodologyISO 31000 v2.0
Last UpdatedMay 8, 2026

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Travel Safety Tips โ€” High Risk

  • โ€ขPurchase high-risk travel insurance with evacuation and crisis response coverage.
  • โ€ขConsider hiring a local security consultant or guide.
  • โ€ขAvoid all non-essential travel to border regions and conflict zones.
  • โ€ขMaintain regular check-ins with your embassy and family.
  • โ€ขCarry emergency cash in multiple currencies and locations.
  • โ€ขHave multiple exit routes planned from your location.
  • โ€ขAvoid public transportation at night and use trusted providers.
  • โ€ขKeep your phone charged and carry a portable charger at all times.

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Nearby Countries

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China

58/100

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Myanmar

30/100

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Thailand

62/100

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Cambodia

48/100

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Vietnam

52/100

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions โ€” Laos

Is Laos safe to visit?

Laos has a risk score of 48/100, rated as "High Risk" by RiskVector. Travel carries significant risk. Essential travel only with thorough planning and security measures.

What is the current travel advisory for Laos?

The current travel advisory level is 1/4. Level 1 means "Exercise Normal Precautions" โ€” standard travel safety is sufficient.

What are the main risks in Laos?

Risk is assessed across 6 dimensions: Political Stability, Crime & Safety, Health Risk, Environmental Risk, Infrastructure Quality, and Terrorism & Conflict. The overall score of 48/100 is a weighted composite based on ISO 31000 methodology using data from authoritative international sources.

Do I need travel insurance for Laos?

Specialized high-risk travel insurance with medical evacuation and crisis response coverage is essential. Standard policies may not cover all scenarios.

How often is the Laos risk score updated?

RiskVector continuously monitors data from 20+ authoritative sources including WHO, UNODC, ACLED, and the Global Terrorism Database. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available, with a full review cycle every 24-48 hours.

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