TRAVEL & TEACH ENGLISH IN LAOS

Laos - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution to Laos due to civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Laos, a landlocked nation in Southeast Asia, is characterized by a rugged, mountainous terrain dominated by the Annamite Range along its eastern border with Vietnam. Dense forests cover much of the country, punctuated by deep river valleys carved by the Mekong River and its tributaries. The Mekong, Southeast Asia's lifeline, flows along much of Laos' western border, providing fertile plains for agriculture and transportation. The north features the Xiangkhoang Plateau, known for its mysterious Plain of Jars, while the south is home to the Bolaven Plateau, renowned for its coffee plantations and waterfalls. Laos' unique geography, with its mix of mountains, forests, rivers, and plateaus, contributes to its rich biodiversity and distinct cultural heritage.

U.S. Embassy Vientiane Thadeua Road, Km 9Ban Somvang ThaiHatsayphong DistrictVientiane, Lao PDR

Telephone
+(856) (21) 48-7000
Emergency
+(856) (21) 48-7600
Fax
+(856) (21) 48-7040
Email
CONSLAO@state.gov
Website
https://la.usembassy.gov/