Laos Specific Risk of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

This country has reported a recent increase in case numbers of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Following a review of the public health risk assessment process, this country has now changed from a low to a moderate risk of exposure to COVID-19.

Please check the TRAVAX Laos page regularly for updates on any changes to the risk of exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19).

Advice for Travellers

There is a moderate risk of exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19) in this country.

Travellers should be aware that the risk of COVID-19 in this country may change at short notice. They must also consider the risk of exposure in transit countries and during their journey.

Prior to travel, all travellers should be advised to consider:

• the latest government guidance on the FCDO foreign travel advice and country specific pages for travel to this country, and the rules on entering the UK on return.
• their risk of severe COVID-19.
  • Travellers at increased risk of severe COVID-19 should carefully consider their travel plans.
• their ability to comply with COVID-19 prevention advice during travel and at their destination.
  • All travellers should read the fitfortravel page COVID-19: Health Considerations for Travel

Further information can be found on the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) page.